Carbon Credits in Nigeria: How the Market Works and What to Check
Learn how carbon credits work in Nigeria, how projects earn verified units, what Article 6 means and what buyers should check before making a climate claim.
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ICJ vs ICC: What the Two Courts Do, Who They Hear and How They Differ
The ICJ settles legal disputes between states, while the ICC prosecutes individuals for Rome Statute crimes. Learn how their jurisdiction, cases and outcomes differ.
How Does AfCFTA Work? Tariffs, Rules of Origin and Trade
A practical guide to AfCFTA for African businesses: how tariff schedules, rules of origin, customs checks and services commitments shape cross-border trade.
Nigeria 25% tax: Who pays the top rate under the new law?
Nigeria’s 25% tax rate applies only above ₦50 million in annual taxable income. Here is how the bands work, with a plain-language ₦10 million example.
African Union vs ECOWAS: What Is the Difference?
African Union and ECOWAS are separate organisations at different scales: one covers the continent, the other West Africa. Here are their members, roles, history and relationship.
Tibet’s M7.0 quake: why rescue access is the next test in Nagqu
A magnitude 7.0 quake in Tibet killed 16 and injured 54. Damaged roads, communications outages and high-altitude terrain are shaping rescue efforts in Nagqu.
Give to gain: Why African women remain venture capital’s most underserved market
The idea of a fruitful vine is one of abundance, something that grows and multiplies. Few metaphors capture this better than women. Across families, communities, and economies, women have historically demonstrated an extraordinary capacity to multiply what they are given. When women gain access to resources, the benefits often ripple outward; improving household welfare, strengthening … Read more
Walmart’s Bold Leap: American retail giant plants Its flag in Africa’s bustling markets
In the heart of Johannesburg’s vibrant Fourways Mall, where shoppers dart between aisles laden with everyday essentials and luxury temptations, a quiet revolution unfolded this month. The former Game store, a staple of South African retail for decades, shed its old skin to emerge as Walmart’s inaugural branded outpost on African soil. This unassuming debut … Read more
A comprehensive timeline on Tembisa Hospital corruption scandal
The Tembisa Hospital corruption scandal, one of South Africa’s most egregious cases of public sector graft, revolves around the systematic looting of over R2 billion in funds intended for healthcare services at the Gauteng provincial facility. Centered on fraudulent procurement processes, the scandal first gained national attention through the assassination of whistleblower Babita Deokaran, who … Read more
Costliest Province for grocery shopping in South Africa revealed
South African consumers are feeling the pinch at supermarket checkouts, with grocery prices varying dramatically depending on where you live. A new report shines a light on the provinces where your weekly shop could set you back the most, highlighting stark regional disparities in the cost of essentials like bread, milk, and meat. According to … Read more
Onitsha Port revival: Potential economic game-changer or another false dawn?
The arrival of the first barge at Onitsha River Port in 2025 marks a symbolic milestone for Nigeria’s long-neglected inland waterways. Loaded with tiles from Ajaokuta in Kogi State, this event signals a tentative step toward revitalizing a facility that has been abandoned for decades despite its strategic location in the heart of the South-east. … Read more
GMO debate heats up in Nigeria: A battle for food sovereignty amid crisis
In the lush farmlands of Benue, where golden maize once swayed under the Nigerian sun, a shadow of unease has settled. The state, known as the “Food Basket of the Nation,” along with Niger, Plateau, and Taraba, has long been a cornerstone of Nigeria’s agricultural output. But recent years have brought a disturbing trend: targeted … Read more