Former U.S. President Donald Trump has launched a fresh verbal attack on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, accusing him of manipulating the Biden administration into excessive military spending amid Ukraine’s ongoing war with Russia. In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump criticized Zelenskyy, referring to him as a “modestly successful comedian” who has skillfully…
African nations are rapidly expanding and modernizing their air forces to enhance national security, counter terrorist threats, and support humanitarian operations. Many countries are acquiring used aircraft at discounted prices, with nearly 75% of the continent’s fleet expansion coming from second-hand purchases, according to AirPro News. Here’s a look at the top 10 African countries…
Dangote Peugeot Automobiles Nigeria Limited (DPAN), the official manufacturer and marketer of Peugeot vehicles in Nigeria, has launched the GT model of the Peugeot 3008 SUV at its state-of-the-art assembly plant in Kaduna. This move is a significant milestone in Nigeria’s automotive sector, reinforcing DPAN’s commitment to boosting local vehicle production and reducing the country’s…
Niger is set to embark on a critical phase of its political transition as the Inclusive National Dialogue officially opens in Niamey on February 15, 2025. This highly anticipated national conference, announced by General Abdourahamane Tiani in August 2023, will run until February 19 and is expected to set the foundation for the country’s governance…
Reports of an impending tariff hike in Nigeria’s telecommunications sector have been firmly dismissed by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). The regulatory body described the claims, which suggested increases in call, SMS, and data charges starting January 2025, as baseless and misleading. A senior NCC official clarified on Sunday that the Commission operates under a…
Over the weekend, at least four vessels carrying petroleum products arrived at Nigeria’s borders, raising questions about the capacity of the Dangote Refinery to meet local demand. According to a report by Punch, this development highlights a significant contradiction to earlier claims by Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest man, that his refinery could service the entire…
The Nigerian naira has been listed as one of the worst-performing currencies in Sub-Saharan Africa for 2024, according to the World Bank’s latest Africa’s Pulse report. The report, which highlights economic trends across the continent, revealed that by the end of August 2024, the naira had depreciated by approximately 43 percent year-to-date. This sharp decline…
Russia has tentatively agreed to construct a significant fuel pipeline in the Republic of Congo, linking the western port of Pointe-Noire to Brazzaville, the capital city. This development, reported by Reuters, underscores Russia’s growing influence in Africa as it seeks to strengthen ties across the continent. A joint venture will be formed to oversee the…
In 2024, education remains a key pillar of development across African nations. While some countries are leading the way in creating world-class education systems, others are making significant strides in improving access and quality. According to the Global Education System ranking compiled by bScholarly, these ten African countries stand out for having the best education…
Uganda’s economic growth is projected to soar beyond 10% in the next financial year, driven by the anticipated commencement of crude oil production. According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the East African nation could achieve a GDP growth rate of 10.8% in the 2025/2026 fiscal year, a significant jump from the previous projection of…