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MPesa was not merely a fintech success. It was a socioeconomic reengineering; a case study in how technology can democratize finance, bypass legacy systems, and empower the grassroots.
Nigeria offers major FDI opportunities in fintech, energy, and agriculture. To invest successfully, foreign firms must understand key laws like NIPC, CAMA, and CCI rules. Legal compliance is crucial for safe, profitable investment in Africa’s largest economy.
The U.S.-brokered peace deal between the DRC and Rwanda includes significant mineral investment incentives. Experts are divided on whether this approach can lead to lasting stability, given the complex dynamics of resource control and ongoing conflicts in the region.
The U.S. has led peace talks between the DRC and Rwanda, resulting in a draft agreement linking peace to economic incentives and mineral investment. While progress is made, rebel activity and resource transparency remain key concerns ahead of a potential June signing at the White House.
This Mother’s Day, we celebrate the women who shape our world with strength, love, and legacy—honoring all mothers, everywhere, since the holiday began in 1914.
As artificial intelligence continues to redefine global industries, Nigeria is positioning itself to lead the AI revolution in Africa. At the heart of this ambition lies Lagos, the country’s commercial capital and one of the continent’s most dynamic tech ecosystems.
Cryptocurrency is increasingly becoming a key player in Nigeria's business landscape. As Africa's largest economy grapples with currency instability and financial exclusion, digital currencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins are gaining ground among entrepreneurs
