Nigeria’s major banks outshine continental rivals, gaining $1.8bn in brand value
Nigeria’s leading banks have outstripped their African counterparts in brand value growth in 2026, reflecting the transformative impact of an […]
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Putin becomes the first global leader to praise his African ally’s big win
The Russian President, Vladimir Putin, extended his heartfelt congratulations to his longtime ally, Denis Sassou Nguesso, following Nguesso’s successful re-election
Nigeria’s national oil firm targets New York and London IPO amid $20bn project revival
Nigeria’s state-controlled oil enterprise, Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, is preparing for a potential listing on prominent international stock exchanges,
Angola and Ghana gain ground in crude market after sharp drop in US imports from Nigeria
In January 2026, the United States significantly scaled back its imports of crude oil from Nigeria, reducing volumes by nearly
Kenya pitches $62bn rare earth project to investors as US, China show interest
A major investment opportunity has been unveiled by Kenya as it seeks global partners to develop the resource-rich Mrima Hill
U.S. to become Mozambique graphite mine’s second-biggest shareholder after $46m deal
The United States is intensifying its involvement in Africa’s critical minerals industry, planning to acquire an equity stake in one
Fuel prices set to rise in South Africa after India’s export move
South Africa could be heading for another spike in fuel prices after India introduced fresh export duties on refined petroleum
Zimbabwe’s gold exports disrupted by rising global tensions and high shipping costs.
Earlier in March, it emerged that Ghana was considering new export pathways for its gold shipments due to ongoing tensions
BRICS members, Ethiopia and Russia deepen relations through bold industrial initiatives.
The Russian Federation and Ethiopia, both members of the BRICS bloc, have maintained a strong and mutually rewarding relationship, with
Zelenskyy seeks backing from Saudi Arabia as U.S. considers shifting Ukraine aid to the Middle East.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made an unexpected trip to Saudi Arabia on Thursday, aiming to secure backing for Kyiv as