The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has announced the revocation of all small-scale mining licences issued after the 7 December 2024 general elections. Revocation of all small-scale mining licenses issued after 7 December 2024 announced by Minister for Lands and Natural Resources to combat illegal mining Joint review by key state…
Following in the footsteps of its fellow Alliance of Sahel State members (AES); Niger, Mali has decided also to exit the Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie (OIC). Mali has decided to exit the Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie (OIC). Mali cited selective sanctions and disregard for its sovereignty as reasons for the exit. The three…
The recent peace talks between Rwandan President, Paul Kagame and Democratic Republic of Congo’s President Félix Tshisekedi offer a glimmer of hope for ending the long-standing conflict between their nations. Peace talks between Rwandan President and DR Congo’s President offer hope for ending conflict The talks in Qatar were mediated by Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim…
Ghana’s economy is projected to maintain its growth momentum into 2025, with Gross Domestic Product (GDP) forecast to expand by 5.4% year-on-year, according to Jibran Qureishi, Head of Africa Research at Standard Bank Group. Ghana’s GDP projected to grow by 5.4% in 2025 Mining sector, especially gold production, driving economic resurgence Challenges persist in non-mining…
Dangote Refinery may withhold petrol supply to the Nigerian market due to unresolved issues surrounding the naira-for-crude oil exchange deal. Dangote Refinery may withhold petrol supply to the Nigerian market due to unresolved issues The unresolved naira-for-crude arrangement has created uncertainties regarding crude supply Negotiations are ongoing for a new deal with Dangote Refinery after…
According to the latest data from the Global Anti-Scam Alliance (2023–2024), the United States tops the global list of countries losing the most money per victim to scams, with an average loss of $3,500 per person. Denmark follows with $3,100, while Switzerland, Sweden, and South Korea each report average losses between $2,700–$3,000. Here’s a breakdown…
The president of the oil-producing nation of Nigeria, Bola Tinubu, recently declared a state of emergency in the country’s primary oil-producing region, Rivers State, led by Governor Sim Fubara. President of Nigeria, Bola Tinubu, declared state of emergency in Rivers State due to political crises and oil pipeline explosion. The state governor, Sim Fubara, and…
Tanzania’s economy might be booming, but its currency is taking a hit, and it may take some time before the local currency benefits. Tanzania’s economy is growing, but its currency has dropped 8.9% this year, making it the worst-performing currency in the world. The decline is driven by rising imports and increasing public debt linked…
Thousands of African locals have shared their insights on the best cities for food, ranking them based on quality, affordability, and a range of attributes, from family-friendliness to innovation. Business Insider Africa presents the African cities ranked among the 20 best food cities globally in 2025. The list is courtesy of Time Out. Cape Town…
