Tag: africa
The shocking truth that keeps Africa poor – Adesina speaks out
The former Nigerian Minister of Agriculture argued that exporting unprocessed commodities benefits foreign economies more than it does African nations,…
Nigeria calls for strategic diplomacy to tackle Illicit financial flows in Africa
Highlighting specific challenges, the ICPC Chairman pointed to the lack of cooperation from some countries in the global North, especially…
iGaming in Africa Is Exploding – And 2025 Might Be the Biggest Year Yet
Regulations used to be all over the place. Some governments ignored online gaming, others banned it outright, and players were…
Africa must ditch Foreign Aid or remain trapped – Okonjo-Iweala warns
“Africa really needs to change its mindset about access to aid. We should begin to see it as a thing…
German President Steinmeier visits Nigeria, South Africa, Lesotho
Steinmeier is scheduled to meet Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) President Omar Touray in the Nigerian capital before…
Obasanjo lands in China, holds talks with Xi Jinping: Major discussions unveiled
Obasanjo also acknowledged China's success in lifting over 800 million people out of poverty in 40 years, describing it as…
From Nairobi to Cape Town: Why filmmakers should explore Africa’s unique scenic backdrops
Africa's landscapes have long captivated international filmmakers, yet many of the continent’s entertainment industries continue to overlook the beauty and…
Nigeria seeks support for SDGs implementation in Africa
Nigeria's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, made the call in his address at the UN General Assembly Summit of…
UNICEF: $59m needed to halt mpox outbreak in Africa
The UNICEF official insisted that with funding and prompt action in Burundi, “we have an opportunity to end this outbreak…
The Changing Landscape of Sports Betting in Africa
For the sports betting industry in Africa, things are looking good. Growth across various markets continues to accelerate and new…
Tinubu calls for unity as China announces audacious $50bn pledge for Africa
The President said cooperation is key to solving global challenges and that the China-Africa partnership is built on trust, mutual…
Africa faces massive Poverty and Economic hardship in the name of fighting Climate Change
Phasing out fossil fuels in Africa also would be harmful to the many international and indigenous oil and gas companies…
Olukoyede laments Africa’s loss of $88.6bn to Illicit financial flow annually
Speaking on the theme “Africa’s Tax Agenda in Combatting Illicit Financial Flows: From Words to Action,”, the EFCC’s boss emphasized…
Calls for Coups d’etat unprincipled, opportunistic, dehumanizing – Soyinka
The literary icon spoke against the backdrop of coup detats becoming the new normal in the West African coast as…
Insecurity: Blinken gives condition for U.S. support for Nigeria, Africa
Blinken said it was important from the U.S. perspective and the perspective of the U.S. Congress to focus on making…