TikTok is set to be banned in the US on January 19. But President-elect Trump says he may give the platform a 90-day reprieve, a decision he is yet to confirm on Monday.
Moniepoint Inc has successfully raised US$110 million in equity financing, to power the dreams of millions of businesses and their customers across Africa and the diaspora.
Africa’s top billionaires have built their wealth through innovation, grit, and bold business moves, transforming their respective industries. From manufacturing and mining to telecommunications and consumer goods, these titans are shaping the economic landscape of Africa and beyond. Let’s explore their sectors, lifestyles, and journeys to success, highlighting not just their financial worth but also their impact on the continent.
Jacob Zuma’s daughter, Nomcebo Zuma, is officially the 16th wife of the <a href="https://africa.businessinsider.com/lifestyle/these-3-wealthy-african-kings-are-worth-dollar63-billion/89262c2">King of Eswatini, formerly Swaziland</a>, following a traditional ceremony on Monday night.
The Nigerian police are on red alert and may soon seek military intervention to maintain order following a wave of violent protests that have erupted in several major cities across Nigeria.
MTN Nigeria reported a substantial loss after tax of ₦519.1 billion in the first half of 2024, largely due to challenging macroeconomic conditions in Nigeria, including record-high inflation and a weaker naira.
The youth-led demonstrations planned to be held between July 31 and August 6 were intended to address a range of pressing issues and concerns that resonate deeply with many citizens
According to the index, the yield on Ivory Coast’s debt maturing in 2028 fell 13 basis points to 7.09% on Monday, the lowest since April 15. South Africa’s dollar debt due in 2030 traded at a yield of 6.9%, down from over 8.5% in October.
China has dethroned the United States of America (USA) as its approval ratings in the region rose six percentage points, from 52% in 2022 to 58% in 2023, two points ahead of the U.S. According to the report, <a href="https://africa.businessinsider.com/local/careers/china-is-fast-becoming-a-top-destination-for-african-students-who-want-to-study/898pd8h">China recorded its highest leadership approval rating</a> in Africa in a decade, while <a href="https://africa.businessinsider.com/local/leade...
Nigerians waste 113kg of food at home per year, amounting to 24.79 million tons of household food waste in the country—the highest in Sub-Saharan Africa.
By analysing the modern and ancient genomic data for Europeans and Asians, researchers concluded that modern humans descended from Africa before migrating out of the continent
More Africans are resigning from their jobs in search of healthier company culture and better work-life balance as opposed to just wanting a higher salary.
The deep-sea cable project will connect 32 other African countries and directly support economic development in Africa, fostering further growth of 4G and 5G
The Africa Investment Report 2023” revealed that Kenya, Egypt, Nigeria, and South Africa collectively account for a dominant 68% share of the continent's total investment influx in 2023.
Seven of Africa's richest men hold a collective wealth of $52 billion, exceeding that of the 700 million people constituting the poorest half of the continent's population
According to the report, Port Louis, located in Mauritius, is the city with the best living standards and safest in Africa; it is followed by Victoria, the capital of Seychelles
Mobile subscriptions in Sub-Saharan Africa are predicted to top 1.1 billion by the end of 2029, with 5G being the fastest-growing subscription type between 2023 and 2029 at 60% annually, according to a new report.
In this article, we explore the vibrant economic landscape of East Africa, where a dynamic interplay of factors has propelled specific nations to the forefront of the region's economic growth.
A well-known businesswoman in Zimbabwe was fined $5,000 (£4,000) by a Zimbabwean court for attempting to smuggle more than $330,000 worth of gold out of the nation in her purse.
The depreciation of the Kenyan shilling increases the value of returns on foreign currency assets, protecting diversified investors from fluctuations in the local economy.
Frank-Walter Steinmeier, the president of the European powerhouse, Germany, is set to pay Tanzania a three-day visit, beginning October 30th to November 1st.
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