The Ghanaian government is preparing to implement a revised licensing framework aimed at regulating the activities of motorcycle and tricycle riders, according to the Minister for Transport, Joseph Bukari Nikpe. Ghanaian government to implement revised licensing framework for motorcycle and tricycle riders New framework includes enhanced authority for Ghana Police Service to enforce road traffic…
Standard Chartered Plc is exploring opportunities to expand its footprint in Africa, aiming to grow its wealth management and transaction banking businesses. Standard Chartered Plc plans to expand in Africa, focusing on wealth management and transaction banking. The bank has already expanded its presence in Egypt and is considering entering one or two other countries,…
Ghana Bauxite Company Limited (GBC) has outlined a bold plan to produce 6 million tonnes of bauxite by the close of 2025, backed by a strategic investment of US$122.97 million aimed at revitalising its operations. Ghana Bauxite Company plans to produce 6 million tonnes of bauxite by 2025 Company experienced transformation under new management by…
The government of South Sudan has hit out at the United States government for revoking U.S. visas for all its nationals. South Sudan slammed the U.S. for revoking visas, which Washington says is due to Juba’s refusal to take back its citizens. South Sudan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs denies the claims, says individual in question…
In a bold attempt to establish its autonomy and remove colonial influence, Niger has formally designated Hausa its national language, thus demoting French to a basic working language. Niger has designated Hausa as its national language, demoting French to a basic working language. Niger left the Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie in March. Niger has…
Algeria and Mali have suspended flights to and from each other’s airspace, their governments announced on Monday, marking a significant escalation in their diplomatic tensions. Algeria and Mali have suspended flights to and from each other’s airspace. The dispute began after Algeria reported downing a drone violating its airspace near Tinzaouaten. Mali contested, claiming the…
A senior South African lawmaker on Monday accused Communications Minister Solly Malatsi of attempting to weaken the country’s local ownership laws to accommodate foreign companies such as Elon Musk’s Starlink. Communications Minister Solly Malatsi accused of weakening local ownership laws for foreign companies like Elon Musk’s Starlink. Current local ownership regulations mandate at least 30%…
Cassava Technologies is considering an investment of up to $720 million in Africa’s first artificial intelligence factory, which will be developed by Nvidia Corp. Cassava Technologies plans to invest up to $720 million in Africa’s first artificial intelligence factory with Nvidia Corp. The AI factory will be rolled out across key markets in South Africa,…
In the latest global On-Time Performance (OTP) rankings, Oman Air has taken the top spot, delivering an impressive punctuality rate of 96.37%. Oman Air has the highest punctuality rate of 96.37% in the latest global On-Time Performance rankings On-Time Performance reflects the percentage of flights that depart or arrive within 15 minutes of their scheduled…
