An in-depth review of Nigeria's banking recapitalisation exercise. Discover which 16 banks have met the CBN's new capital requirements and the impact on the financial sector. Read the full analysis now.
The nominees for the 2026 Grammy Award for Best African Music Performance are out! See the five African stars, including Burna Boy, Davido, and Tems, competing for the prestigious prize at the 67th ceremony.
A Russian court has ordered Austria's Raiffeisen Bank to pay nearly $400 million in compensation to a company linked to sanctioned oligarch Oleg Deripaska. The bank says it will appeal.
The UAE announces a massive $6 billion investment plan for African tourism development, targeting aviation, infrastructure, and digital projects. Learn how this partnership aims to create thousands of jobs.
The World Bank has approved additional financing for Nigeria's SPESSE project, citing its 'satisfactory' performance in bridging critical skills gaps in procurement and environmental standards. Over 85,000 Nigerians have been trained.
Fidelity Bank will restrict transactions for accounts not linked to a Tax ID or National Identity Number from January 1, 2026. Learn how to update your details to avoid service disruptions.
A soccer enthusiast has listed the 10 African countries that have never qualified for the AFCON tournament since its inception in 1957. Discover the surprising list and fan reactions.
Vice President Kashim Shettima announces new BOI and DBN funding windows for Imo SMEs at the 2025 Economic Summit, aiming to boost production and job creation.
Reports allege a top ICC official's involvement in funding CAR militants via Martin Figueira. This scandal adds to the court's crises, including African withdrawals and reform doubts. Read more.
President Bola Tinubu has approved new appointments to the boards of UBEC, the Bank of Agriculture, and the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF). Get the full list of appointees and their geopolitical zones here.
A Nigerian man received an unexpected birthday celebration from UBA staff while withdrawing money. Watch the viral video and see how the bankers' gesture shocked him.
Learn the quickest methods to block your Union Bank account using USSD *826*6#, the UnionMobile app, or customer care. Protect your funds instantly during emergencies.
Ghana will host the inaugural Africa Real Estate Festival (AREF) in April 2026. The event themed 'Innovation Meets Identity' aims to shape the continent's urban future. Read more.
The Central Bank of Nigeria issues strict new rules forcing banks to refund fraud victims within 16 days. Learn how this impacts you and the fight against financial crime.
Ten Nigerian banks recorded over N33.24 trillion in savings deposits by September 2025, a 6.8% annual increase. See which Tier-2 banks led the growth and the latest CBN savings rates.
Africa's inaugural G20 Summit in South Africa sees UAE commit $1bn to AI development. Discover how Gulf investment is transforming the continent's tech future. Read more.
NDIC MD Thompson Sunday urges NIESV to deepen collaboration for accurate asset valuation in bank liquidation, crucial for protecting depositors' funds. Read more.
Nigeria has completed the headquarters of the $5 billion Africa Energy Bank in Abuja. Minister Heineken Lokpobiri confirms all host obligations are met, paving the way for operations to begin. Read more.
Lost your Access Bank card? Act fast! This guide details immediate steps to block your account via USSD *901*911#, mobile app, WhatsApp banking, and more to prevent fraud.
Professor Peter Okebukola unveils ASRS, Africa's first homegrown citation framework. This breakthrough promotes intellectual sovereignty and global recognition for African scholarship. Join the movement!
Central Bank of Nigeria intervenes in forex market with $36.60 million sale to authorized dealers including Access, UBA, Zenith banks to stabilize naira. Experts analyze impact on currency stability.
Lagos hosted Entertainment Week Africa 2025 from November 18-23, featuring fashion runways, film screenings, music performances and tech expos. Discover how Africa's creative economy is evolving.
World-class performance strategist Dr. Abiola Salami urges young African leaders to embrace responsibility and accountability at GRIT book launch. Learn key insights for personal growth.
Leading commercial banks unite behind MMC 7.0 to mobilize capital for African entrepreneurs. Join the event on Dec 4-5 in Lagos to unlock funding opportunities.
Olubadan of Ibadanland Oba Ladoja establishes Economic and Investment Committee to address manufacturing challenges. FMCG Association and Jaiz Bank pledge support for city's economic transformation.
The Future Awards Africa 2025 celebrated young innovators and leaders shaping the continent's destiny. Discover the winners and their inspiring stories!
Former Ethiopian PM warns G20: Africa spends $90B on debt servicing while climate finance falls short. Debt relief essential for global climate security. Read more.
Zenith Bank empowers African innovators with N140 million funding at 2025 Tech Fair. Ten startups including Trust Loop and Cubbes Technologies receive grants and mentorship to scale their solutions.
Mind of the Masters partners with WASCA for The Spirit of Coffee exhibition in Lagos, showcasing African coffee heritage through art from November 29 to December 12, 2025.
African experts warn about the continent's growing private wealth outflow to offshore centers. Learn how True Family Offices can keep capital circulating locally to fund development.