Switzerland has joined the United States in reevaluating its foreign aid investments, announcing an end to development programs in three nations. The Swiss government will reduce funding for foreign aid, impacting various aspects of international cooperation Switzerland is ending development programs in three nations including Zambia, as part of budget cuts Humanitarian aid, peacebuilding efforts,…
Africa is on the brink of a labour market revolution. By 2030, more than 375 million young people will be employed in the job market in Africa, and this demographic boom is expected to increase to more than a billion people in the next decade. Africa is facing a labor market revolution with the employment…
South Africa, in particular, stands out as the country with the highest number of people living with HIV in Africa. In 2023, 7.7 million South Africans were living with the virus. It also received the highest HIV/AIDS assistance in 2024, totaling $250 million. Business Insider Africa presents the top 10 African countries with the highest…
Every year, rankings of the world’s best cities spark debates, inspire travel plans, and, let’s be honest, give residents some serious bragging rights. Cape Town, South Africa, claimed the top spot on TimeOut’s list of the 50 best cities in the world for 2025. Business Insider Africa presents the African cities ranked among the world’s…
Nigeria’s petrol imports have reached their lowest level in eight years, as the country’s new mega-refinery reduces reliance on foreign suppliers and strengthens fuel independence. Nigeria’s petrol imports reach lowest level in 8 years due to new mega-refinery reducing reliance on foreign suppliers. Imports averaged around 110,000 barrels per day, predominantly from Europe. Refinery disrupts…
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…
