- The World Bank has pledged $1 billion to help the Democratic Republic of Congo prepare as it prepares for the next phase of what could be the world’s biggest hydropower project.
- President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has conferred the national honour of Commander of the Order of the Federal Republic (CFR) on American billionaire philanthropist and Microsoft co-founder, Bill Gates, in recognition of his long-standing contributions to global health, education, and poverty reduction in…
- Africa’s digital economy is rapidly evolving, and strong ICT policy and regulatory frameworks are playing a vital role in shaping that transformation.
- After gaining regulatory clearance to purchase a controlling position in Sumac Microfinance Bank, Nigerian fintech behemoth Moniepoint Inc. is poised to make a significant entry into the Kenyan financial services industry.
- Astronomers working with South Africa’s SKA telescope are urging the government to ensure that any licensing deal with Elon Musk’s Starlink includes protections for their sensitive astronomical research.
- Ghana and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish a technology and innovation hub aimed at accelerating Ghana’s digital transformation and positioning the country as a regional leader in artificial intelligence (AI) and emerging technologies.
- Starlink, the satellite internet service developed by Elon Musk’s SpaceX, has begun suspending service for South African users accessing the platform through unauthorized plans.
- American billionaire, Bill Gates says the majority of his wealth will be directed toward improving health and education across Africa over the next two decades.
- The net worth of African billionaires has, as expected, fluctuated all year round due to a combination of strategic moves, currency devaluations, and economic adjustments.
- The International Air Transport Association (IATA), in a recent report, has revealed that a number of countries are collectively responsible for a total of $1.3 billion in blocked airline funds.
- The International Air Transport Association (IATA), in a recent report, revealed that about fifteen countries are responsible for $1.163 billion of the total blocked aviation funds.
- In a continent known for rapid urbanization amidst significant developmental issues, some African cities are gradually emerging as a model of excellent quality of life.
- Ken Ofori-Atta, Ghana's former Minister of Finance, has been branded a wanted person by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) after failing to appear for interrogation on Monday.
- NATO is a critical alliance for collective security and collaboration, but not all member states have the same level of influence inside the organization.
- As part of President Donald Trump’s escalating efforts to curb illegal migration, the United States is reportedly in final talks to designate Rwanda as a potential host nation for asylum seekers and migrants turned away at the U.S. border.
- Ethiopian Airlines, Africa's largest and most profitable carrier, is set to purchase at least 20 regional or small narrowbody planes as part of its strategy to grow its domestic fleet and retire aged aircraft.
- Observers of Nigeria’s participation at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival may have been tempted to conclude that Nollywood had finally “arrived” on the global stage. In truth, it arrived long ago. What is new — and far more consequential — is the industry’s gradual transition from an informal creative…
- Madagascar is looking to boost investments from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to drive growth in its tourism and energy sectors, a move that has become more urgent as it faces steep tariffs from the US.
- This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Wanaemi Sampson, who runs a computer training, printing, and copy business in Lagos. Business Insider Africa has verified her professional background.
- This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Wanaemi Sampson, who runs a computer training, printing, and copy business in Lagos. Business Insider Africa has verified her professional background.
- In 2025, many African countries are experiencing slower real GDP growth compared to 2024, primarily due to global trade uncertainties and domestic fiscal challenges.
- Zimbabwe is yet to secure any firm pledges of financial support from the 10 countries it appealed to in its ongoing bid to settle long-standing debt arrears.
- France, in July 2024, noted that it was siding with Morocco on the matter of its sovereignty over the small country of Western Sahara. This support was to the detriment of Algeria, which also lays claim to the small North African territory.
- Egypt announced plans on Sunday to construct a new city in the desert, rerouting roughly 7% of its annual Nile River water quota away from fertile delta regions.
- Russia is set to open a new consulate in the Egyptian Red Sea resort city of Sharm el-Sheikh, following a decision by Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin on May 27.
- Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has made maritime history by becoming the first shipping line to deploy 24,000 TEU megaships on routes serving West Africa, marking a significant milestone in the region's integration into global trade networks.
- The governments of Saudi Arabia and Egypt have unveiled a groundbreaking, multibillion-dollar bridge project that will connect Africa and Asia across the Red Sea.
- The U.S. State Department has ordered all its embassies and consulates worldwide to “immediately begin additional vetting” for any individual seeking a visa to travel to Harvard University, regardless of the purpose of their visit.
- South Africa recorded 109 business liquidations in April 2025, bringing the total number of closures this year to 482 during the first four months in 2025, according to Statistics South Africa (Stats SA).
- The South African government is facing intense political backlash after changes to its Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) laws, potentially allowing Elon Musk's Starlink to operate in the country with exemptions from existing Black ownership requirements.
- A controversial Russian scholarship scheme has triggered widespread outrage in Nigeria following revelations that several young Nigerians, including minors, were recruited under false pretenses to work in drone factories supporting Russia’s war in Ukraine.
- Five African nations - The Gambia, Ghana, Liberia, Sierra Leone, and Sudan - have made a historic collective contribution of $16 million to the African Development Fund (ADF), marking a significant milestone in the continent's journey toward financial autonomy and shared prosperity, and…
- A senior U.S. military commander in Africa has issued a warning, cautioning that China is actively seeking to replicate nearly every aspect of U.S. military assistance on the continent, as Washington scales back its direct involvement.
- France has emerged as the most popular Schengen country for visa applicants in 2024, surpassing traditional destinations like the UK, Canada, Italy, and the US.
- The top U.S. military commander leading AFRICOM in Africa has issued a stark warning about the rapid expansion of terrorist groups in the Sahel region.
- CDC urges vigilance as Clade I mpox cases appear in the U.S. following travel to affected regions in Central Africa, especially the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
- The United States has officially added South Africa to its travel alert list, citing rising global security threats, according to a recent update from the U.S. Department of State reported by Travel and Tour World.
- Dangote oil refinery plans to import at least five million barrels of U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil in July, according to three trading sources familiar with the matter.
- Japan is stepping up efforts to help its companies expand in Africa and strengthen trade ties across a continent where it has traditionally been viewed primarily as a donor.
- Uganda plans to borrow €500 million ($568 million) from three lenders, including the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), to fund infrastructure development, according to Finance Minister Matia Kasaija.
- Saudi Arabia has suspended the issuance of Block Work Visas for nationals from seven African countries, a move that could disrupt labor migration and remittance flows.
- Burkina Faso is set to boost its industrial gold production in 2025, driven by the ramp-up of Soleil Resources International Ltd.'s project in the country and the anticipated start of output from a new mine operated by Australia’s West African Resources Ltd.
- In 2025, a few players of African descent appeared on Forbes' annual list of the world's highest-paid athletes, with their combined on-field and off-field incomes demonstrating their impact in sports and business.
- In 2025, a few players of African descent appeared on Forbes' annual list of the world's highest-paid athletes, with their combined on-field and off-field incomes demonstrating their impact in sports and business.
- South Africa has proposed a decade-long liquefied natural gas (LNG) import agreement with the United States as part of efforts to deepen bilateral economic relations and secure favorable trade terms.
- While some African countries have successfully stabilized their currencies and built resilience, others continue to struggle under the weight of a discounted currency.
- The African Development Bank (AfDB) plans to establish a new carbon markets support facility aimed at unlocking climate finance across the continent, senior officials announced at the bank's annual meeting in Abidjan.
