Rwanda’s honey industry and Its emerging partnership with China
China has announced a new plantation agreement with Rwanda after signing a major deal during the recently concluded Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) summit.At the meeting, the two countries issued…
Nigeria partners with World Bank to unlock $300bn in untitled land parcels
Nigeria's Ministry of Housing and Urban Development has partnered with the World Bank to address the country's land registration challenges. With over 90% of land in Nigeria currently untitled, this…
Nigerian Government sues four unlicensed crypto traders
The Federal Government of Nigeria has filed criminal charges against four individuals and several firms for allegedly conducting cryptocurrency-related businesses without valid banking licenses.The defendants were also charged with violating…
Nigerian fintech Rise acquires Kenya’s Hisa
One of Nigeria’s leading global business startups has made its second acquisition in less than a year after acquiring Hisa, a Kenyan startup that promotes social justice.Erick Asuma, the Co-founder…
Innoson Motors unveils first electric vehicle
Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing Company (IVM) has unveiled its first locally made electric vehicle. The unveiling was done earlier today Wednesday via the company’s official Facebook page. The company’s Head of…
Mastercard and Mercuryo launch Self-Custodial Crypto Debit Cards
Mastercard has launched a groundbreaking self-custodial Bitcoin debit card called "Spend" in partnership with Mercuryo, a crypto payment company. This innovative card enables users to make purchases directly with Bitcoin,…
Kenya bans sugar imports from outside East Africa
The government of Kenya has banned sugar imports into the country from countries outside the East African Community (EAC) and the Greater Eastern and Southern African Market, two regional trade…
Tunisian delegates explore business opportunities in Nigeria at Economic Forum
A 20-member high-level business delegation from Tunisia is currently in Nigeria for the Nigeria-Tunisia Economic Forum, themed "Multisectoral Economic Mission in Nigeria.”The forum, which began yesterday and ends on Friday,…
Workers’ strike disrupts flight at Kenya’s main Airport
A strike action by workers at Kenya's main international airport has led to flight cancellation and suspension for both arrivals and departures. The workers went on strike to show their…
Nigeria opens application for Google’s ₦100 million AI fund
Nigeria's government has opened applications for the ₦100 million AI project funded by tech giant, Google. The project is geared towards supporting Nigerian tech start-ups that are leveraging Artificial Intelligence…
