Nigeria's Economy Sees Notable Growth, Outperforming Itself in Q3 2024
Nigeria's GDP grows by 3.46% in Q3 2024, driven by services sector and non-oil industry, with oil sector also showing significant growth.
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Nigeria's Top 5 Most-Googled News Events of 2024 Revealed
Google's Year in Search 2024 reveals the top 5 news events that captivated Nigerians, from US elections to national grid collapses.
Ranking Africa's Finest: Top 10 Countries with the Best Police Services Revealed
Discover which African countries boast the most effective law enforcement agencies, according to the Global Police Index, and what sets them apart from the rest.
South Africa Extends Deadline for Feedback on Proposed Alcohol Tax Hike
South Africa's treasury department extends deadline for public input on proposed excise tax increase on alcohol products to February 14, 2025, amid concerns over rising alcohol-related crimes.
South Africa's Cybersecurity Conundrum: Only 29% of Organisations to Increase Budget in 2025
Despite a wave of cyberattacks in 2024, only 29% of South African organisations plan to increase their cybersecurity budget in 2025, raising concerns about their preparedness to combat future threats.
Widespread Power Outages Hit Zimbabwe and Zambia, Exposing Africa's Energy Deficit
A severe power outage affected Zimbabwe and Zambia, highlighting the persistent energy crisis in Africa, where over 500 million people remain without access to electricity.
Zimbabwe Set to End 2024 with Africa's Highest Interest Rate at 35%
Zimbabwe's economic struggles continue as it maintains Africa's highest interest rate at 35%, with its gold-backed currency ZiG showing signs of stabilization
Zimbabwe to Pay $331 Million to White Ex-Farmers in Effort to Ease Debt Crisis
Zimbabwe plans to pay $331 million to white farmers whose land was taken back in 2000, in a bid to restructure its massive debt and rejoin international markets.
Afrobarometer Report Reveals Top 10 African Countries with Highest Police Professionalism
A recent Afrobarometer report sheds light on police professionalism in Africa, with Burkina Faso, Morocco, and Benin ranking highest in terms of professionalism and corruption levels.