Nigeria Oil Revenue Crisis Exposes Deep Fiscal Fault Lines The Nigeria oil revenue crisis has entered a critical phase following the federal government’s decision to cancel about $1.42 billion in historical debts owed by NNPC Ltd to the Federation Account. While officials describe the move as a clean-up of legacy balances after a reconciliation exercise,...
Afcon Morocco 2025 Afcon Morocco 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated editions of the Africa Cup of Nations in recent history. Hosted by Morocco, the tournament brings together the continent’s top football nations at a time when African football continues to gain global respect for its talent, intensity, and growing...
business integrity In recent weeks Zimbabwe saw a high profile case that should be required reading for every young entrepreneur. Business partners Mike Chimombe and Moses Mpofu were convicted for their role in a fraud tied to a state livestock support programme. They were handed lengthy prison terms after a court found that public funds,...
Niger State student abduction A widely circulated video shows distraught parents seeking news after a mass disappearance of pupils in Niger State. The footage and accompanying reports say more than 300 students were unaccounted for after an incident at a school site. The Niger State student abduction described in the video has sparked alarm across...
U.S. lawmakers convened a briefing this week to address Nigeria’s rising insecurity. The session aimed to gather testimony on kidnappings and targeted attacks. The briefing was led by senior members of the House Appropriations Committee. Representatives from the Foreign Affairs and Financial Services committees also joined. The goal was to collect evidence for a report...
In Zimbabwe, South Africa, Zambia, and Mozambique, many job seekers are being lured into fake recruitment schemes. These scams promise employment in health or public services. In reality, victims lose hard‑earned money and get nothing in return. This growing wave of exploitation highlights how unscrupulous actors target the vulnerable when they are most hopeful. Fake...
The City of Bulawayo has declared a public health alert amid a suspected outbreak of hand, foot and mouth disease. Municipal authorities report that hundreds of cases may be emerging, raising concern among parents, teachers, and healthcare providers across Bulawayo. The outbreak comes as the city monitors young children closely, particularly in crèches and junior...
Zimbabwe Bank Performance Insights show CBZ Holdings leading the pack with notable growth in the nine months to September 2025. The group reported a 10 percent rise in after-tax profit to ZWL 1.11 billion, driven by strong deposit mobilisation and higher non-funded income from fees and transactional activity. Total income jumped 58 percent to ZWL...
SADC entrepreneur resilience is being tested across Zimbabwe, South Africa, and the wider region as many small businesses face challenges that slowly lead to failure. Business collapses rarely happen overnight; they often begin with minor mistakes, weak planning, and limited understanding of the operating environment. Entrepreneurs who strengthen their resilience, plan carefully, and understand market...