Russia has intensified its engagement in the Sahel by delivering humanitarian aid to Burkina Faso and preparing a significant wheat shipment to Niger. Russia is increasing humanitarian aid to Burkina Faso and Niger, including 709.5 tons of assistance and 20,000 tons of wheat. Moscow’s actions reflect a strategic approach to enhance ties with African military-led…
Significant progress has been made in recent weeks between the International Monetary Fund and West African nations, specifically Nigeria and Ghana. These African countries have moved the needle concerning their debts to the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Business Insider Africa presents the top 10 African countries with the lowest debt to the IMF in April…
During recent Joint Ministerial Committee meetings Sudan and Russia, two comprehensive geological atlases and technical papers were officially handed over to Sudan’s Minerals Ministry. Sudan has received two geological atlases from Russia aimed to replace lost mining data and aid the country’s mineral sector recovery. Dr. Hind Siddiq, Sudan’s Mineral Resources Undersecretary, initiated the exchange…
The presidents of South Africa and the United States, Cyril Ramaphosa and Donald Trump, on Wednesday, held a meeting at the Oval Office to lay down a path to reconciliation. The presidents of South Africa and the United States, Cyril Ramaphosa and Donald Trump, recently held discussions at the Oval Office to address ongoing tensions.…
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has extended a fresh diplomatic overture to U.S. President Donald Trump amid renewed tensions, following a confrontational media exchange at the White House that caught Ramaphosa off guard. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has extended economic opportunities to the U.S. The offer included South Africa’s critical rare earth minerals to…
A few African countries, currently, are benefiting from relatively low diesel prices, an increasingly unusual occurrence on a continent where fuel costs have skyrocketed owing to several external and internal economic factors. Business Insider Africa presents the top 10 African countries with the lowest diesel prices in May 2025. This list is courtesy of data…
Africa’s startup ecosystem has experienced a profound transformation in recent years, propelled by innovation, increased investment, and the rapid expansion of the digital economy. Business Insider Africa presents the 10 best African countries for Startups The ranking is courtesy StartupBlink’s Global Startup Ecosystem Index 2025! Africa sees regional variations, with Southern and Northern Africa leading…
Social media users in Tanzania may have faced restricted access to the X platform (formerly known as Twitter) following the administration’s decision to shut down the service. The Tanzanian government reportedly restricted access to the X platform (formerly Twitter), raising concerns about digital freedoms. NetBlocks confirmed the disruption on May 20, 2024, indicating service providers…
Philanthropy is becoming an increasingly powerful force in Africa, with African billionaires taking the lead in addressing critical developmental challenges. Philanthropy is gaining significance in Africa, driven by billionaire efforts. Prominent philanthropists include Aliko Dangote, Patrice Motsepe, Strive Masiyiwa, and Mo Ibrahim. These individuals implement culturally sensitive and context-specific initiatives. While many African countries continue…
