The embassies of France, Italy, Germany, the UK and the USA issued a Joint Statement yesterday on the independence of Libya’s Audit Bureau. The statement read: ‘‘The Audit Bureau is a vital institu...
By Adedapo Adesanya The NASD Over-the-Counter (OTC) Securities Exchange rose by marginal 0.02 per cent on Tuesday, March 25 spurred by a boost in the price of 11 Plc. At the close of business, the sha...
Have you ever stepped out of the shower feeling fresh, only to notice that your armpits still smell bad? Even layering deodorant, roll-on or perfume doesn't seem to help...
By Adedapo Adesanya The Naira witnessed a 0.09 per cent or N1.37 depreciation on the US Dollar at the Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market (NAFEM) on Tuesday, March 25, closing at N1,533.66/$1...
By Adedapo Adesanya The oil market was mixed on Tuesday as a truce between Russia and Ukraine offset concerns about tighter global supply due to threatened US tariffs on countries buying Venezuelan pr...
The forum says the appointment of the five was flawed....
About 100 municipalities across the country were found to have violated the act...
By Dipo Olowookere Interest in financial stocks at the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Limited persisted on Tuesday, helping the bourse to remain in the green territory at the close of transactions. Business...
The talks centered on the production downturn in the manufacturing and mining industries....
Ramokgopa says an initial investment of R1.2 billion will be set aside to fund the project....
If there's one thing that can turn a lifetime of hard work into ashes in minutes, it's fire. For example, in the last two months we've witnessed fires at Sigona and Limuru golf clubs yet, in Kenya....
What makes an organisation truly excel? Is it cutting-edge technology, innovative strategies, or a highly skilled workforce?...
How can we be talking about starting a business and already discussing how to exit? It may seem counterintuitive....
Ecobank Kenya has strengthened its capital base with a $27 million (Sh3.5 billion) boost to support business growth in the country and the East African region....
Kenya's largest bank by assets, KCB Group, has announced a strategic move to bolster its digital capabilities by acquiring a 75% stake in Riverbank Solutions Ltd, a homegrown fintech firm....
There is need for urgent policy action to address the growing challenge of electronic waste (e-waste) in the region....
Bangkok’s Gaggan claims the title of The Best Restaurant in Asia, sponsored by S.Pellegrino & Acqua Panna Bangkok and Tokyo lead the rankings with nine entries each Chef Tam’s Seasons...
Proposed a Final Dividend of HK10.0 cents per share Highlights: Revenue increased by 8.2% to approximately HK$2,805.1 million. Gross profit increased by 10.6% to approximately HK$1,028.0 million. Oper...
BERLIN, GERMANY – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 March 2025 – Zeagoo Europe is set to launch its highly anticipated Spring/Summer 2025 promotion, running from March 25 to March 31, und...
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Neswire – 26 March 2025 – Great World Residences, formerly known as Great World Serviced Apartments, proudly announces its new name and refreshed brand ide...
Global Water Center (GWC) has started the launch of a new project aimed at improving access to safely managed water across East Africa....
The decision by the health ministry has received criticism from the cannabis and hemp industry....
Maila says money allocated to departments must be used for the benefit of the public....
The consequent budget was tabled with a 1% point increase over two financial years....
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has called on Kenyans to take a firm stand against corruption, warning that the country is at a critical economic juncture due to mounting debt....
The dollar has weakened on fears that tariffs will slow the US economy...
By Aduragbemi Omiyale A leading global ride-hailing platform operating in 48 countries worldwide, including Nigeria, inDrive, recently rewarded some of its drivers for being active in the month of Ram...
By Adedapo Adesanya The Senate is investigating all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) and even infrastructural development across the country to determine their level of compliance with Sec...
Motherhood in Nigeria is a dynamic force fueled by strength, resilience, and unwavering love. As Mother’s Day approaches, we celebrate the women who carry the weight of their families and commun...
MEC for Finance, Francois Rodgers presented the provincial budget of R158.8 billion....
By Adedapo Adesanya Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Monday raided a Ponzi scheme academy and arrested 133 suspects in the nation’s capital, Abuja. According...
By Modupe Gbadeyanka The sum of N11 million has been won by at least 131 women in the 5 for 5 promo of Wema Bank Plc at a highly anticipated women’s month draw held on Friday, March 21, 2025, in Aba,...
The Attorney General’s Office reported yesterday that four defendants belonging to a network engaged in smuggling migrants and human trafficking in the city of Zalla were detained, pending further...
On the bustling streets of Nairobi, where the city's dark alleys hum with activity, groups of Kenyans-young and old-gather casually, drink in hand, indulging in their favorite street delicacies....
The Kakuzi board of directors has recommended a Sh8 dividend per share after the agricultural firm reported a loss of Sh130.4 million for the year ended December 2024....
