AGOA (the African Growth and Opportunity Act) has been a key element of U.S. economic policy and engagement with Africa since its creation in 2000. Business Insider Africa presents African countries that are ineligible for U.S. AGOA. Presently, 32 countries are eligible for AGOA benefits. The list is courtesy of AGOA info. AGOA (the African…
Russia has agreed to supply arms and military training to a newly established joint force formed by Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso. Russia to supply arms and military training to joint force of Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso. Moscow leverages instability in West Africa’s Sahel to expand influence and support resentment toward Western intervention. Kremlin-linked…
The United States is in discussions to invest billions of dollars in the mineral-rich Democratic Republic of Congo and is also seeking to help end the ongoing conflict in the country’s east. The United States is discussing investing billions of dollars in the mineral-rich Democratic Republic of Congo. The U.S. is also seeking to help…
In an effort to bolster its security infrastructure, the West African country of Nigeria has unveiled its advanced home made drones. Nigeria unveiled advanced homemade drones in partnership with Briech UAS The Chief of Defence Staff highlighted that the drones will greatly improve operational efficiency Manufacturing drones locally reduces Nigeria’s dependence on foreign resources and…
The recently released Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work has shown a significant shift in workplace culture, with technology and financial services companies dominating the rankings. Business Insider Africa presents the top 10 best companies for work ranking The ranking is courtesy of the Fortune 100 Best Companies to work in 2025 Technology and financial…
Considering that the United States’ president, Donald Trump suspended USAID for 90 days, it is interesting to note that aid from the United States is still flowing into numerous African countries. Business Insider Africa presents the top 10 African countries that have received the most aid from the U.S. in 2025 so far. This list…
When it comes to navigating a city, a reliable and efficient public transport system can make all the difference. Cities stand out for seamless, efficient, and comfortable public transport Public transport systems contribute to sustainability, reduced traffic congestion, and better quality of life Top 10 cities with best public transport systems according to TimeOut Several…
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has called for a meeting later this month to address the recent 0.5% import duty imposed by the Alliance of Sahel States on goods from ECOWAS member nations. ECOWAS to address 0.5% import duty by Alliance of Sahel States in upcoming meeting Analysts criticize ECOWAS for failure…
Algeria’s national carrier, Air Algérie, is set to launch direct flight services to Nigeria on April 6, 2025, as revealed in a statement by Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Air Algérie is launching direct flight services to Nigeria on April 6, 2025 The launch follows the approval of a Foreign Carrier Operating Permit by the…
