The $910 million appeal marks the most expensive humanitarian crisis in West and Central Africa, surpassing those in Chad, Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, according to UN documents. United Nations to launch a $910 million appeal for humanitarian crisis in northeastern Nigeria. Nigeria’s crisis is the most expensive in West and Central Africa, surpassing other…
The cost of diesel last year fluctuated greatly throughout Africa, with certain African countries seeing costs as low as $0.031 per liter and others experiencing highs of $2 per liter. A similar pattern seems to be developing when 2025 gets underway. Business Insider Africa presents the top 10 African countries with the lowest diesel prices…
The Nigerian government is expanding its refinery network with the recent approval for the establishment of a 10,000-barrel refinery in Delta State. Nigerian government approves the establishment of a 10,000-barrel refinery in Delta State Approval given to MRO Energy Limited for the construction of the refinery in Delta State Nigeria aims to increase domestic refining…
The Kenyan government has announced plans to open its borders to African travelers with a visa-free policy as part of its efforts to enhance openness and integration.. Kenya plans to open its borders to African travelers to enhance integration within the continent Currently, only five African nations offer visa-free travel to citizens of other African…
Within Africa, the University of Cape Town (South Africa) emerges as the top-ranked institution, solidifying its reputation as a leader in higher education on the continent. Business Insider presents the top 10 best universities in Africa in 2025. The list is courtesy of Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025. University of Cape Town (South…
Portugal has listed Nigeria alongside the United States as one of the countries it aims to get its supply of liquified natural gas (LNG) from. Portugal aims to get LNG supply from Nigeria and the United States due to shortage from the Russian market. Nigeria’s LNG trade is on an upward trajectory, producing 2.5 trillion…
President Donald Trump recently announced his intention to end “birthright citizenship,” a policy granting automatic American citizenship to anyone born on U.S. soil. President Trump aims to end birthright citizenship in the U.S Legal challenges have been filed by the American Civil Liberties Union and others against Trump’s decision The U.S. and Canada are among…
While households bear the brunt of expensive housing in many African countries, the ripple effects are typically extensive, having considerable influence on the overall economy. Business Insider Africa presents the top 10 African countries with the most expensive rent at the start of 2025. This list is courtesy of data from Numbeo. Nigeria ranks number…
Countries like Niger, Burundi, and Chad have maintained low unemployment rates, thanks to policies that prioritize key sectors like agriculture and tourism, foster entrepreneurship, and support the informal economy, which provides livelihoods for millions. Business Insider Africa presents the top 10 African countries with the lowest unemployment rate. The list is courtesy of Statista. Countries…