By Adedapo Adesanya The Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) shared a total of N1.678 trillion in March 2025 to the three tiers of government as federation allocation from the revenue genera...
KCB Group is set to acquire up to 75 per cent shareholding in financial technology firm Riverbank Solutions Ltd, following the signing of a binding agreement....
By Adedapo Adesanya The 1.7 million barrels of jet fuel exported from the Dangote refinery in Lagos, Nigeria, have arrived at US ports, according to data from ship-tracking service, Kpler. It was repo...
By Modupe Gbadeyanka Some business owners into exportation in Nigeria recently gathered in for a 5-day intensive program focused on equipping entrepreneurs with the skills and knowledge needed to expl...
By Adedapo Adesanya The United States Coast Guard has commended Nigeria for considerable progress in implementing the International Ships and Ports Facility Security (ISPS) Code. The commendation came...
For gambling enthusiasts, football has become one of the most popular sports for betting. If you want to combine your passion for football with the opportunity to earn money, then Melbet Nigeria is yo...
The real obstacle to holding Libyan elections is not the security situation, but the absence of consensual and fair electoral laws, Tripoli based Libyan prime minister Abdel Hamid Aldabaiba said y...
Agriculture Ministry declares zero tolerance for False Codling Moth, vows full compliance with new EU regulations taking effect April 26; Kenya earned Sh72.1b from flower exports to the EU in 2024...
Cosatu was the first at the public hearings to call for the removal of VAT hikes...
Tanzania has officially introduced Prof. Mohamed Janabi for WHO Africa Director candidacy. Prof Janabi is a member of faculty at Medical University of South Carolina, USA,...
Kenya Breweries Limited got a reprieve after the Tax Tribunal dismissed Kenya Revenue Authority's demand for more than Sh486.2 million tax....
By Adedapo Adesanya One of Nigeria’s shining fintechs, Paystack, has forayed into the personal banking space with the launch of Zap. The firm is betting on making transfers easy and faster as it...
By Aduragbemi Omiyale As part of its commitment to nurturing well-rounded future leaders through sports, discipline, and teamwork, the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Group Plc recently partnered with The Ath...
The UNDP Libya revealed that its Libya Accelerator Lab is to approach Libya’s longstanding economic diversification challenge in an innovative way through strategic foresight. Economic diversificat...
Currently, Kenya leads the region by generating 754 megawatts of geothermal power, with plans to double its green energy power sources to 1,500 megawatts by the year 2034....
Food lies at the heart of all malnutrition, whether it's wasting, anemia, type 2 diabetes, or obesity. Quantity matters, of course, but quality and safety are just as critical....
One of the leading sea shipping companies in the world, with several regular services to Libya, the Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), announced earlier this month that prices of shipments from...
UN says South Sudan is experiencing mass displacement of communities, rising tensions and attacks on civilians. On March 4th, White Army – a...
By Aduragbemi Omiyale There are strong indications that the prices of solar panels in Nigeria may soon jump at the markets as the federal government is considering stopping its importation to boost lo...
By Adedapo Adesanya The NASD Over-the-Counter (OTC) Securities Exchange crumbled by 0.57 per cent on Monday, March 24 after four stocks on the trading platform closed lower. Okitipupa Plc gave up N22....
Limpopo Finance MEC Kgabo Mahoai delivers the provincial budget....
Northern Cape Finance MEC Venus Blennies delivers the provincial budget....
Eastern Cape Finance MEC Mlungisi Mvoko delivers the provincial budget....
By Adedapo Adesanya The Naira opened the week stronger against the US Dollar in the Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market (NAFEX) and the black market segments on Tuesday, March 11. In the offic...
The President of the Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF), Uyi Akpata, has made an optimistic statement. According to him, cricket will become one of Nigeria’s top three recognized sports. If these...
Kenyan avocado exporter Kakuzi PLC suffered $1M net loss in 2024 due to the Red Sea shipping crisis, a stronger Kenyan shilling and climate-related production cuts....
By Adedapo Adesanya Crude oil prices went up by 1 per cent on Monday after the US President, Mr Donald Trump, threatened to impose a 25 per cent tariff on countries buying the oil and gas from Venezue...
KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) Finance MEC Francois Rodgers delivers the province's budget....
By Dipo Olowookere A 0.56 per cent growth was recorded by the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Limited on Monday, boosted by renewed bargain-hunting by investors. Business Post observed buying interest in the...
SAOU Northern Cape not optimistic about the budget speech that will be tabled....
The union has convened a three-day bargaining conference which started in Sandton, Johannesburg....
Notably, Equity Group, Kenya's largest lender by customer base, and other mid-tier banks are yet to release their financials, suggesting the overall sector performance could be even more robust....
GUANGYUAN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 March 2025 – On March 12, marking the 47th Arbor Day of China, the “Shu Road Cuiyun Corridor Ancient Cypress Conservation Handov...
