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ECOWAS delegation meets with Niger’s deposed leader Bazoum

A delegation fielded by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) met Saturday August 19 with the ousted President of Niger Mohammed Bazoum, as the regional organization pushes to restore a civilian leadership in the West African country. Former Nigerian Head of State, Abdulsalami Abubakar headed the delegation that met with Bazoum in the […]

Fresh clashes erupt between Haftar, GNA forces threatening frail ceasefire

Armed clashes erupted between forces of UN-backed Government of National and those of rebel Gen. Khalifa Haftar Sunday in south Libya putting at stake a frail ceasefire, Libya Observer reports. Sources told the media the clashes occurred when Sabha military zone officers of the GNA gathered to read out a congratulatory statement on Libya’s Independence […]

Africa’s fintech revolution: market to reach $65bn in revenue by 2030, but challenges remain

Africa’s fintech market is poised for significant growth, projected to reach a $65 billion in revenue by 2030, which represents a 13-fold increase over 2021, according to a new study conducted by consulting firm Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and QED Investors, a global VC based in the US. This development will make Africa the world’sfastest-growing […]