The ongoing investment boom and the continued migration from rural to urban areas have been key drivers of Africa’s real estate growth. Africa’s real estate growth driven by investment boom and urban migration Africa’s real estate market poised to reach US$17.64 trillion by 2025 Countries like Mauritius, Seychelles, Egypt, Namibia, South Africa, and Rwanda offer…
A conservative country is one where traditional values and social norms hold significant sway over daily life. Eritrea ranks as the most conservative African country with a score of 0.01, followed by Equatorial Guinea at 0.05. Business Insider Africa presents the top 10 most conservative African countries. The list is courtesy of Wise Voter. Eritrea…
On January 20, 2025, Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th President of the United States for a second term, with the promise of putting America first. Business Insider Africa presents the top 10 African countries with the most citizens deported from the U.S. under Biden. This list is courtesy of the Immigration and…
Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso, the three military-led West African nations, have officially withdrawn from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso have officially withdrawn from ECOWAS. The withdrawal process was complicated, involving economic penalties and diplomatic pressure from Western governments. Their departure has raised questions about the future…
Citizens of the Democratic Republic of Congo have taken to the streets in protest against the ongoing offensive by the M23 rebel group in the country’s eastern region. Angry protesters targeted foreign embassies in Kinshasa, looting and setting some on fire The embassies of France, Belgium, Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya, and the United States were among…
A private equity firm backed by Aliko Dangote is set to enter Kenya’s food and beverage market with the acquisition of Java House, a leading Kenyan coffee chain. Aliko Dangote backed private equity firm is set to enter Kenya’s food and beverage market through the acquisition of Java House. The acquisition is backed by Alterra…
Given Africa’s enormous geopolitical size and varied geography, a small helicopter fleet can provide serious difficulties for some African countries. Business Insider Africa presents the top 10 African countries with the fewest helicopters in 2025. This list is courtesy of Global Fire Power. Somalia ranks number 1 on the list. A nation’s defense, humanitarian endeavors,…
The Nigerian government has announced the deportation of 828 illegal immigrants from the country in 2024. The Nigerian government deported 828 illegal immigrants in 2024 for various immigration infractions Terrorists from neighboring Niger Republic have exacerbated humanitarian crises around the northern Nigerian states Previous deportations included illegal migrants from Niger, India, and the Democratic People’s…
The price of groceries in several African countries has emerged as a key indicator of household stability. Business Insider Africa presents the top 10 African countries with the most affordable groceries at the start of 2025. This list is courtesy of Numbeo. Egypt ranks number 1 on the list. Cheap groceries are more than just…
