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[This Day] Despite the assurance by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) that Nigeria's broadband penetration would reach and surpass 70 per cent threshold by the end of 2025, it appears such assurance is far from reality, considering the current broadband penetration level of 47.73 per cent with 103.5 million broadband subscriptions as at March 2025.

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The calm reaction of South Africa's president to the Oval Office ambush might boost his standing at home.

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Described as a sharp critique of authoritarianism under Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sissi, Eagles of the Republic continues Saleh’s unflinching examination of power, morality, and corruption in the Arab world.

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While the court's ruling secures Thiam's role within the PDCI, his political future remains uncertain as the party continues to challenge the decision that disqualified him from the voter registry — a necessary step for his presidential bid.

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[allAfrica] Washington, DC -- Heading the agenda at the five-day annual meeting of the African Development Bank (AfDB) that opens on May 26 is the election of the multilateral development bank's next president. Five candidates are vying to succeed Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, who has served the maximum of two five-year terms. During his tenure, the bank's capital has more than tripled, growing from $93 billion to $318 billion. AfDB was ranked by Global Finance magazine as the best multilateral financial institution in the world in 2021, and

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Grey, the global banking platform empowering digital nomads and businesses with borderless financial solutions, today announced the winners of its 2025

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South Africa is doubling down on its push to renew the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), a vital trade deal allowing duty-free exports to the

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Nigeria’s Dangote Petroleum Refinery has struck a major deal with global distributor Vinmar Group to export its polypropylene to international

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The race to lead the African Development Bank (AfDB) is heating up, blending political intrigue with continental stakes. On May 29, five candidates will

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Nigeria’s central bank has opted to hold its benchmark interest rate at 27.5% for the second time this year, signaling a cautious approach as

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Africa has welcomed a new dollar billionaire—Zak Calisto, the founder and CEO of Karooooo Ltd., a vehicle tracking and fleet management firm formerly

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Nigerian manufacturers say they’re facing undue pressure from banks over billions in unsettled foreign exchange (FX) forward contracts—remnants of

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Ben Stokes hints at a return to his best and Brian Bennett strikes a sparkling century before England make Zimbabwe follow on on the second day at Trent Bridge.

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The good news is we can change this picture. Countries across West Africa have demonstrated that real progress is achievable when governments, civil society

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La bonne nouvelle, c’est qu’il est possible de changer la donne. Plusieurs pays d’Afrique de l’Ouest ont montré que des progrès significatifs peuvent être

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[Nigeria Health Watch] Every day, countless mothers around the world lose their lives to postpartum haemorrhage (PPH), a devastating reality that remains a widespread and persistent challenge in Nigeria. The country accounts for 28.5% of global maternal deaths, with PPH being a major contributor, causing 22% of these tragic losses.

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[Premium Times] The troops killed scores of insurgents as three Civilian Joint Task Force members and a vigilante paid the supreme price.

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[Premium Times] Nigeria's losses due to crude oil theft are more significant than those of some other OPEC members, the Chairman Senate Ad hoc Committee on Crude Oil Theft, Ned Nwoko, has said. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Mr Nwoko emphasised the issue's detrimental impact, including economic damage, environmental destruction, and its impact on host communities. He also said that it was weakening the Naira, and depriving the nation of vital revenue needed for infrastructure, healthcare,

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[Premium Times] The case mirrors other instances where the police and the government have been criticised for needless arrests and prosecutions in Nigeria.

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[Liberian Investigator] Monrovia -- A prominent son of Grand Gedeh County, Watson Chelley, has accused former Liberian President George Manneh Weah of turning his back on the family of slain President Samuel Kanyon Doe, despite years of unwavering support from Doe's kinsmen, particularly the Krahn ethnic group.

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[CAF] Mamelodi Sundowns are gearing up for a crucial clash in the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League final first leg, and midfielder Themba Zwane has emphasised the significance of the occasion for the team and its supporters.