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Trump set to dissolve the US-African Development Association, other govt agencies

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U.S. President Donald Trump has called for the elimination of the “non-statutory components and functions” of the U.S. African Development Foundation and various other government agencies. President Trump called for the elimination of ‘non-statutory components and functions’ in various government agencies USADF invests in African grassroots providing grant funding, capacity-building assistance, and networking opportunities President…

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Top 10 African countries with the highest debt to the IMF in February 2025

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While some African countries have chipped away at their debts others have piled onto them, as they’ve reached out to financiers like the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for financial aid. Business Insider Africa presents the top 10 African countries with the highest debt to the IMF in February 2025. This list is courtesy of data…

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10 countries with the highest percentage of web traffic from mobile phones

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In an era where smartphones have become an integral part of daily life, mobile internet usage continues to surge globally with the increase in web traffic. Business Insider Africa presents countries with the highest percentage of web traffic from mobile phones The ranking is courtesy of StatiSense The Philippines leads with 87.64% of web traffic…

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German automaker, Volkswagen set to begin e-tractor manufacturing in Nigeria

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German automaker, Volkswagen has announced plans to set up an e-tractor manufacturing plant in Nigeria. Volkswagen plans to set up an e-tractor manufacturing plant in Nigeria The introduction of e-tractors in Nigeria aims to enhance agricultural mechanization Volkswagen’s return to Nigeria signals growing confidence in the country’s economy Volkswagen’s introduction of e-tractors in Nigeria is…

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Top 5 African countries with the highest speed limits

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Speed regulations vary across African nations but generally fall within common ranges based on road types: urban areas (40–60 km/h), rural roads (60–100 km/h), and highways (80–120 km/h). Business Insider Africa presents the top 5 African countries with the highest speed limits. The list is courtesy of World of Statistics. Despite having speed regulations in…

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Police cheerfully joins rebel group as conflict rages on in Congo

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Reports indicate that several members of the police force in Congo have switched sides, joining the M23 rebel group that invaded parts of the country weeks ago. Police officers in Congo have joined the M23 rebel group. M23 rebels captured the city of Bukavu in eastern Congo. The international community and the United Nations have…

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