A number of African nations have been identified as having the highest risk for business-related bribery, according to the latest TRACE Bribery Risk Matrix. The TRACE Bribery Risk Matrix 2025 ranks countries on bribery risk in business contexts. Several African nations face the highest bribery risks due to weak institutional frameworks. Business integrity is linked…
Lesego Chombo, Miss Botswana 2022 and the current Miss World Africa 2024 has become the youngest cabinet minister in Botswana’s history at the age of 27 after she was recently appointed Minister of Youth and Gender by President Duma Boko. Lesego Chombo, Miss Botswana 2022 and Miss World Africa 2024, has been appointed Botswana’s youngest…
French ex-soldiers may be returning to Africa as part of a private security team put together by US billionaire, Eric Prince to protect mining operations in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). French ex-soldiers are being considered for recruitment to secure mining operations in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This initiative is connected to the…
South Africa is set to appoint a new ambassador to the US following the expulsion of former envoy Ebrahim Rasool in March 2025. International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola has confirmed that President Cyril Ramaphosa will name a successor once Special Envoy Mcebisi Jonas lays the groundwork for restoring bilateral ties. South Africa will appoint a…
Mozambique in recent years has been making large investments in its oil sector, with the goal of transforming its energy environment and boosting economic growth. Mozambique is strategically investing in its oil and gas sector to drive economic growth and enhance energy independence. Petromoc has partnered with Nigeria’s Aiteo to establish Mozambique’s first oil refinery,…
In African countries, where economies are frequently susceptible to both internal inefficiencies and external shocks, preserving a healthy general government balance may support long-term development objectives and unlock a multitude of economic advantages. Business Insider Africa presents the top 10 African countries with the highest amount of spare money in 2025. This list is courtesy…
Egypt’s Suez Canal Authority is considering transit fee discounts of 12% to 15% to revive traffic through the key waterway, which has been severely affected by ongoing regional attacks. The Suez Canal Authority considers transit fee discounts of 12%-15% to boost maritime traffic. Regional attacks have impacted traffic, particularly due to Yemen’s Houthis targeting vessels…
Guinea’s Prime Minister has announced December 2025 as the new date for national elections, aiming to reassure investors during a speech on Monday at the Africa CEO Forum in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. Guinea has announced December 2025 for national elections, aiming to reassure stakeholders and investors. A constitutional referendum is scheduled prior to elections on…
The United States Embassy in Ghana has disclosed that it approved 25,000 visa applications out of a total 61,000 received from Ghanaians seeking to travel for employment, education, or tourism in 2024. The U.S. Embassy in Ghana approved 25,000 visa applications out of 61,000 submissions for 2024. Strict regulations regarding immigration and potential consequences were…
