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FertProMax bets on technology, ethics to disrupt Nigeria’s IVF market
A Lagos-based fertility centre, FertProMax Fertility Clinic, is positioning itself to reshape Nigeria’s fast-growing in-vitro fertilisation (IVF) market by combining advanced medical technology with a strong focus on ethical reproductive care. Speaking during a media tour of the facility, Olajide ...
Ethiopia’s Economic Path in 2025–2026: Reform Momentum and Regional Comparisons
By Andualem Sisay Gessesse – The International Monetary fund (IMF) says in 2025, Ethiopia emerged as one of Sub‑Saharan Africa’s fastest‑growing economies. The IMF’s April 2026 Regional Economic Outlook places Ethiopia firmly among the continent’s leaders, with GDP growth above 6%. b...
Tennista Foundation targets global pathways for Nigerian tennis stars
The Tennista Foundation has unveiled plans to create international opportunities for young Nigerian players as the second edition of its Junior Tennis Tournament gets underway in Lagos. The three-day competition, which began on Thursday at the Lagos Country Club, will run until Saturday, featuring U...
Nigeria bets on global sustainability standards to unlock $31.5bn gap
Nigeria is stepping up efforts to adopt global sustainability reporting rules, betting that stronger transparency will attract foreign investment and help close its $31.5 billion annual funding gap for development goals. At the center of this push is the adoption of the International Sustainability ...
We’re not joining APC – Bauchi PDP Chairman
Sama’ila Adamu Burga, chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Bauchi State chapter, on Saturday said that they are not joining the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC) in the country. The state party chairman said this during a press conference, held at the Yandoka party secret...
FIFA, New Jersey Governor clash over $150 World Cup train fares
World football governing body FIFA has responded to criticism from New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill, warning that increased transport fares for the 2026 World Cup could create logistical challenges for fans. Dispute over rising transport costs Sherrill had blamed FIFA for supporters potentially pa...
Ethiopian Coffee Culture: Ritual, Social Structure, and Visitor Experience
By BEHAK – Coffee in Ethiopia functions not only as an agricultural product but as a cultural system deeply embedded in daily life. While the country is widely recognized as the birthplace of coffee, this historical association represents only one dimension of its significance. In practice, co...
Global Report Highlights Africa’s Tourism Recovery
A new global travel and tourism report released by World Travel Market (WTM) Africa highlights the recovery of tourism industry n Africa. Africa welcomed 81 million international visitors in 2025 – 8% growth, the fastest of any region globally – and aviation capacity surged 13.7% to 182.4 millio...
How UAE Logistics Coordination Boost Trade Continuity for Ethiopia’s Markets, Beyond
As Ethiopia continues to diversify its trade corridors and strengthen supply chain resilience, the UAE’s latest logistics coordination efforts send a timely signal of stability across the Gulf-linked routes that remain central to the country’s import continuity, export reliability, and the unint...
Airlines suspend planned shutdown of flight operations
Airline operators in Nigeria (AON) have temporarily suspended their planned shutdown over increase in aviation fuel. The operators noted that while the suspension is temporary, their next line of action depends on the outcome of a meeting with Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace ...
Google Gemini’s adoption surge as AI adoption rise
Google’s artificial intelligence assistant, Gemini, is rapidly owning its place as one of the most widely used AI platforms globally, which highlights growth in users, performance, and enterprise adoption. Recent data from Bayelsa Watch show that Gemini has evolved far beyond its early days as Bar...
Nigeria steps up as regional anchor for policy capacity development
… Formalises $500,000 to AFRITAC West 2 Washington || Nigeria has formalised a $500,000 contribution to the third phase of the African Regional Technical Assistance Centre West 2 (AFRITAC West 2), reinforcing its role as a key supporter of regional capacity development and policy strengt...
US-Iran ceasefire puts pressure on Maser Group’s $150m Oil trade
A crude oil position linked to Maser Group has come under financial pressure following the US-Iran ceasefire, which reversed the market conditions that originally supported the trade.The position, estimated at around $150 million, is held through an African subsidiary of Maser Group using the IBKR b...
NGX expands trading window from 9 am to 4 pm
Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) has announced the expansion of its trading hours from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (WAT), effective Monday April 27, 2026, in a move designed to deepen market liquidity, enhance price discovery, and broaden investor access. Approved by the Securities and Exchange Commission...
Investors’ interest in build-to-let dying despite $2trn rental boom
Investment interest in rental property is gradually declining, creating a curious situation in a country where the rental market is experiencing a boom, or what experts have described as a price revolution. Before now, corporate and individual developers built houses solely for rent. Stories abound ...
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