Economic integration through collaboration: Agenda for South East Development Commission

The recent inauguration of the South East Development Commission (SEDC) by the Minister of Regional Development, Alhaji Abubakar Momoh marks a significant milestone for the economic landscape of Nigeria’s South East region. Spearheaded by President Bola …

Opportunities for aviation in Africa – is the door for development finally set to open?

Opportunities for aviation in Africa – is the door for development finally set to open?Analysis The aviation industry in Africa presents both significant opportunities and challenges, with the potential for remarkable growth driven by economic development, …

European naval force helps free ship seized by suspected Somali pirates off Horn of Africa

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — A European naval force in the Middle East helped free a Yemeni fishing boat seized by suspected Somali pirates off the Horn of Africa, authorities said. The naval force, known as EUNAVFOR Atalanta, said late Thursday the …

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Relief for Bruno Obodha as petitioner withdraws case challenging his appointment as East African Portland Cement MD

Following months of back and forth over the leadership of East African Portland Cement, embattled Managing Director Bruno Oguda Obodha can now breathe a sigh of relief after petitions filed against him were withdrawn. Oguda’s appointment by President …

NEW WORLD: Scientists say formation of Earth’s sixth ocean could 'transform' Africa forever

The East African Rift System extends over thousands of kilometers ( Image: NASA) In the dry deserts of Ethiopia, a geological wonder has been quietly taking shape since 2005—a 35-mile-long crack known as the East African Rift. This rift is not just an …

Inspired by Pope Francis, East African Catholics seek foreign debt cancellation

NAIROBI, Kenya (RNS) — Catholic leaders in East Africa launched a campaign on Wednesday (Feb. 12) to advocate for the cancellation of ballooning foreign debts stagnating the countries’ economic development and contributing to poverty. The Jubilee 2025 Debt …

Starbucks Announces Major Middle East Expansion With 500 New Stores Planned

(MENAFN- The Arabian Post) Starbucks has unveiled an ambitious plan to significantly increase its presence in the Middle East by opening approximately 500 new stores over the next five years. This expansion is expected to create around 5,000 jobs in the …

Renewed push for India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor

The plan of India and the US to work together to advance the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEEC) could give a shot in the arm for Indian foreign trade, which is growing at a rate much below potential and often turns to be a drag on its gross …

Irish Businesses Must Look East as Trump Tariffs Loom

The CEO of the Arab Irish Chamber of Commerce (AICC) is urging Irish businesses battling the uncertainty of “what’s next” during the Trump administration to consider expanding their trade strategy to the Arab world – or risk being left behind. AICC CEO …