Coverage
South Africa's Economy Sends Mixed Signals as Unemployment Hits 33.6%, Even as Spending Data Shows Signs of Life
Johannesburg — 14 August 2026 South Africa’s economy delivered one of its more contradictory weeks in recent memory: a headline unemployment rate…
When Oil Crosses $90: Why One Price Can Change Economies Around the World
Global Energy Markets | 20 July 2026 Oil prices have climbed above $90 per barrel, reaching their highest level in more than…
The Return of State Ownership? Why Britain's Steel Decision Matters Far Beyond the UK
For much of the past four decades, the direction of economic policy in many advanced economies seemed settled. Governments sold state-owned enterprises.…
What Every Investor Looks for Before Bringing Money Into Nigeria
ABUJA, NIGERIA — When governments announce new investment policies, tax incentives or business reforms, the expectation is often that foreign and local…
Why Nigerian Companies Are Investing More in Their Own Power Generation Than Ever Before
LAGOS, NIGERIA — Across Nigeria, a quiet transformation is taking place inside factories, industrial estates, commercial buildings and corporate headquarters. Rather than…
IMF Report Raises Questions Over Nigeria's Fiscal Reporting as Government Rejects 'Missing ₦8.8 Trillion' Claim
Nigeria’s fiscal reporting framework has come under renewed scrutiny following observations contained in the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) 2026 Article IV Consultation,…
Why Export Diversification Matters More Than Export Volume
For decades, export performance has often been measured by a single question: How much did a country export? It is an important…
PROJECT ANALYSIS
Securing Mining Communities: What Osun’s New Intelligence Framework Could Mean for Investors, Communities and the Future of Mining The Osun State Government’s…
Beyond the Balance Sheet: The Wider Economic Impact of Bank Loan Performance
Bank loan performance is often viewed through the lens of quarterly earnings, regulatory disclosures, or financial stability reports. Discussions typically focus on…