The United States has pledged to maintain funding for life-saving humanitarian assistance during a 90-day pause in foreign aid. The United States pledges to maintain funding for life-saving humanitarian assistance Secretary of State Marco Rubio announces an ‘Emergency Humanitarian Waiver’ to ensure continued access to HIV treatment The waiver includes assistance for core life-saving medicine,…
The ongoing investment boom and the continued migration from rural to urban areas have been key drivers of Africa’s real estate growth. Africa’s real estate growth driven by investment boom and urban migration Africa’s real estate market poised to reach US$17.64 trillion by 2025 Countries like Mauritius, Seychelles, Egypt, Namibia, South Africa, and Rwanda offer…
A conservative country is one where traditional values and social norms hold significant sway over daily life. Eritrea ranks as the most conservative African country with a score of 0.01, followed by Equatorial Guinea at 0.05. Business Insider Africa presents the top 10 most conservative African countries. The list is courtesy of Wise Voter. Eritrea…
On January 20, 2025, Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th President of the United States for a second term, with the promise of putting America first. Business Insider Africa presents the top 10 African countries with the most citizens deported from the U.S. under Biden. This list is courtesy of the Immigration and…
Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso, the three military-led West African nations, have officially withdrawn from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso have officially withdrawn from ECOWAS. The withdrawal process was complicated, involving economic penalties and diplomatic pressure from Western governments. Their departure has raised questions about the future…
Citizens of the Democratic Republic of Congo have taken to the streets in protest against the ongoing offensive by the M23 rebel group in the country’s eastern region. Angry protesters targeted foreign embassies in Kinshasa, looting and setting some on fire The embassies of France, Belgium, Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya, and the United States were among…
A private equity firm backed by Aliko Dangote is set to enter Kenya’s food and beverage market with the acquisition of Java House, a leading Kenyan coffee chain. Aliko Dangote backed private equity firm is set to enter Kenya’s food and beverage market through the acquisition of Java House. The acquisition is backed by Alterra…
