South Korea Kospi Hits Record High as Asian Markets Trade Mixed on Iran Peace Hopes
South Korea’s benchmark Kospi index surged to a fresh record high on Tuesday, leading gains across Asian markets as trading…
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Capital Markets Urged to Fund Africa’s Creative Economy — Kwairanga Pushes for New Investment Class
African capital markets have been urged to expand their investment focus beyond traditional sectors such as oil, banking, and manufacturing,…
Oil Prices Rise as US Strikes in Iran Stall Peace Deal Hopes, Global Stocks Turn Mixed
Global oil prices climbed on Tuesday while stock markets showed mixed performance, as renewed U.S. military strikes in southern Iran…
UK Exempts Nigeria from Russian Fuel Sanctions Tightening Amid Global Energy Shift
The United Kingdom has exempted Nigeria from stricter compliance checks under its updated sanctions regime targeting fuel products refined from…
Nigeria, Turkey Seal Mining Partnership to Boost Investment and Solid Minerals Development
Nigeria has taken another step toward attracting foreign investment into its mining industry after signing a landmark memorandum of understanding…
Nigeria’s Economic Pulse: NBS GDP Report, AfDB Meetings, Dangote Refinery IPO and Key Business Moves to Watch This Week
Nigeria and the wider African business landscape are set for a packed week of economic signals and high-level policy discussions,…
Oil Prices May Crash as Iran–US Peace Talks Signal Possible Reopening of Strait of Hormuz
Global oil markets may be heading for a major shake-up as renewed Iran–US peace talks raise hopes of reopening the…
Google Faces AI Security Scrutiny as Experts Warn Businesses Against Emerging Threats
As businesses race to adopt artificial intelligence, experts are warning that security can no longer be treated as an afterthought.…
European Markets Rise as Stocks Open Higher Despite Puig Collapse and Global Oil Shock
European stock markets opened Friday on a positive note, with major indices posting gains despite growing geopolitical tension and mixed…
Risks of Poor AI Adoption in Africa: ipNX Warns Firms on Data, Infrastructure Gaps
Artificial intelligence may be transforming industries across the globe, but experts are warning that rushing into adoption without proper foundations…
How Elon Musk Will Expand His Control Through the SpaceX IPO and What It Means for Investors
Elon Musk is already known for his dominant influence over the companies he leads, and the upcoming SpaceX IPO appears…
FG, Meta Unveil “GovGuide Nigeria” AI Chatbot to Transform Access to Public Services Across Nigeria
The Federal Government has partnered with Meta to launch GovGuide Nigeria, an artificial intelligence-powered chatbot designed to make access to…
Crude Oil Prices Drop on US–Iran Peace Deal Signals as Markets React to Geopolitical Shift
Global oil prices slipped on Thursday as optimism grew over a possible breakthrough in peace negotiations between the United States…
Lenovo Shares Surge Nearly 20% as AI Revenue Fuels Record-Breaking Earnings
Lenovo has posted one of its strongest financial performances in years, sending its shares soaring nearly 20% on Friday. The…
African Marketplace 2026 Heads to Dubai to Attract Global Investors and Showcase Afro-Caribbean Excellence
African Marketplace is set to return in a bigger and more ambitious edition in 2026, with organisers confirming Dubai as…
European Stocks Swing on Iran Nuclear Tensions as Geopolitical Fears Shake Markets
European stock markets ended Thursday on a shaky but slightly positive note as investors reacted to fresh geopolitical tension surrounding…
Asia-Pacific Markets Rally as Investors Weigh U.S.-Iran Peace Deal Prospects
Asia-Pacific stock markets ended Friday on a strong note as investors reacted positively to ongoing diplomatic efforts between the United…
One Market, One Future: Reframing Africa’s Economic Potential
Africa’s economic future may depend less on the strength of individual countries and more on the continent’s ability to operate…
Europe Markets Rise as Eutelsat Surges 12% Amid SpaceX Rivalry and Geopolitical Tension
European stock markets edged slightly higher on Thursday as investors balanced optimism in the tech and aerospace sector with concerns…
Europe Needs €475 Billion 5G Investment to Close Digital Gap as Global Leaders Pull Ahead
Europe’s ambition to become a global digital leader is facing a major financial reality check, as new analysis from GSMA…
Nigeria-UK Trade Hits £7.6bn as Crude Oil Exports Strengthen Economic Ties in 2025
Nigeria’s trade relationship with the United Kingdom recorded a major boost in 2025, reaching a total value of £7.6bn, largely…
World Bank Group Targets $23bn Private Capital Push to Power Africa’s Jobs and Infrastructure Growth
The World Bank Group has announced an ambitious plan to mobilise around $23 billion in private capital for Africa, in…
Oil Prices Slip to $105 as US–Iran Peace Talks Ease Middle East Tensions
Global oil prices slipped on Wednesday as Brent crude fell to $105 per barrel, reflecting growing optimism over ongoing peace…
SpaceX IPO Filing Reveals $1.75T Ambition and AI Push
SpaceX, the aerospace giant founded by Elon Musk over two decades ago, has officially released its long-awaited IPO filing, setting…
Dangote Refinery Expands Jet Fuel Exports Across Europe as Global Supply Tightens
Nigeria’s Dangote Refinery is rapidly strengthening its footprint in the global aviation fuel market, with fresh data showing a major…
Dangote Refinery Listing to Open Africa’s Industrial Future to Investors
President of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has revealed that the planned listing of Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals on…
Africa Set to Receive $6.4 Billion Annual Investment Guarantees as World Bank Arm Moves to Unlock Private Capital
Africa is set for a major boost in development financing as the World Bank’s Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA) plans…
How Africa’s misaligned gas commercial model hurts its economies
Across Africa, a strange economic contradiction is unfolding: countries rich in natural gas reserves continue to suffer widespread energy poverty.…
Nigeria’s AI Adoption Lags Behind Global Average as Infrastructure Gaps Deepen Digital Divide
Nigeria is falling behind in the global artificial intelligence race, according to a new Microsoft report that highlights a widening…
South African Pension Fund Targets Dangote Refinery IPO as African Investors Eye Energy Mega-Project
African institutional investors are showing strong interest in the upcoming Dangote Refinery IPO, as representatives of South Africa’s Government Employees…