A recent Afrobarometer survey has unveiled a significant surge in corruption across 36 African countries during 2021/2022.
The report indicates a 46% increase in corruption in some countries, a 12% moderate rise, and a stable situation at approximately 20%.
Around 58%...
The war in Ukraine has the potential to create political divisions in some parts of Africa particularly in countries where leaders may not want to give up their positions as Heads of State.
Such leaders may seek the backing of...
The government of Kenya has finally passed a law to tax digital content creators like YouTubers, Tik-tokers, bloggers and others who make money from their content and from activities as brand influencers.
The government seem to have gotten wind of...
The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has launched its wholly owned insurance management services subsidiary, AFREXInsure, to assist in optimally managing related risks for the trade and commerce sector in Africa.
Established in 2021, AFREXInsure, a single-entry point for all specialty...
Deputy National Chairman (South) of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Emma Eneukwu, has urged Nigerians to appreciate President Bola Tinubu’s willingness to sacrifice for the good of all.
“The spirit of willingness to sacrifice as exhibited by President...
A chieftain of All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State, Mrs Veronica Adesotu, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to ensure that women were well represented in his administration.
Adesotu, who is the initiator of APC Female Aspirants 2022/2023 Forum...
Nigerian banks reported remarkable revenue growth in Q1 2023, with ₦96.483 billion ($122,694,806) generated from electronic businesses.
The remarkable growth is attributed to the increasing adoption of fintech solutions, resulting in a significant 23.84% increase, compared to the ₦77.907 billion ($99,010,408)...
Police in Botswana have expressed concern at the upsurge in murder incidents that continue to occur in the southern African country.
Selinah Omphile, an assistant spokesperson for the Botswana Police Service, said Tuesday the country witnessed four murder cases over...
In an effort to address the growing wave of violence extremism and insecurity challenges facing West Africa, the Liberia National Police in collaboration with its regional counterpart the West African Police Information System WAPIS along with the global police...
The bustling city of Accra is the scene of a quiet but remarkable transformation. The air, once thick with exhaust fumes and the hum of diesel generators, is gradually being infused with a new sense of vitality. Like in...
