India has deployed a team of geologists to Zambia to explore vast deposits of copper and cobalt, two essential raw materials driving the global energy transition, according to Indian government sources. The exploration marks a significant step in India’s broader strategy to diversify and secure its critical mineral supply chain, especially as demand for electric…
Guinea’s bauxite exports hit a record 48.6 million metric tonnes in the first quarter of 2025, marking a 39% increase year-over-year—even as regulatory crackdowns sidelined major players in the sector. Official data from the country’s Ministry of Mines and Geology, obtained by Reuters, underscores the remarkable resilience of Guinea’s mining industry amid shifting global trade…
Namibia has officially launched its participation in the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) with the shipment of 45,000 tonnes of salt to Nigeria, marking a historic milestone in the continent’s efforts to build a unified African market. The shipment, produced by Walvis Bay Salt Holdings, departed from Namibia’s main port city of Walvis Bay…
A war of words has erupted between President Donald Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk, with Trump launching a scathing attack that suggests Musk’s electric vehicle and space ventures are propped up by massive government handouts. In a late-night social media post, Trump even hinted that if subsidies were to disappear, Musk might “head back…
Milk is more than just a dietary staple—it’s a global industry worth hundreds of billions of dollars. In 2025, worldwide milk production continues to surge, driven by population growth, rising incomes, and increasing demand for dairy products. According to the latest data, these are the Top 10 Milk-Producing Countries in 2025, measured by annual production…
Dangote Group has announced it will begin direct delivery of refined petroleum products nationwide starting August 15, 2025, using a new fleet of 4,000 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered trucks. The initiative—backed by a staggering ₦720 billion investment—is poised to dramatically reduce fuel transportation costs, cut emissions, and improve supply reliability, especially in underserved areas. With…
Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni, 80, has confirmed his intention to seek a seventh term in the country’s upcoming January 2026 elections, stating that his candidacy is driven by the need to protect the “national interest” and uphold the ideology of his ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM). Museveni, who has ruled Uganda since 1986, is already…
One year after a deadly wave of youth-led protests gripped Kenya, the streets of Nairobi and other cities are once again flooded with defiant chants, mass demonstrations, and the determined spirit of a new generation. Branded the “Gen Z Revolt,” this movement has re-emerged with fresh urgency and a singular, powerful demand: “Ruto Must Go.”…
Africa is on track to end its dependence on fertiliser imports within just 40 months, according to Nigerian billionaire and industrialist Aliko Dangote. Speaking at the Afreximbank Annual Meeting in Abuja on Friday, Dangote outlined an ambitious expansion plan for his $2.5 billion fertiliser plant located outside Lagos. “In the next 40 months, Africa will…
In a landmark financial reform, the Nigerian government has announced plans to link citizens’ credit scores directly to their National Identification Numbers (NIN). The move, part of a broader initiative to centralize credit data and enforce financial accountability, is set to reshape the country’s lending and credit landscape. The announcement was made by Uzoma Nwagba,…