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The South African rand continues to fluctuate as inflation pressures rise. Learn how this affects the economy, foreign investment, and the future of South Africa’s growth.

A fuel tanker explosion in Jigawa, Nigeria, killed 147 people after spilled petrol ignited, highlighting Nigeria’s dangerous road conditions

The World Bank’s 2024 growth forecast for Sub-Saharan Africa has been reduced due to Sudan’s ongoing crisis, impacting regional economic stability. Learn more about the challenges and potential solutions for …

Ghana’s wildcat gold mining has become a booming yet destructive industry, poisoning the environment, harming communities, and causing severe economic and social issues.

President Tinubu’s 64th Independence Day speech outlines ambitious economic reforms, security improvements, and youth-focused initiatives. However, challenges like inflation and unemployment remain significant obstacles.

Sierra Leone secures a $480 million grant from a US fund to expand electricity access, aiming for reliable energy for millions

Africa’s surging youth population is facing a dangerous unemployment crisis, risking economic collapse and social unrest. Without urgent action, this ticking time bomb could explode.

Over 260 women were raped during a violent prison break in Congo, highlighting severe human rights abuses and overcrowding issues

The Maiduguri dam collapse caused catastrophic flooding, displacing over 1 million people and creating fears of disease outbreaks in Borno State.

Forty-seven inmates have escaped from a maximum-security prison in Liberia, sparking a nationwide manhunt as authorities scramble to recapture them