Washington, US// — Sub-Saharan Africa’s cities could become powerful engines of economic growth and job creation if governments focus investments and policy attention on places where firms can cluster, and workers can easily reach them, according to a new World Bank Group report.
Lagos, Nigeria//– Mastercard, working with Interswitch, has announced that eligible Mastercard cardholders in Nigeria can now use Google Pay to make secure, convenient and contactless payments using their Android devices.
Republic of the Congo/ — Strong and resilient health systems are the foundation of healthier communities, better health outcomes, and progress toward Universal Health Coverage.
Osaka Prefecture and Osaka City will exhibit at the Singapore FinTech Festival (SFF) 2026, taking place in Singapore from November 18 to 20, 2026, together with two Osaka-based companies selected through an open call.
Chapman Freeborn has arranged the lease of a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner between MIAT Mongolian Airlines and Air Congo, supporting the Congolese carrier’s fleet development and plans to expand its passenger offering.
Accra, Ghana//-The Chief Executive Officer of PETROSOL Platinum Energy PLC, Michael Bozumbil, has called on the Government of Ghana to protect the country’s economic recovery through consistent policies, prudent public spending and deliberate support for indigenous businesses.
The government has reached an agreement with organised labour to increase base pay for public sector workers by 8% in 2027, followed by a 10% across-the-board increase in 2028.
The composite weighted average price index for cocoa, gold, and crude oil rose by 5.6 per cent year-to-date to 261.86 in August 2026.
Tshepo Mochekgechekge (29), a former Social Employment Fund (SEF) participant who is now a crop farmer based in Saulsville, in the South African City of Tshwane, represents a compelling example of how the SEF enterprise development pathway can translate into sustained business growth and long-term livelihood creation.
South Africa// — South Africa has every reason to be proud of its aviation industry. For 40 years, the country has maintained a record without a fatal commercial airline accident, an extraordinary achievement that reflects decades of professionalism, discipline and an unwavering commitment to passenger safety.
