Human Rights Watch raises alarm over Niger Republic’s new terrorism database
A new Niger government ordinance creating a database of people suspected of terrorism undermines fundamental rights enshrined in national and...
M-KOPA reaches 5 million customers, unlocking $1.5bn in credit in Nigeria, Ghana, others
M-KOPA, a leading emerging market fintech, announced that it has surpassed five million customers across Kenya, Uganda, Nigeria, Ghana and...
FEC approves construction of 40 houses for judges in FCT, key road projects
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) Monday approved the construction of 49 houses for judges in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).Minister...
3 winners announced at United States-Tanzania tech challenge
Three organizations, Jamiii Forums, Smart Foundry Ltd., and The Launchpad Tanzania were today named the winners of the U.S.-Tanzania Tech...
Uganda: Telecoms in trouble again over fake sims
The Minister of ICT and National Guidance, Dr Chris Baryomunsi, has said that telecommunication companies will be investigated, with a...
HoS seeks collaboration with personnel management institute on civil service reforms
The Head of Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs Didi Esther Walson-Jack, has solicited the cooperation of the Chartered Institute...
We’re building strong business-friendly economy, says Tinubu as Coca-Cola announces $1bn investment in Nigeria
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reiterated his administration’s commitment to creating a robust financial system and a business-friendly economy that...
Tinubu cancels 79th UNGA trip, Shettima to lead Nigeria’s delegation
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu would not attend the 79th United Nations General Assembly session in New York this year.The president...
Bashir Abubakar Umar: Young Nigerian entrepreneur driving economic growth
Alhaji Bashir Abubakar Umar, the Chairman of Hilts Group of Companies Limited, is a shining example of what it means...
Somalia rings the bell to invest in women
The Somali Stock Exchange, in partnership with UN Women Somalia, hosted the ‘Ring the Bell for Gender Equality’ event on...
