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Aviation groups reject new airline fees for border security programs
Global and regional aviation bodies urge African governments to avoid charging airlines for the implementation of border security data systems.
Okonjo-Iweala Urges Nigeria and Africa to Process Minerals Locally Before Export
WTO DG Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala and CBN Governor Olayemi Cardoso advocate for local mineral processing, internal trade integration, and economic reform to secure Africa’s place in the global green energy market.
Flutterwave Earns Spot on CNBC and Statista’s Global Fintech Leaderboard
Flutterwave has been recognized as one of the world's top fintech companies by CNBC and Statista, highlighting its decade-long impact on African financial infrastructure.
US to End Visa Services at 25 African Diplomatic Posts by 2026
Effective August 1, 2026, the US will stop routine visa services at 25 African diplomatic posts, including Abuja, moving processing to regional hubs to improve security and efficiency.
US to Terminate Routine Visa Operations in Abuja and 24 African Cities
The US State Department plans to move routine visa services to regional hubs, impacting operations in Abuja and 24 other African cities starting August 2026.
S&P Global Acquires Controlling Interest in Agusto & Co.
S&P Global is set to acquire a majority stake in the Pan-African rating agency Agusto & Co. to improve credit transparency and expand its influence in African debt markets.
Nigeria’s Millionaire Count Drops by 47% Yet Remains Fourth in Africa
Nigeria has seen its millionaire population drop by 47% over the last ten years, yet it remains Africa's fourth-largest market for high-net-worth individuals.
Abuja Hosts ATU Summit: Africa Urged to Adopt Unity for Digital Growth
African leaders and telecom experts gathered in Abuja for the ATU Conference of Plenipotentiaries to champion regional unity and collaborative policy-making in the global digital economy.
Aliko Dangote Plans to Commit One-Third of Wealth to Philanthropy
Aliko Dangote is set to donate one-third of his massive fortune to charitable causes, a decision his daughter Halima says will secure his philanthropic legacy for future generations.
Concerns grow in Cameroon as President Paul Biya remains abroad for 48 days
President Paul Biya's 48-day absence in Switzerland has ignited fears of an institutional vacuum in Cameroon, prompting opposition demands for clarity amid ongoing government delays and succession uncertainty.