In 2023, despite submitting half as many Schengen visa applications as those from Asia, African applicants were twice as likely to be rejected, with rates 14 percentage points higher than Asian applicants. Business Insider Africa presents top 10 African countries with the highest Schengen visa rejection rates. This list is courtesy of Henley and Partners. Six…
Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programs provide a pathway for individuals to acquire citizenship in a country by making substantial financial contributions to its economy. CBI programs offer a pathway to acquire citizenship through financial contributions Some countries offer these options to attract foreign investment and boost economic growth Egypt and Mauritius have recently introduced citizenship…
The UK government has launched its new Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system, altering how visitors from certain countries enter the UK. UK launches Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system on January 8, 2025 Travelers from specific countries including three African countries need ETA for UK visits ETA launched in two phases: first phase on January 8,…
Some of the continent’s busiest airlines, such as Ethiopian Airlines and Kenya Airways, strive to maintain reliability but are not immune to disruptions. Kenya Airways ranked highest for cancellations, with 2,263 flights cancelled out of 46,578 total flights. Business Insider Africa presents the top 5 African airlines with the most flight cancellations in 2024. The…
The human metapneumovirus (HMPV), though not a newly discovered virus, is gaining attention in Africa as nations brace for illnesses reminiscent of the COVID-19 scare. HMPV, a respiratory virus, is gaining attention in Africa amid rising cases in China Unlike COVID-19, there is no vaccine or specific antiviral treatment for HMPV African nations and global…
Seychelles holds the title of the strongest passport in Africa for 2025, granting its holders visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 156 countries, ranking 25th globally. Business Insider Africa presents the top 10 most powerful passports in Africa in 2025. The list is courtesy of Henley & Partners’ passport index. In Africa, Seychelles holds the title…
John Dramani Mahama was inaugurated for a second term as Ghana’s president on Tuesday in a ceremony held in the capital city, Accra. The 66-year-old opposition leader secured a decisive victory in the December 7 presidential election, marking a political comeback in Ghana, the world’s second-largest cocoa producer. More than 20 presidents and heads of…
Algeria has leveled serious accusations against France, alleging the European country’s covert involvement in its affairs. Tensions between Algeria and France worsen. France’s support of Morocco over Western Sahara leads to withdrawal of Algerian ambassador. Algeria condemns French interference and colonial legacy. For years now, several African countries in West Africa have pushed back on…
Kenya, along with Nigeria, Egypt, and South Africa—collectively known as Africa’s “Big Four”—continued to dominate the venture funding landscape in 2024. However, there was a noticeable decline in the amount of funding raised compared to previous years. Business Insider Africa presents the top 10 African countries with the highest tech funding in 2024. The list…
