A Nigerian agency, the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has sealed off the visa processing center for France, Belgium, and Italy in Abuja due to alleged consumer rights violations. The FCCPC has sealed the visa application center for France, Belgium, and Italy in Abuja due to alleged consumer rights violations. Complaints included excessive…
Nigeria’s largest container terminal, APM Terminals Apapa, has marked a historic milestone with the arrival of Kota Oasis, the first LNG-powered vessel to berth in the terminal. APM Terminals Apapa, Nigeria’s largest container terminal, achieved a milestone with the docking of the LNG-powered ship Kota Oasis. The Kota Oasis, owned by Pacific International Lines, showcases…
Russian President Vladimir Putin recently welcomed South Africa’s Deputy President, Paul Mashatile, in a meeting intended to strengthen the two countries’ long-standing relationship. Russian President Putin recently met South African Deputy President Mashatile to enhance bilateral relations. Russia and South Africa form a historical bond with shared global political interests. Putin highlighted the outcome of…
Midway through 2025, the fortunes of African billionaires have shifted in ways that reflect a great deal about the continent’s economic orientation, global significance, and private sector innovation. Business Insider Africa presents the top 10 richest African billionaires mid-way into 2025. This list is courtesy of Forbes. Johann Rupert ranks number 1 on the list.…
Burkina Faso has officially signed the final administrative document of a historic intergovernmental nuclear deal with Russia, taking a significant step forward in its quest for nuclear energy. Burkina Faso finalized a significant intergovernmental nuclear agreement with Russia. The deal involves collaboration with Russia’s Rosatom to develop nuclear infrastructure for peaceful purposes. Burkina Faso seeks…
With the hostilities across the globe, including the recent bout between Israel and Iran, it seems like the threat of World War III looms with each passing year, leaving the state of Africa’s future in question. While some think Africa would be negatively affected, Ben Murray-Bruce projected that Nigeria, would be in an advantageous position.…
The government of Tanzania has granted temporary traffic rights to international airlines in response to the European Union’s recent ban on all Tanzanian-registered aircraft. Tanzania has granted temporary traffic rights to international airlines to mitigate the effects of a recent EU ban on Tanzanian-registered aircraft. This measure, valid for six months, ensures continuity in travel,…
Ethiopian Airlines remains the gold standard, once again named Best Airline in Africa, a title it has now held for seven consecutive years. Business Insider Africa presents the best airlines in Africa in 2025. The list is courtesy of Skytrax. Ethiopian Airlines was named Best Airline in Africa, a title it has now held for…
Hundreds of Ghanaian investors and community members staged a protest outside the Nigerian High Commission in Abuja yesterday, demanding action over alleged “systematic harassment, intimidation, and violation of our fundamental rights” by the Nigeria Police and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Ghanaian investors protested outside the Nigerian High Commission in Abuja, citing systematic…
