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Economic Diversification Efforts in Africa: A Comparative Analysis of Nigeria, South Africa, and Egypt

Economic diversification is the latest buzzword in Africa’s development discourse, a shiny new banner under which policymakers, international financial institutions, and private sector actors march in purported unison. Nigeria, South.

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Africa’s Shared Economy is Disrupting Traditional Transport and Hospitality

Nowhere is the transformation of the 21st-century economy more visible than in the shared economy, where access is valued over ownership. In particular, the transportation and hospitality industries have experienced.

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Can Africa Create a Unified Stock Exchange?

The global financial sector thrives on interconnectedness, with stock exchanges serving as crucial pillars of economic growth. The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) commands a market capitalisation exceeding $28 trillion,.

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Aliko Dangote Redefining Africa’s Polypropylene Market

Aliko Dangote, Africa’s wealthiest individual and a formidable force in the oil and petrochemical sectors, continues to make headlines with his ambitious projects aimed at bolstering the continent’s industrial landscape..

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Diaspora Bonds: Africa’s New Economic Lifeline

For centuries, African nations have sought sustainable financial solutions to accelerate development, improve infrastructure, and bridge economic gaps. However, reliance on foreign aid and volatile international investments has often left.

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Africa’s Ports: Gateway to Economic Transformation

Ports serve as the arteries of global trade, ensuring the seamless movement of goods across continents and underpinning economic growth. In 2024, their significance has only intensified, with maritime trade.

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Evolution of African Parliaments: Adapting to 21st-Century Challenges

The 21st century has ushered in an era of rapid globalisation, technological advancements, and shifting political landscapes, requiring governance structures worldwide to adapt to emerging complexities. Parliaments, as the epicentre.

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Afrobeats on the Rise: A Historic Week for African Music Superstars

From groundbreaking magazine covers and major festival line-ups to significant album anniversaries, Afrobeats stars are making headlines this week, continuing to elevate the culture to new heights. The vibrant and.

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Women Spearheading Intra-African Agricultural Development

Across Africa, women are driving a quiet revolution in agriculture. For generations, they have worked the land, planting, weeding, and harvesting, yet their contributions have often gone unrecognised. They even.

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Franchising Could Revolutionise African Entrepreneurship

Franchising has long been a cornerstone of business expansion in developed economies. The global franchise market was valued at approximately USD 133.17 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach.

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