- Kenya is losing up to Sh194 billion annually due to corruption, illicit financial flows, and inefficient public spending, according to a new report by the African Development Bank (AfDB).
- Most of us can name a few national airlines without even thinking. Emirates instantly brings the UAE to mind, and Qantas proudly flies as 'The Spirit of Australia. These national carriers are symbols of national pride, identity, and ambition.
- Kenya is set to receive a Sh3.4 billion loan from Israel to finance the acquisition of a modern missile defense system, in a move aimed at bolstering the country’s air security amid escalating regional terror threats.
- Jensen Huang, the tenth-richest person in the world, and Strive Masiyiwa, Zimbabwe's richest man, have collaborated on establishing an Artificial Intelligence (AI) factory in Africa, the first of its kind.
- Several African countries' health systems remain critically vulnerable to the fallout from President Donald Trump’s ongoing efforts to scale back U.S. foreign assistance, most notably through the dismantling of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID).
- South Africa and Egypt are the only African nations to feature in the latest ranking of emerging markets for foreign direct investment (FDI) confidence in 2025.
- Kenyan commercial banks are increasingly transporting physical cash to foreign destinations, with the United Kingdom, United States, and South Sudan ranking as the top recipients.
- African startups collectively secured $1.35 billion in funding during H1 2025, a 78% surge from the $800 million raised in the same period last year.
- As 2025 passes its mid-point, Africa continues to pursue economic growth, attract foreign investment, and uplift its population, but one persistent challenge remains a serious threat to progress: a high crime index.
- US President Donald Trump will hold the inaugural African Leaders' Summit of his second term next week in Washington, D.C., marking a watershed moment in his administration's relationship with the continent.
- Ethiopia has reignited plans to construct what could become the tallest skyscraper in sub-Saharan Africa, marking a bold signal of the country’s long-term vision for economic transformation and urban modernization.
- Africa is losing an estimated US$88.6 billion annually to illicit financial flows, according to a recent report by Ghana’s Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC).
- Ghana's inflation rate has continued to fall, reaching its lowest level since 2021, indicating that the West African country's economic recovery may be gaining momentum.
- The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is expected to consider the fourth review of Ghana’s $3 billion Extended Credit Facility (ECF) programme on Monday, 7 July 2025, in Washington, D.C., USA.
- The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has disbursed $20 million to ten Bulk Oil Distribution Companies (BDCs) as part of its latest foreign exchange (FX) forward auction, reinforcing the central bank’s efforts to stabilise the Ghanaian cedi and ensure consistent fuel availability.
- Chevron Corp. and TotalEnergies SE are among 37 global energy firms vying for exploration rights in Libya’s first energy tender as the North African nation seeks to restore its battered oil sector and attract foreign investment.
- A nation's decision to bolster its military strength has additional urgency and nuanced relevance in a world characterized by instability and violent conflicts.
- After months of uncertainty, the U.S. government has officially dissolved the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), transferring all foreign aid programs to the State Department.
- The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved a $474.6 million loan to South Africa to support critical upgrades to the country’s transport and energy infrastructure.
- Telecommunication companies in Ghana have begun rolling out increased data allocations following a government directive aimed at improving internet affordability.
- A new national poll by Global InfoAnalytics has revealed a sharp increase in optimism among Ghanaians regarding the country’s direction, with 70% of voters now expressing confidence that Ghana is on the right path.
- A growing diplomatic row has erupted between Ghana and China over the contentious issue of illegal gold mining, locally known as galamsey, as both sides trade blame amid a surge in global gold prices and increasing environmental destruction.
- U.S. President Donald Trump has reignited his feud with Tesla CEO Elon Musk, suggesting in a late-night Truth Social post that Musk’s electric vehicle empire could collapse without government support, and that the billionaire might "head back to South Africa" if subsidies were withdrawn.
- A new report released by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) has revealed that approximately 29.5% of Ghana’s population, representing about 4.8 million people, are living in slums or informal settlements.
- Mali's armed forces reported a series of coordinated attacks on multiple military positions across seven towns in the central and western regions of the country early Tuesday.
- India has dispatched a team of geologists to Zambia to begin surveying a vast 9,000 square kilometre zone allocated for the exploration of critical minerals, including cobalt and copper.
- As the July 9 deadline for the implementation of President Trump’s tariffs approaches, South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa has renewed calls for extended negotiations with the United States.
- Dangote Petroleum Refinery has cut the gantry price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also referred to as gasoline, by 4.5%, bringing the fuel price down from N880 to N840 per litre.
- A low crime rate and a high safety index are now crucial advantages for African countries looking to achieve more wealth, draw in international collaboration, and enhance the standard of living for their people in 2025.
- The World Bank has approved $360 million in financial support to help Ghana stabilise its economy, create jobs, and enhance resilience in critical sectors such as energy, finance, and climate adaptation.
- Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has shared fresh plans to develop the country’s economy as he prepares to run for a seventh term in next year’s election.
- Egypt’s economy expanded by 4.77% in the third quarter of its 2024/25 fiscal year, a marked improvement from the 2.2% growth recorded during the same period last year, according to the Ministry of Planning.
- West African Resources has achieved a major milestone at its Kiaka gold project in Burkina Faso, successfully producing its first gold bar measuring 5.7 kilograms, or approximately 183.3 ounces—during an on-site smelting process.
- As the second half of 2025 rolls along, the shadow of substantial debt loads continues to loom large over much of Africa. Many African countries grapple with complex debt agreements, a significant portion of which includes sizable commitments to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
- In a controversial move that sparked public outcry and raised questions about governance and development, the government of Lagos State (Nigeria’s commercial hub) demolished the popular Landmark Beach, a once-thriving waterfront leisure hub.
- The Dangote Group has confirmed plans to resume direct delivery of refined petroleum products to filling stations, industrial plants, and other bulk fuel consumers across Nigeria, following a major N720 billion investment in 4,000 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered trucks.
- This interview is based on a conversation with the CEO and co-founder of Lingtec.AI, Abayomi Falansa, one of a growing number of entrepreneurs operating at the intersection of artificial intelligence and language technology in Africa. Business Insider Africa has independently verified his…
- This interview is based on a conversation with the CEO and co-founder of Lingtec.AI, Abayomi Falansa, one of a growing number of entrepreneurs operating at the intersection of artificial intelligence and language technology in Africa. Business Insider Africa has independently verified his…
- The global security scene in 2025 has become increasingly unpredictable as military confrontations develop globally, ranging from the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict and growing tensions in the Middle East to civil instability in Sudan, Congo, and the Sahel.
- Russia has reaffirmed its commitment to backing South Africa’s G20 presidency, describing Pretoria’s leadership as an important step in bringing the priorities of the Global South to the forefront of the group’s agenda.