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Africa will need at least two refineries the size of the Dangote facility to meet surging fuel demand, according to the Africa Finance Corporation’s State of Africa’s Infrastructure Report (SAIR) 2026, which highlights a deepening gap between the continent’s resources and its industrial capacity. The report, launched on Thursday, estimates that demand for […]
France is intensifying its drive to secure a share of Namibia’s fast-growing oil industry, backing its energy giants and deepening diplomatic engagement, even as recent disputes over deals expose regulatory tensions in one of Africa’s newest frontiers. A delegation of about 20 French energy and industrial firms concluded a business mission to Namibia […]
Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has pledged to support the construction of a new oil refinery in Tanzania, as African leaders move to reduce reliance on fuel imports from the Middle East amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. The proposed refinery will be located in the port city of Tanga and connected to Mombasa by […]
A renowned Cameroonian geoscientist, Felix Toteu, has warned that years of neglect and weak regulatory frameworks are exposing Nigeria’s geological assets to serious risk, particularly in the context of expanding mining activities. He noted that Nigeria sits on vast but underutilised geological resources that could drive mining-led growth, tourism, and education if […]
A serious head-on train collision occurred in Denmark on the morning of Thursday, April 23, 2026, causing significant alarm and emergency activity. The crash took place on a regional line linking Hillerød and Kagerup in the North Zealand region, located northeast of Copenhagen. Emergency officials confirmed that there were 37 passengers on board the two […]
A serving National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, identified as Ben Agir, was allegedly beaten to death by members of a local vigilante group in Buruku Local Government Area of Benue State. The incident reportedly occurred during a night patrol operation between 11:00 PM and 12:00 AM on Sunday, April 19, 2026. According to the […]
A Lagos woman named Adetutu Koleosho has shared how her husband sold his only property to pay for her cancer treatment. She was diagnosed with stage three cancer while she was six months pregnant. What began as a small lump soon became a serious battle. Her husband made the painful decision to sell their only […]
Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin has distributed 47 cars and 287 motorcycles to his constituents in Kano North. The gesture was designed to ease transportation struggles for ordinary people in the area. Many residents rely on these vehicles for daily work and trade. Senator Barau Jibrin explained that his action was inspired by President Bola […]
The main market in Badagry, Lagos State, has been shut down as burial rites for the late Akran of Badagry begins. The closure is part of traditional customs to honor the passing of the revered traditional ruler. All trading activities have been suspended until the rites are completed. Residents and traders have been asked to […]
