Chevron Corp. and TotalEnergies SE are among 37 global energy firms vying for exploration rights in Libya’s first energy tender as the North African nation seeks to restore its battered oil sector and attract foreign investment. Chevron Corp. and TotalEnergies SE are among 37 firms competing for Libya’s energy exploration rights. Libya seeks to rejuvenate…
A helicopter belonging to the Ugandan military has crashed at the international airport in Mogadishu, Somalia’s capital. A Ugandan military helicopter crashed at Aden Adde International Airport in Mogadishu, Somalia. Emergency services quickly extinguished a fire that erupted after the crash. Ugandan forces are supporting Somalia in combating the al-Shabaab insurgency alongside African Union peacekeepers.…
A nation’s decision to bolster its military strength has additional urgency and nuanced relevance in a world characterized by instability and violent conflicts. Business Insider Africa presents the top 10 fastest-growing military forces in 2025. This list is courtesy of GlobalFirePower. France ranks number 1 on the list. Growing military might is no longer only…
After months of uncertainty, the U.S. government has officially dissolved the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), transferring all foreign aid programs to the State Department. The U.S. government has dissolved USAID, transferring its operations to the State Department starting July 1. This decision marks a significant shift in U.S. foreign aid strategy, especially impacting…
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved a $474.6 million loan to South Africa to support critical upgrades to the country’s transport and energy infrastructure. The African Development Bank (AfDB) approved a $474.6 million loan to South Africa for infrastructure projects. This funding supports South Africa’s transport and energy sectors as part of its reconstruction…
Starting January next year, Uganda will require all fuel distributors to blend locally produced ethanol into the petrol sold across the country. Uganda will require fuel dealers to blend ethanol into petrol starting next year. This aims to reduce the country’s $2 billion annual petroleum import bill and promote cleaner energy. The blending process will…
Telecommunication companies in Ghana have begun rolling out increased data allocations following a government directive aimed at improving internet affordability. Customers will now receive between 10% and 15% more data at no additional cost, under a policy that took effect on Tuesday, 1 July 2025. Telecommunication companies in Ghana have introduced increased data allocations following…
A new national poll by Global InfoAnalytics has revealed a sharp increase in optimism among Ghanaians regarding the country’s direction, with 70% of voters now expressing confidence that Ghana is on the right path. A recent poll shows increased optimism among Ghanaians regarding the country’s direction. 70% of participants expressed confidence, up from 62% in…
Acute hunger is emerging as one of Africa’s most critical humanitarian problems, with millions of people facing acute food shortages. Business Insider Africa presents the top 5 African countries with the highest number of food-insecure people. This list is courtesy of a report by the UN. Nigeria ranks number 1 on the list. What makes…
