- 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could collapse without government support, and that the billionaire might "head back to South Africa" if subsidies were withdrawn.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.
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- 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.
- A new study has found that almost 17% of cancer drugs sampled in Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi, and Cameroon were substandard or counterfeit, raising concerns over patient safety and gaps in pharmaceutical regulation across Africa.
- African nations stood out at the 2025 World Travel Awards (WTA) Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony, held on June 28 at the Johari Rotana Hotel in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
- Nigeria, the fourth-largest African economy, has seen its total public debt rise to ₦149.39 trillion (approximately $97 billion) as of March 31, 2025.
- Algeria is taking strategic steps to expand its energy partnership with the United States as tensions over the Western Sahara dispute continue to mount.
- As part of efforts to safeguard Ghana’s financial system, the Bank of Ghana (BoG) has issued a stern warning to Ghanaians and financial service providers to steer clear of specific Money Transfer Organisations (MTOs) operating without the required regulatory approval from the Apex bank.
- The Republic of Niger has officially launched its Consultative Council for Refoundation (CCR), marking another milestone in the country’s ongoing political transition.
- Africa's leading financier, the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has disclosed that its financial support to the Dangote Refinery and Petrochemical Industry has exceeded $4 billion.
- Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has urged Africans to adopt bold thinking and a long-term mindset, asserting that the continent could be transformed into a “heaven” within just five years.
- China and Senegal have deepened their long-standing bilateral partnership with renewed economic and political partnership, and cultural cooperation, highlighting the growing depth of China’s influence within the Global South.
- The UK government has officially withdrawn its support for the £25 billion ($34.4 billion) Morocco-UK Power Project, a pioneering plan to harness solar and wind energy from the Sahara Desert and transmit it to Britain via the world's longest subsea power cable.
- The British High Commission has handed over two PAC 22 Interceptor Boats to the Gambia Navy, reinforcing growing defense ties and boosting the country’s maritime security capacity.
- The Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda have signed a peace agreement brokered by the United States in Washington, aiming to address the protracted conflict in eastern Congo that has displaced hundreds of thousands and strained regional relations.
- Starlink has resumed internet service sign-ups in Lagos and several other African countries after a multi-month pause prompted by overwhelming demand and network congestion
- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved a total disbursement of about $448.4 million to Tanzania following the completion of reviews under two key lending arrangements, in recognition of the country’s continued economic improvement and reform progress.
- The plan of Nigeria’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, to list the Dangote Oil-Refinery and the Dangote Fertilizer Plant on the stock market is hardly news, as this idea continues to be touted. However, recent reports indicate that timelines have been stamped to go ahead with the initiative,…
- For years, one of the few defenses that kept people from being scammed was the cultural and emotional relationship that existed among communities. However, deepfakes, orignially known as Generative AI has contributed to blurring such lines. During a meeting with Business Insider Africa, Rob Woods…
- A large number of operational oil drilling rigs typically represents a powerful sign of prosperity and potential for African countries with hydrocarbon resources.
- Dangote's decision to move forward with the listings of the oil and fertilizer refinery reflects the conglomerate’s broader strategy to attract new investors and unlock greater value for shareholders.
- Gabon has signed a $3.8 billion memorandum of understanding with the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) to fund major national development projects across mining, energy, and transport sectors.
- Mali’s transitional President Assimi Goïta is on an official visit to Russia, where military cooperation and gold sector development are high on the agenda.
- Three African tech powerhouses, Nigeria's Moniepoint and Flutterwave, and South Africa's digital bank Tyme, have been chosen for TIME magazine's 2025 list of the 100 Most Influential Companies, a watershed moment for the continent's rapidly expanding fintech industry.
- Pension funds are already managing an estimated $455 billion in assets. South Africa leads, accounting for more than $315 billion, about 70% of the continent’s pension capital.
- The University of Ghana has announced the immediate suspension of all social gatherings and student-organised events on campus following a resurgence of COVID-19 cases.
- Countries such as the United States, Russia, Iran, and France posted some of the highest scores on this indicator. In total, 44 countries saw their scores worsen in this area, with four of the ten steepest declines occurring in sub-Saharan Africa.
- Ghana may face visa sanctions from the United States following its placement on a U.S. State Department watchlist due to an increasing number of student visa overstays.
