Economic Growth in Central Asia: A Mixed Picture of Expansion and Challenges Central Asia’s combined economy experienced robust growth in 2025, with regional GDP increasing by more than 6% compared to the previous year. Independent estimates suggest that growth ranged between 6.2% and 6.6%, reflecting different methodologies used by various institutions. The World Bank estimated…
Lagos State Unveils 180 New Shops at Alaba Rago Transnational Market The Lagos State Government has officially started the handover of 180 newly completed shops at the Alaba Rago Transnational Market. This initiative is part of a broader effort to provide modern trading infrastructure through public-private partnerships. The redevelopment of the market, located in the…
Understanding Blended Finance and the Power of Shared Risk In the vast, windy plains of northern Kenya lies Lake Turkana Wind Power, Africa’s largest wind farm. With 310 megawatts of clean electricity flowing into Kenya’s national grid, this project has become a symbol of renewable energy success. However, the journey to this achievement was anything…
Ghana’s Economic Recovery and the Strategic Importance of a CEPA with the UAE Ghana is entering 2026 in a more stable economic position than it was a few years ago. Macroeconomic stability has improved, inflationary pressures have eased, and confidence is gradually returning to key sectors of the economy. However, recovery alone is not the…
MTN Ghana Celebrates Major Achievements in Innovation and Community Impact MTN Ghana has been recognized as the overall winner of the 2025 MTN Group Million Dollar Challenge, solidifying its position as a top-performing operation within the MTN network. This prestigious award was announced at the MTN Global Leadership Gathering (GLG) 2026, an event where executives…
Addressing Trade Challenges for Ghana’s Economic Growth Ghana is taking steps to improve its trade environment as it aims to expand economic opportunities under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). According to the World Bank, addressing clearance delays, enhancing border management, and improving operational efficiency could significantly boost the country’s competitiveness in the business…
The Challenge of Communicating in the Media A familiar scene plays out regularly across airwaves. A company executive appears on a morning show to discuss a new service. The presenter asks a simple question: “So how does this help customers?” And the response comes loaded with phrases like, “We’re leveraging platform integration to optimise cross-sector…
Global Tourism Resilience Conference to Take Place in Nairobi World tourism policymakers, industry leaders and investors will gather in Nairobi in February as Kenya hosts the 4th Global Tourism Resilience Day, Conference and Expo (GTRDCE), placing the country at the forefront of global efforts to strengthen tourism systems against future challenges. The event is scheduled…
Rising Gold Prices in Pakistan Reflect Global Trends Gold prices in Pakistan experienced a significant upward trend on Tuesday, mirroring the recent surge in the international gold market. This development has been closely monitored by local traders and investors, who are observing how global economic factors influence domestic pricing. According to data from the Sarafa…
Lagos State Begins Distribution of Provisional Allocation Letters for Market Redevelopment The Lagos State Government has initiated the distribution of provisional letters of allocation to the first 180 beneficiaries of the Alaba Transnational Market redevelopment project. This marks a significant step in the state’s ongoing efforts to modernize its market infrastructure and improve the commercial…