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South Africa's economy faces an uphill battle as growth stagnates
IOL
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June 5, 2025
South Africa’s economy remains under significant strain, with gross domestic product (GDP) growth lagging behind population increases over the past decade. According to the OECD Economic Survey: South Africa 2025, economic output grew by a mere...
eHealth Africa & BellaNaija Unpack “Edutainment” As A Future-Forward Solution for Africa’s Youth Dividend
Bella Naija
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June 5, 2025
eHealth Africa, a non-profit organisation with a programmatic presence in 21 countries, building stronger health systems in Africa through data-driven solutions joined forces with BellaNaija, Africa’s leading tech-driven media platform, at the...
AU fumes as Trump imposes travel ban on seven African countries, others
Premium Times
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June 5, 2025
The African Union Commission has warned that the arbitrary travel restrictions imposed on some African countries by the US government could strain decades-long diplomatic relations between the two sides. The commission said this in a statement on...
F1’s return to Africa: will legacy, ambition, or diplomacy win the race?
Joy FM
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June 5, 2025
There’s a new motorsport arms race unfolding on the continent, one with global attention and local pride at stake. South Africa’s iconic Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit is edging closer to an F1 comeback. Recently granted the green light for FIA Grade...
DP World, JP Morgan in deal to boost trade finance availability
Gulf Industry Magazine
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DP World Trade Finance and JP Morgan are collaborating to improve access to working capital in emerging markets, where supply chain disruptions and limited credit continue to hinder trade. The deal comes at a time when the world is facing a $2.5...
UAE’s rise as a global financial hub–insights from Michael Reza Pacha
Digital Journal
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June 5, 2025
Photo courtesy of Michael Reza Pacha Opinions expressed by Digital Journal contributors are their own. Dubai and Abu Dhabi used to be primarily associated with oil, skyscrapers, and tourism. Now, the UAE is confidently establishing itself in a new...
Saudi Arabia, UAE top investors in high-quality office fit-outs: JLL
Eye of Riyadh
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Saudi Arabia and UAE rank among the top countries globally in terms of investment in high-quality office fit-outs, a recent study by JLL revealed. The average cost in both countries exceeds $2,400 per square meter, well above the global average of...
Iran trying to expand influence in Africa to tackle Israel
I24 News
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In a massive escalation of tensions, Iran attacked Israel last year with over 200 ballistic missiles, raising the stakes in two direct attacks for the first time in history after months of letting its proxies in the region fight the Jewish state....
Renaissance Africa Energy meets Minister of Economy, Wale Edun
Prompt News Online
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June 5, 2025
…Reiterates commitment to continue to increase production The Chairman of Renaissance Africa Energy Company Limited, Dr. Layi Fatona, led a team of company executives, including Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Tony Attah, on a...
Designing for financial inclusion in Africa: Lessons from redesigning UBA’s banking platforms
Business Day
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June 5, 2025
When I first got involved in redesigning UBA’s digital banking platforms, the brief was simple: improve the app look, work faster, and feel modern. But very quickly, the project took on a deeper meaning. It became personal. It wasn’t just about...
Former African presidents on trial: Good governance or vengeance?
Global Voices
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June 5, 2025
In Africa, many former presidents are being held to account by their countries’ justice systems, but is this a sign of good governance, or is it motivated by a desire for political vengeance? The mismanagement of state affairs at the highest...
Tinubu commissions $350m World Class African Medical Centre of Excellence
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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June 5, 2025
The federal government has commissioned the $350 million World Class African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE), a medical facility developed by Afreximbank in conjunction with King’s College Hospital London with the support of other partners....
SA Rugby reveals how their financial future is looking compared to global rivals
Planet Rugby
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June 5, 2025
The South African Rugby Union (SARU) are on course to buck the global trend and report a profit of more than ZAR 100m (c.GBP4.1m) for this year. South Africa’s decision to continue its investment into membership in rugby competitions in the...
Indiana’s Surprise Finals Run Spotlights Pascal Siakam’s Journey And The NBA’s Growing Return On Its African Investment
Forbes
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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - MAY 31: Pascal Siakam #43 of the Indiana Pacers celebrates the 125-108 win ... More against the New York Knicks in Game Six of the Eastern Conference Finals of the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on May 31, 2025...
Billboard & Global Venture Partners Launch Billboard Africa
Billboard
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June 5, 2025
Billboard has partnered with Global Venture Partners, a Dubai-based venture capital firm focused on fostering economic growth across Africa and the Middle East, to launch Billboard Africa. Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See...
Zenith Bank Named Nigeria’s Best Bank For Fifth Time In Six 6Yrs
Daily Independent
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June 5, 2025
5 Zenith Bank Plc has secured the “Best Bank in Nigeria” title at the Global Finance Best Banks Awards 2025, marking its fifth victory in this category over six years. The Nigerian financial institution was recognized alongside winners from 36...
Tuggar: Greater Economic and Regional Integration in West Africa Require Collaboration of All Countries in Sub-Region
Arise News
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June 5, 2025
Foreign Affairs Minister, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar has said in order to achieve greater economic and regional integration in West Africa, there is urgent need for more collaboration among countries in the sub-region. Tuggar also stressed the need...
Africa File, June 5, 2025: JNIM Offensive Across the Sahel; IS Somalia Down but Not Out; IS Central Africa Targets Uganda; IS Mozambique Threatens US and Western LNG Projects
Critical Threats - Washington D.C.
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Starlink disconnects South African users as regulators clamp down on grey market access
Techpoint Africa
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June 5, 2025
The news: Starlink has suspended South African accounts accessing its service via international roaming. The disconnection follows pressure from South Africa’s telecoms regulator, ICASA. Starlink has no local licence due to compliance challenges...
Africa’s $4-trillion capital could fund infrastructure, says AFC
BusinessLIVE
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Nairobi — African governments should turn to an estimated $4-trillion in capital held by domestic institutions such as pension funds to develop much-needed local infrastructure as external funding sources wane, the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC)...