Egypt isn’t the only African nation drawn into China’s expanding space ambitions. Beijing has signed space cooperation agreements with 23 African countries, funding satellites and ground stations that collect valuable imagery and data. China is strengthening its space cooperation with Africa, securing nearly two dozen agreements with various nations. China has signed space cooperation agreements…
Ghana’s President, John Dramani Mahama, has told Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson to act fast and fill a $156 million funding gap after the U.S. cut off aid from USAID, according to a statement from his office. Ghana’s President instructed Finance Minister to address $156 million funding gap after U.S. aid cut. President Trump’s executive…
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) has announced they may be forced to suspend essential aid in nearly 20 countries due to funding cuts from its major donors. The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) faces funding cuts from major donors NRC received nearly 20% of its funding, approximately $150 million, from the U.S. in 2024 NRC operates…
Global economies rely significantly on maritime trade, and submarines play a role in defending crucial sea routes. Business Insider Africa presents the top 10 countries with the most submarines in 2025 This list is courtesy of Global Firepower. The United States ranks number 1 on the list. Submarines have always been predominant in naval combat,…
The transition rate from mortgage to homeownership is an important indicator of financial access in African cities. Business Insider Africa presents the top 5 African cities that offer the worst transition rates from mortgage to home ownership. This list is courtesy of data from Numbeo. Addis Ababa ranks number 1 on the list. Cities with…
The highly anticipated Africa Energy Bank (AEB) is set to launch in the first quarter of 2025, according to Nigeria’s Minister of State for Petroleum (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri. Africa Energy Bank (AEB) to launch in first quarter of 2025 Aims to finance oil and gas projects and support Africa’s energy transition with a $120…
The approved tariff increase is expected to help mitigate the effects of macroeconomic challenges and support the company’s financial stability. MTN implemented a price hike on internet plans following NCC approval of a 50% tariff increase. Telecom providers in Nigeria, including MTN, have long advocated for price adjustments to align with economic realities. The approved…
As of 2024, several African countries remain deeply impacted by corruption, which affects their citizens’ lives and hampers economic development. Business Insider Africa presents the 10 most corrupt African nations The list is courtesy Transparency International’s CPI 2024 report Lowest scores were reported in Somalia, South Sudan and Libya Countries struggling with high corruption levels…
Mali has introduced new taxes on mobile voice calls and mobile money withdrawals to help fund its fight against an ongoing Islamic insurgency threatening parts of the country. Mali introduces new taxes on mobile voice calls and mobile money withdrawals to fund fight against Islamic insurgency. 10% tax on mobile recharge for calls and 1%…
