Nigeria Launches Landmark Trial of Over 500 Terror Suspects in Abuja
Nigeria has commenced the prosecution of more than 500 individuals accused of involvement in militant activities, marking one of the country’s most expansive terrorism trials […]
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World Bank Reaffirms Backing for Nigeria’s Reforms, Stresses Role of Legislative Oversight
The World Bank has reiterated its strong support for Nigeria’s reform agenda, citing steady progress towards economic recovery and underscoring the importance of parliamentary oversight […]
Angola Attracts $9.9 Billion Investment in Oil Sector Over Eight Years
Angola invested approximately 9.9 billion US dollars in its petroleum sector over an eight-year period, reflecting sustained efforts to reinforce the backbone of the country’s […]
World Bank Approves $240m ‘WACA+ Programme to Boost Coastal Resilience and Blue Economy’ in West Africa
The World Bank has approved 240 million U.S. dollars to fund the first phase of the West Africa Coastal Areas Resilience and Blue Economy Programme […]
Chad Closes Sudan Border After Deadly Drone Strike, Orders Military Retaliation
Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno convened an emergency security meeting following a deadly drone attack along the Chad-Sudan border and ordered the immediate and […]
Angola’s financial inclusion rate remains around 50% amid new strategy push
The official financial inclusion rate in Angola stands at approximately 50 per cent, according to data reported on Monday, 16 March 2026 by the Agência Angola Press […]
AU urges member States to ratify convention to end violence against women
The African Union has called on member States that have not yet ratified the Convention on Ending Violence Against Women and Girls to take action, […]
South Africa Urged to Convert Energy Advantage into Industrial Powerhouse
Africa is strategically positioned at the heart of the global energy transition as the international order undergoes significant recalibration. Addressing delegates at the Africa Energy […]
Ethiopia Launches 4th International Investment Forum to Attract $2.4 Billion in Deals
Ethiopia has announced the 4th “Invest in Ethiopia” International Investment Forum, scheduled for March 26–27, 2026, aiming to secure investment agreements exceeding 2.4 billion US […]
Angola Approves Presidential Authority to Introduce Special Tourism Levy for International Visitors
In a decisive move to bolster Angola’s tourism financing structure, the National Assembly unanimously endorsed on Thursday a legislative authorisation empowering the President of the […]