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The South African Reserve Bank has fined one of the country's largest retail lenders R28 million over anti-money laundering compliance failures. The post Major South African bank hit with huge fine over anti-money laundering failures appeared first on SA People.
At the centre of the battle is a question: can opposition parties penetrate a territory Tinubu has cultivated deep networks over decades The post South-West 2027: Can opposition parties breach Tinubu’s political fortress? appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has faulted the administration of President Bola Tinubu over the current pump price of petrol, noting that Nigerians are now paying as much as ₦1,470 per litre even though crude oil, at $102.52 per barrel, sells for far less than the $147…
4% APYs sound good. Too bad inflation is taking a bigger bite out of those yields now.
Rasha Abdel Aal, Head of the Egyptian Tax Authority (ETA), said the rules and parameters governing the proposed tax sukuk, including their rate of return, are currently being finalised ahead of their planned launch as a financing instrument for taxpayers in the domestic market within weeks. Abdel…
Anger rises in Syrian cities as fuel price hikes burden struggling households amid an ongoing cost-of-living crisis.
Gaza families face difficult choices: send children to schools in tents with few resources to pay for private school.
E20 Investment, a UAE-based investment group, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with EDAFA Venture, a regional venture capital company, to explore cooperation and investment opportunities in agriculture, aquaculture, food security, and related technologies, while supporting startups…
Firstrand Namibia reported a N$2.15-billion net profit for the year ended in June, boosted by corporate lending and reduced bad-debt provisions. The group, which owns FNB Namibia and RMB Namibia, increased its profit from N$1.91 billion in the previous financial year. Profit before tax rose by…
Access to the world market has been revolutionized within the last ten years. Traders who used to rely heavily on desktop software installed on their computers can now carry out their operations in a web browser. This development is making the trading of Contracts for Difference (CFD) much more…
A giant wave now covers part of the Vatican Apostolic Library’s historic façade as the Vatican opens a new exhibition exploring the power of water.
The WHO Representative in Nigeria, Pavel Ursu, said the incentives could encourage families to seek essential maternal and newborn services, but stressed that increased attendance must be matched by quality care. The post Stakeholders seek stronger investment to reduce maternal, newborn deaths…
The Development Bank of Southern Africa has announced record net profits and disbursements for its 2026 financial year.
Ten teams of engineers, students and technology enthusiasts set off from Sasolburg, Free State, last Thursday for an eight-day test of solar power, engineering ingenuity and endurance that could offer a glimpse into the technologies underpinning the cars of tomorrow. The ninth edition of the…
Among the cases cited was the Nkenkaasu Market in the Offinso North District, which the Minority said was constructed and commissioned under former President John Agyekum Kufuor in 2007.
The benchmark 10-year Treasury yield briefly touched the crucial 5% threshold on Monday, with oil prices marching higher, jitters about artificial intelligence growing and investors looking elsewhere for safety.
The Accra-Kumasi Expressway will be operated as a commercial asset to enable the government to recover taxpayers’ investment in the project, Chief Executive Officer of the Accra-Kumasi Expressway Limited, Francis Ahlidza, has said.
Accra will provide the setting for these discussions as Ghana continues to position itself as a key centre for Africa’s trade integration agenda. The city hosts the AfCFTA Secretariat, while President John Dramani Mahama’s recently announced “Accra Reset” calls for greater economic self-reliance…
NNPC says it is pursuing multiple pathways to expand Nigeria’s gas production, boost domestic utilisation and strengthen its position as a major global LNG supplier. The post NNPC activates multiple pathways to transform Nigeria into global gas hub —Official appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Pauline Hanson’s gas policy and the party’s relationship with Rinehart is examined in a new Guardian podcast series, The PopulistListen: The Populist: Aeroplanes and bulldozers | Episode 1 – podcastGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastOne Nation has come under fire for…
The Federal Government plans to activate 200 new telecom sites before December to connect over 20 million Nigerians in underserved communities, says minist Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-targets-200-new-telecom-sites-before-december/
SASSA has confirmed the October 2026 payment dates for older persons, disability and child grants. Here is when beneficiaries can expect their payments
