Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has stepped down as Chairman of the Board of Directors at Dangote Cement Plc. Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest man, has resigned as Chairman of Dangote Cement Plc, with Emmanuel Ikazoboh succeeding him. Emmanuel Ikazoboh, the new Chairman, has extensive experience spanning over 40 years in senior management roles across several…
Senegal has formally signed the US-led Artemis Accords, becoming the 56th member to the global framework outlining rules for peaceful space exploration. Senegal signed the US-led Artemis Accords on July 24, 2025, becoming the 56th member of this space exploration framework. The ceremony held at NASA Headquarters in Washington, D.C., marked Senegal’s commitment to science,…
A new European Union regulation has sparked concerns that it could have a devastating impact on the millions of farmers in the world’s largest cocoa-producing country – Ivory Coast who rely on the industry for their livelihood. A new EU regulation demands proof that imported cocoa is not linked to deforestation The country is introducing…
As debt levels rise in several African countries, a few nations on the continent are beginning to stand out by repaying loans to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), and other global lenders or limiting their exposure external debts. Business Insider Africa presents the top 10 African countries with the lowest debt to the IMF in…
Thousands of Cameroonians living in the United States under Temporary Protected Status (TPS) now face the threat of deportation after a federal court ruled in favor of President Donald Trump’s administration. A federal court ruled to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Cameroonians in the U.S., allowing possible deportation. The ruling affects approximately 7,900 Cameroonians…
The Republic of Benin has designated acclaimed American director Spike Lee and his wife, Tonya Lewis Lee, as thematic ambassadors to the Afro-descendant diaspora in the United States. The president of Benin has named Spike Lee and Tonya Lewis Lee thematic ambassadors to the Afro-descendant diaspora in the U.S. This initiative is part of Benin’s…
Countries like Algeria, Madagascar, and Zimbabwe have banned both the import and cultivation of GMOs. In contrast, South Africa permits commercial GMO farming, producing modified maize, soybeans, and cotton. Countries such as Algeria, Madagascar, and Zimbabwe have banned GMO cultivation citing biodiversity risks. Some nations, including South Africa, permit GMO farming, while others like Nigeria…
