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FM Claims USD 20bn Saved by Nigeria from Subsidy Removal and Naira Float

FM Claims USD 20bn Saved by Nigeria from Subsidy Removal and Naira Float

(3 Minutes Read) Nigeria has saved USD 20 billion from petrol subsidy removal and market-based pricing of the foreign exchange rate, says Wale Edun, Nigerian...
Jumoke Oduwole, the minister of industry, trade and investment

Non-Oil Exports Crucial for Nigeria’s Growth, Says Minister

(3 Minutes Read) Nigeria needs more non-oil exports as they are crucial for the economy, says Jumoke Oduwole, the minister of industry, trade and investment....
Dangote Refinery Lowers Ex-Depot Price of Petrol to USD 0.57 a Liter for Marketers

Dangote Refinery Lowers Ex-Depot Price of Petrol to USD 0.57 a Liter for Marketers

(3 Minutes Read) The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced a reduction in its ex-depot price of premium motor spirit (PMS), also known as petrol, to...
Cape Verde Empowers Farmers; Incentivize Agriculture (West Africa) (3 Minutes Read) Cape Verde is mobilising significant resources to introduce innovative crops and expand seawater desalination. To provide further stability for farmers, an ambitious agricultural insurance system is being rolled out. Cape Verde is undergoing a remarkable agricultural transformation after a severe drought. The archipelago is now embracing innovation, with lush greenery emerging as a symbol of progress. A key driver behind this shift is the implementation of modern infrastructure, including seawater desalination plants, and various schemes to empower the farmers. Cape Verde is mobilising significant resources to introduce innovative crops and expand seawater desalination. To provide further stability for farmers, an ambitious agricultural insurance system is being rolled out. This agricultural policy is positioning Cape Verde as a model for the region, with support from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). These issues came into sharp focus at the 16th meeting of the multidisciplinary team of the FAO's West Africa office in Praia. Read Also: https://trendsnafrica.com/cape-verde-citizens-searching-for-green-pastures-abroad-driven-by-unemployment/ Despite these advancements, West African country’s social protection coverage remains limited, reaching just 13% of the population with at least one service. However, Cape Verde's progress offers hope and a blueprint for sustainable development in the region.

Cape Verde Empowers Farmers; Incentivize Agriculture

(3 Minutes Read) Cape Verde is mobilising significant resources to introduce innovative crops and expand seawater desalination. To provide further stability for farmers, an ambitious...
EU Recalls Envoy from Niger: Tensions with Niamey’s Transitional Government Escalate

EU Recalls Envoy from Niger: Tensions with Niamey’s Transitional Government Escalate

(3 Minutes Read) Niger's transitional authorities challenged the modalities and management of humanitarian aid provided by the EU Delegation to the victims of severe flooding...
Rice Development and Food Security in West Africa to Benefit from USD 99 mn ADF Funding

Rice Development and Food Security in West Africa to Benefit from USD 99 mn...

(3 Minutes Read) The African Development Fund has approved USD 99.16 million in initial funding to enhance rice cultivation value chains across West Africa. The African...
Ruling Pastef Party of Senegal Wins Convincingly Legislative Elections

Ruling Pastef Party of Senegal Wins Convincingly Legislative Elections

(2 Minutes Read) Opposition parties conceded defeat, with former president Macky Sall’s coalition dropping to just 16 seats, down from 83. Former Prime Minister Amadou...
Britain Imposes Sanctions on Isabel dos Santos

Britain Imposes Sanctions on Isabel dos Santos

(2 Minutes Read) Britain has imposed sanctions on Angola’s Isabel dos Santos, a billionaire businesswoman and daughter of a former president, as part of a...
IMF Highlights Progress in Egypt’s Reform Program

IMF Highlights Progress in Egypt’s Reform Program

(2 Minutes Read) Approved in 2022 and expanded to USD 8 billion earlier this year, the program seeks to address Egypt’s economic crisis, marked by...
Nigeria: Bank of Industry Secures €2 Billion to Fund Key Development Initiatives

Nigeria: Bank of Industry Secures €2 Billion to Fund Key Development Initiatives

(3 Minutes Read) The Managing Director of the Bank of Industry (BoI), Olasupo Olusi, announced that the Bank has raised a new funding package worth...

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