Africa's $90B Debt Crisis Blocks Climate Action
African countries spent $90B on debt servicing in 2024 while climate finance falls short. G20 summit must deliver debt relief to unlock Africa's green transition and global climate security.
African countries spent $90B on debt servicing in 2024 while climate finance falls short. G20 summit must deliver debt relief to unlock Africa's green transition and global climate security.
Kenya faces multiple crises: public debt hits 68% of GDP, 41 protest deaths, rising femicide cases, and environmental breakdown. Can President Ruto's priorities save East Africa's powerhouse?
Zamfara First Lady Hajiya Huriyya Lawal has secured the freedom of 436 inmates by settling their N67.2m debt. The intervention occurred during a mass wedding ceremony for 200 orphans in Gusau.
A Nigerian couple borrowed $88,000 for their wedding and will repay $158,924 over 17 years. Shocking details revealed by friend spark wedding cost debate.
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.
Nigerian contractors under ANC appeal to President Tinubu for payment of debts owed since January 2024. They face financial crisis ahead of Christmas due to heavy bank interests.
European Central Bank warns AI valuations may be overstretched and sovereign debt levels threaten financial stability. Learn how this affects global markets.
African leaders warn Europe must help break debt cycle as countries pay $163bn annually. Unsustainable debt hampers climate resilience and development across the continent.
The G20 summit in South Africa endorsed a declaration focusing on critical minerals, climate finance, and debt relief for developing nations. Discover the key outcomes.
Federal High Court directs Lagos Police to withdraw officers from Nestoil facilities in ongoing debt dispute with FBNQuest Merchant Bank. Latest ruling shifts case dynamics.
A Nigerian woman's N16,000 loan from a mobile app escalated to N365,000 repayment demand. Discover the shocking details and public reactions to this predatory lending case.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi insists the $135 billion stimulus is fiscally responsible despite market concerns. Includes energy subsidies and tax cuts to combat inflation.
IPMAN alerts Nigeria of potential fuel disruption as NMDPRA delays debt payments for over 3 years. Association seeks FG intervention while praising NNPC settlement.
RCCG General Overseer Pastor Enoch Adeboye sends a powerful message, declaring all attacks and kidnappings in Nigeria must cease. Read his full warning and the public's reaction.
Financial experts warn Nigeria risks another debt crisis without urgent reforms. Learn about the critical measures needed to stabilize the economy and prevent financial distress.
YANGG President Kelechi Ndieze calls on African youth to seize control of the continent's digital narrative. Discover how young innovators are driving change.
A Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered Kehinde Elliot Ogbor and Danium Energy to pay Union Bank N20.7 billion. The bank can now seize and sell properties to recover the debt. Read the full details.
Discover the world's most attractive female models under 25, including Nigeria's Diana Chioma Eneje and Kenya's Imari Karanja. These young talents are reshaping global fashion trends and breaking barriers.
Nicki Minaj becomes the first female rapper to address United Nations, speaking on Christian persecution in Nigeria. Read about her historic speech and global impact.
Young leaders worldwide demand urgent climate action as 2024 breaks heat records and passes 1.5°C warming threshold. Climate anxiety affects 78% of children under 12.
James Ojo Adakole from Legit.ng earns prestigious fellowship to attend the Global Investigative Journalism Conference in Malaysia. Discover his journey and the event's impact.
Major Cloudflare outage on November 18, 2025 caused worldwide internet disruption. Learn about this and 5 other major internet failures that paralyzed global digital services.
The Netherlands has suspended its proposed takeover of Chinese-owned chip maker Nexperia as a goodwill gesture toward Beijing. Learn how this decision affects global chip supply chains.
Johannesburg hosts Africa's inaugural G20 summit amid global tensions. Learn about South Africa's priorities, US boycott, and the event's significance for the continent.
Widespread internet outage caused by Cloudflare glitch affects X, ChatGPT, banking services globally. Technical issues persist for hours before gradual fix implementation.
At COP30 in Brazil, UN and global leaders issue a stark warning: the Paris Agreement is lagging behind the climate crisis. They demand immediate, tangible action for a faster energy transition.
South Africa hosts crucial G20 summit focusing on debt relief for developing nations as US President Trump boycotts. Key discussions on climate financing and global inequality.
Maritime stakeholders call for urgent modernization of Nigeria's transport laws to compete globally. Experts warn outdated regulations threaten blue economy ambitions.
Indonesian authorities detain Chinese property executive WZ wanted for $138 million loan default. The fugitive had been moving through Asian nations since August. Read full details.
The 64th FirstBank Lagos Open Golf Tournament has commenced at Ikoyi Club 1938. Caddies took the first swings, with a N34.5 million prize pool and a BMW hole-in-one prize up for grabs. Read more!