African Markets – Factors to Watchout for
The following company announcements, scheduled economic indicators, debt and currency market moves and political events may affect African markets on...
Africa
Sudan War fueled by External Arms Flow to the Country
Heavy fighting in Sudan continues to escalate as a “direct result” of the continued flow of arms into the country...
One in 67 people worldwide remains forcibly displaced: UNHCR report
At least 123.2 million people worldwide remain forcibly displaced as a result of conflict, violence, persecution and human rights violations....
FG Orders Emergency Evacuation of Nigerians from Israel and Iran
The Federal Government has ordered the emergency evacuation of Nigerian citizens from Israel and Iran as tensions escalate between the...
‘Africa must be respected,’ says Davido, pulls out of 50 Cent’s concert
Nigerian music superstar Davido has announced he will no longer be performing at 50 Cent’s upcoming concert in London, which...
Access Bank Takes Over Standard Chartered Bank After 130 Years of Operations
Standard Chartered has agreed to sell its shareholding in subsidiaries across five African countries to Nigeria’s Access Bank, marking a...
Farmer-Herder Conflict Claims 100 Lives in Nigeria
An overnight attack in Benue State has left at least 100 people dead, amid ongoing clashes between herders and farmers...
Zambian President Barred From Lungu’s Funeral
The family of former President Edgar Lungu, who passed away in South Africa on June 5, has stated that it...
More Than 10,000 South Africans Homeless After Floods
In response to the severe rains and strong winds that have impacted the province and resulted in 78 deaths across...
Opposition Cries Foul as Burundi’s Ruling Party Claims Victory
Burundi's ruling party, CNDD-FDD, has secured all 100 seats in the parliamentary elections, receiving more than 96% of the vote...