MongoDB Atlas now available on AWS Regions in Malaysia and Thailand // Local availability empowers businesses across the region—including Botnoi and EasyEat—to innovate and improve user experiences SI...
Amaris B. Clinic releases insights into gynecomastia cases, proving the condition affects men of all races in Singapore. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 March 2025 – Gynecomastia,...
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 March 2025 – Eternity Waterproofing, a leading waterproofing company in Singapore, has announced a strategic partnership with internationally renow...
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 March 2025 – SUNRATE, the global payment and treasury management platform, today announced the launch of its maritime payments solution, aime...
Luxury beauty brand SWISS REJU is Hong Kong’s No.1 Best Body Slimming and Contouring Provider, according to Sunday More Beauty 100 Award Annual Rankings. HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach New...
Revolutionizing Fashion: FabriX Leads the Digital Shift from Hong Kong to the World Redefining How Fashion is Created, Experienced & Sold HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 M...
Group reinforces commitment to growth and risk management with new appointment HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 March 2025 – WRISE Singapore today announced the appointme...
Aspire partners with global top tier VCs to launch a programme to empower early stage founders with the knowledge, resources and investor connections to fundraise with confidence. SINGAPORE – Me...
An ageing workforce in the public sector has been cited as one of the key reasons why investment firms concentrate their assets under management in government paper....
After losing twice in the elections, Chege Kirundi was third-time lucky when he finally won the Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) chairmanship in January this year....
The budget that will be delivered by Limpopo Treasury MEC, Kgabo Mahoai on Tuesday....
Numsa convened its three-day bargaining conference in Sandton....
In a significant development for Africa’s digital commerce ecosystem, Logidoo continues to transform the logistics landscape with its flagship platform, Afridoo. The e-commerce logistics solutio...
Masondo says there is a serious need for the country to attract foreign direct investment....
By Prince Charles Dickson PhD The desert does not care for your prayers. It swallows them whole, along with your sweat, doubts, and wallet weight. Yet here we were—Nigerians in Jordan, then Israel, tr...
By Adedapo Adesanya Somalia has formally joined the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), becoming the 53rd African member state of the African multilateral financial institution. Somalia has been...
By Adedapo Adesanya Shareholders of the United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc may receive a final dividend of N3.00 per share if approved at the next Annual General Meeting (AGM). The cash reward if for th...
By Aduragbemi Omiyale The 2025 camp meeting of Dominion City Church will commence from Thursday, April 17 to Monday, April 21 at Golden Heart Place, Km 22, Lekki-Epe Expressway, beside Lagos Business...
Damaris Mutinda, a safety dispatcher at Standard Gauge Railway's Afristar Dispatch Centre, is proving that resilience and determination can overcome gender stereotypes....
By Modupe Gbadeyanka Three hundred business owners in the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector of the economy have been admitted into the inaugural Growth Factory Accelerator Programme of MSME Afr...
By Adedapo Adesanya The NASD Over-the-Counter (OTC) Securities Exchange, for the second consecutive week, ended in the negative region, shedding 8.67 per cent in Week 12 of 2025. In the week under rev...
Laser-powered Taara Lightbridge, an firm owned by Google, is competing with Elon Musk’s Starlink to advance access to internet services in Africa. <spa...
By Aduragbemi Omiyale A leading telecommunications company, MTN Nigeria Communications Limited, has been fined N840 million by a Federal High Court sitting in Lagos over an infringement case brought a...
The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (Epra) is fast-tracking three key Bills that are expected to address the frequent power outage and safety issues in the country....
By Aduragbemi Omiyale The embargo earlier placed on the shares of Mutual Benefits Assurance Plc by the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Limited has been lifted. The suspension was removed last Thursday, allowi...
By Adedapo Adesanya The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has once again vowed that market operators engaging in unscrupulous activities would not be allowed to go unpunished. The Director-Gene...
By Adedapo Adesanya A Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) known as Save the Consumers has condemned the 21 per cent subscription price hike by MultiChoice Nigeria on its DStv and GOtv services in the...
Cryptocurrency fraud is rising across Africa, with scammers exploiting regulatory gaps and the rapid adoption of digital currencies....
By Timi Olubiyi, PhD The number of small businesses keeps growing in the formal and informal sectors of the Nigerian economy, due to the role of small businesses as the live-wire of any economy and th...
By Modupe Gbadeyanka Making payments for at malls, restaurants, petrol stations, and other places have now been made seamless by Verve through its contactless cards, which are now available to custome...
South Africa’s ambassador Ebrahim Rasool turned a humiliating diplomatic snub into a defiant triumph, greeted by roaring crowds in Cape Town. Why did the U.S...
By Adedapo Adesanya The Amnesty International has called for a thorough, independent investigation into the allegation made by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against the Senate President, Mr Goodwill...