Millions of people have been displaced globally due to conflict, violence, and persecution, making them refugees on foreign soil, including within Africa. Millions of people globally displaced due to conflict, violence, and persecution. Higher precipitation levels and floods are key factors driving refugee flows within Africa Refugees in emerging market economies face worse labor market…
Russia and Nigeria have entered a fresh chapter of bilateral ties, marked by increased collaboration in commerce, defense, and finance. A significant development is the planned establishment of a new regular shipping line between Novorossiysk, an important Russian port on the Black Sea, and Lagos. Russia and Nigeria are increasing collaboration in commerce, defense, and…
As the Church and the world mourns, attention is already turning to who might succeed Pope Francis. One of the names generating buzz is Peter Turkson, 76, from Ghana. Pope Francis has passed away at the age of 88 after 12 years as pope. Peter Turkson from Ghana is being considered as a potential candidate,…
For African countries, generating a big volume of natural gas is a strategic asset that typically comes with energy security, economic development, geopolitical influence, and regional integration. Business Insider Africa presents the top 10 African countries that produce the most natural gas in 2025. This list is courtesy of Global Firepower. Algeria ranks number 1…
The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), a South African leftist political party, have strongly rejected recent U.S. Senate allegations against Burkina Faso’s President, Captain Ibrahim Traoré. The EFF strongly rejects recent U.S. Senate allegations against Burkina Faso’s President, Captain Ibrahim Traoré General Langley, Commander of AFRICOM, alleged that Burkina Faso’s mineral revenues were being used to…
South Sudan is looking to converse with Washington, D.C, concerning the deportation of over 100 Sudanese people from the United States. South Sudan to send delegation to Washington, D.C. regarding deportation of over 100 Sudanese people from the US. Delegation, led by Finance Minister Marial Dongrin Ater, aims to facilitate an orderly and legal return…
Turkey is in negotiations to explore oil and gas opportunities in Bulgaria and is also planning similar activities in Iraq and Libya. Turkey is in negotiations to explore oil and gas opportunities in Bulgaria, Iraq, and Libya. Libya and Iraq are also targeted for exploration opportunities by TPAO. Libya recently launched its first energy tender…
African nations may face growing pressure amid escalating global tensions, following a stark warning from China linked to its intensifying tariff dispute with the United States. China warns of retaliation against countries signing trade agreements with U.S. at its expense African nations face pressure as they weigh benefits of diversifying trade partnerships against risk of…
Coal has long been a foundational element of Africa’s energy and industrial development. Africa’s coal reserves are estimated to be hundreds of billions of tons, with South Africa leading the continent as its largest producer and consumer. Business Insider Africa presents the top 10 African countries with the highest coal reserves in 2025. The list…
