President Donald Trump proposed significant tariff increases in April 2025, imposing a 10% duty on most imports and higher rates for some nations. This policy move has the potential to significantly affect economies in Africa, including those benefiting from the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). Business Insider Africa presents the top 10 African countries…
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For the first time in six years, Zambia’s inflation rate is on the verge to fall within the central bank’s target range. This is a major turning point for the southern African country’s economy. Zambia’s secretary to the treasury, Felix Nkulukusa, said Thursday that annual consumer price inflation is expected to fall below 8% by…
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The Ugandan government plans to introduce new legislation that would permit military courts to try civilians for specific offenses, despite a previous Supreme Court ruling that outlawed the practice. New legislation in Uganda may allow military courts to try civilians for specific offenses. Human rights groups and opposition leaders are concerned about the potential for…
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Despite mounting protests from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the “Visit Rwanda” campaign has secured a renewed lifeline after French football giant Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) extended its partnership with Rwanda. PSG extends partnership with Rwanda’s ‘Visit Rwanda’ campaign despite criticism and protests from DRC The renewed deal aims to deepen Rwanda’s global visibility as…
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GITEX Nigeria will take place from September 1-4, 2025, in Lagos and Abuja signalling a significant boost for Nigeria’s technology ecosystem and Africa’s entire digital economy. The move is backed by strong government support through Nigeria’s National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), with endorsement from the administration of President Bola Tinubu. Stakeholders believe the initiative…
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Several African thought leaders, innovators, and changemakers from various industries have made it onto the prestigious TIME100 Most Influential People list for 2025. The TIME100 Most Influential People of 2025 includes thought leaders, innovators, and changemakers from Africa Among the honorees are individuals driving change in governance, culture, science, and media, with global impact Recognition…
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