Nigeria is set to launch two major lithium processing factories this year marking a shift from raw mineral exports towards adding value domestically. Nigeria is planning to inaugurate two large lithium processing plants this year, advancing its mineral processing capabilities. The plants include a $600 million facility near Kaduna-Niger border and a $200 million refinery…
Uganda has immediately terminated all military and defense cooperation with Germany, sparking concerns about potential diplomatic repercussions between the East African country and one of Europe’s key powers. Uganda has announced the immediate termination of military and defense cooperation with Germany. The decision was attributed to alleged subversive activities linked to Germany’s Ambassador to Uganda,…
Many of the world’s fastest-growing cities in 2024 were right here in Africa. Though their share of the global economy remains relatively modest for now, the momentum is rising. Business Insider Africa presents the top 10 best African cities in 2025 The list is courtesy of Oxford Economics’ Global Cities Index. Many of the world’s…
Forty-seven Nigerian medical students who were evacuated from Sudan amid the country’s civil conflict in 2023 are reportedly uncertain about their professional futures, as they struggle to meet the documentation requirements for licensing exams in Nigeria. Forty-seven Nigerian medical students evacuated from Sudan in 2023 are facing challenges The students, formerly under Sudan International University,…
Africa’s technological landscape is undergoing a remarkable transformation, with several cities emerging as dynamic hubs of innovation, entrepreneurship, and digital advancement. Business Insider Africa presents Sub-Saharan Africa’s top 7 fastest-growing tech cities in 2025 The ranking is courtesy the 2025 Global Tech Ecosystem Index by Dealroom Lagos, Nairobi, and Cape Town are among the prominent…
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is aiming to finalize a major minerals agreement with the United States by the end of June, according to senior Congolese officials. The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is negotiating a minerals agreement with the United States aimed at finalizing by the end of June. This deal seeks to…
The European Union (EU) announced an investigation into the prevalence of counterfeit goods entering West Africa and beyond, with findings identifying Nigerian seaports as a major conduit for this illicit trade that infiltrates international markets. The EU has launched an investigation into counterfeit goods prevalence in West Africa, identifying Nigeria as a major transit and…
Chad has reached a staff-level agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) as it seeks to secure a four-year Extended Credit Facility (ECF) program valued at approximately $630 million. Chad has reached a staff-level agreement with the IMF for a prospective four-year Extended Credit Facility program worth $630 million. If approved by the IMF, the…
Three African cities have emerged as some of the fastest-growing tech hubs in the world, according to the 2025 Global Tech Ecosystem Index by Dealroom.co, indicating Africa’s expanding footprint in the global tech scene. Africa’s technological landscape is rapidly evolving, highlighting key innovation hubs. Lagos is named the world’s fastest-growing tech ecosystem according to the…
