Nigeria’s economy saw a notable improvement in the second quarter of 2024, with the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growing by 3.19%, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). This growth rate reflects an increase from the 2.51% recorded in Q2 2023 and a slight uptick from the 2.98% observed in the first quarter of […]

The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched a new agricultural initiative, “ProjectEarnFromTheSoil,” aimed at revitalizing the agricultural sector across the South-South region. The project, unveiled in Bayelsa State on August 26, 2024, seeks to empower smallholder farmers, fisherfolk, agribusinesses, and coastal communities, with a strong emphasis on integrating women into the agricultural economy. Project Overview: […]

Uganda is intensifying its efforts to secure adequate oil supplies by diversifying its import routes, a strategy aimed at addressing persistent challenges in meeting its growing demand for petroleum products. The Uganda National Oil Corporation (UNOC) has recently expanded its importation efforts to include the port of Dar es Salaam in Tanzania, supplementing the traditional […]

In response to the ongoing crude oil supply challenges affecting Nigeria’s local refining capacity, the Independent Petroleum Producers Group (IPPG) has called on the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to utilize its allocated crude oil volumes to support domestic refineries. This recommendation comes amid increasing concerns over the country’s ability to meet its refined […]

Introduction In a move reflecting a favorable outlook on inflation and strong economic growth, Rwanda’s central bank has reduced its key interest rate for the second consecutive time. On August 21, 2024, the National Bank of Rwanda (NBR) announced a 50 basis point cut to its Central Bank Rate, bringing it down to 6.5%. This […]

Ghana has officially commenced the construction of a $12 billion petroleum hub, a monumental project designed to position the West African nation as a leading player in the regional and global energy markets. President Nana Akufo-Addo inaugurated the project on Monday in the southwestern city of Jomoro, marking the beginning of a venture that the […]

In a significant move aimed at bolstering Nigeria’s economy, the Oil and Gas Free Zones Authority (OGFZA) has initiated a strategic collaboration with the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU). This partnership is expected to play a crucial role in attracting high-value foreign direct investment (FDI) and enhancing the transparency and compliance standards within Nigeria’s oil […]

The East African Community (EAC) Secretariat has raised concerns over the growing trend of partner states requesting stays of application of tax on products that are readily available within the region. This practice, while addressing immediate economic needs, is increasingly distorting intra-regional trade and complicating the implementation of the Common External Tariff (CET). Background and […]

Nigeria’s economic landscape is once again under the spotlight as the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) reports a decline in the country’s headline inflation rate to 33.40% in July 2024, down from 34.19% in June 2024. This development marks the first drop in the headline inflation rate since December 2022, when the inflation rate was […]

In a strategic move to tackle the growing unemployment crisis among Nigerian youths, President Bola Tinubu’s administration has unveiled an ambitious initiative aimed at creating three million new jobs. Known as the 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) Programme, this initiative is positioned as a cornerstone of the administration’s broader vision of integrating youth development into […]