Africa’s political landscape is shaped by a diverse range of older leaders, many of whom bring decades of experience to the table. Business Insider presents Africa’s top 10 oldest senate presidents The list is courtesy of the Inter Parliamentary Union (IPU) There are growing debates about whether these senior leaders, who are often well past…
The United States has relayed its commitment to providing significant support for the mineral deal it has negotiated with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The United States commits to supporting a mineral deal with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) The deal involves access to DRC’s critical mineral exports in exchange for U.S. military…
In a strategic move to broaden its global reach, Dangote Refinery has significantly increased its exports to the Asian market in response to growing demand for refined petroleum products. Dangote Refinery has increased exports to the Asian market due to growing demand for refined petroleum products Asia emerged as the top destination for fuel oil…
Libya recently expelled 10 aid groups from its borders, alleging what it described as a plot by said groups to change the country’s ‘demographic composition’. Libya expelled 10 aid groups, accusing them of trying to change the country’s demographic composition. Expelled aid groups include Doctors Without Borders, UN refugee agency, and Norwegian Refugee Council. Libyan…
In recent years, several African countries have signed nuclear cooperation agreements with Russia, intending to employ nuclear technology for initiatives such as energy generation, medicinal applications, and agricultural developments. Business Insider Africa presents the list of African countries with a nuclear cooperation agreement with Russia. This list is courtesy of the Grey Report. Several African…
Nigeria is reportedly making substantial advancements with its planned smart cities and contemporary infrastructure, utilizing geospatial technologies. Nigeria is making progress with smart cities and contemporary infrastructure using geospatial technologies. Surveyor-General emphasized the country’s commitment to utilizing technology for its interests. Significant advancement in mapping with 20 out of 35 blocks approved. At what was…
Ghana’s annual consumer inflation rate has continued its downward trend for the third straight month, falling to 22.4% in March 2025, down from 23.1% in February, according to data from the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS). Ghana’s annual consumer inflation rate dropped to 22.4% in March 2025, down from 23.1% in February The decline was attributed…
South Africa has indicated that responding with a counter-tariff to the United States’ new trade policy may not be the best course of action. U.S. President Donald Trump recently introduced a sweeping tariff policy affecting over 180 countries, including several in Africa. South Africa hesitant to respond with a counter-tariff to US trade policy. New…
Given the budding relationship between Russia and Niger, Russia both countries have decided that its time to establish a Russian embassy in the West African state. Russia plans to establish a new embassy in Niger by 2025. Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso reject Western partnerships and are building a relationship with Russia. Burkina Faso reopened…
