BudgIT, a civic-tech organisation working to improve transparency, accountability, and citizen engagement across Africa, has appointed Mr. Vahyala Kwaga as Country Director for Nigeria, effective April 1, 2026. Mr. Kwaga steps into the role following a leadership transition within the organisation, bringing with him a strong track record in governance, […]
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The Impacts of the Middle East Conflict on Africa
Twenty-nine currencies in Africa have weakened, raising the cost of servicing external debt and importing food, fuel, and fertilizer April 6, 2026/AfDB The global economic environment has become increasingly volatile with rising frequency of major shocks worldwide. Amid spikes in energy, food and fertilizer prices caused by the ongoing conflict […]
UBA’s Chioma Mang, Michelle Nwoga Shine At 2026 Guardian Women Festival
April 6, 2026/UBA Plc Chief Executive Officer Africa 1, United Bank for Africa (UBA), Chioma Mang and UBA’s Group Chief Experience Officer, Michelle Nwoga, were among the most celebrated figures at the 2026 Guardian Woman Festival, receiving the coveted Special Recognition Awards in honour of their transformative leadership and contributions […]
