Family of Five Killed in India Plane Crash Days Before Starting Life Abroad
Five members of a family from Banswara in Rajasthan were among the victims of a catastrophic India plane crash that occurred in Ahmedabad on Thursday, moments after takeoff. The deceased family from Banswara have been identified as Pratik Joshi, a…
Ghana ranked 8th among Africa’s top 10 manufacturing countries; 1D1F praised
Ghana has been ranked 8th among Africa’s top 10 manufacturing countries, according to a report by The African Exponent, an analytical business information source for entrepreneurs and potential investors in Africa. The report stated that Ghana’s long-term focus on…
Bank launches N2b private varsity scholarship
Bank launches N2b private varsity scholarship Sterling Bank Limited, Sterling Bank has announced an over N2 billion commitment for private university scholarships for young Nigerians. Unveiled on Democracy Day, the initiative: Beyond Education, represents a step towards building future…
Lagos issues order to regulate electricity market operations
The Lagos State Electricity Regulatory Commission (LASERC) has formally issued Order No. LASERC ORDER/001/2025, establishing the regulatory framework for electricity market operations within the state. This marks the official end of the transition period for the transfer of regulatory…
Dangote Steps Down as Dangote Sugar Chairman After 20 Years
Aliko Dangote, Nigeria’s richest businessman, is stepping down from his role as Chairman of Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc after 20 years of leading the company. The announcement was made on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, through a company statement. His exit…
Abia Workers Commend Governor Otti for Clearing ₦40 Billion in Salary and Pension Arrears
Abia Workers Commend Governor Otti for Clearing ₦40 Billion in Salary and Pension Arrears Last updated: June 12, 2025 6:55 pm Track News Abia State workers, under the aegis of the State Public Service Negotiating Council (SPSNC), have…
India to London plane crashes with 242 people on board
A plane carrying 242 people, including 53 British nationals, to London Gatwick has crashed in India. Local police said there appeared to be no survivors after the Air India flight came down in a residential area near Ahmedabad Airport shortly…
Zimbabwe to implement ban on exports of lithium mineral concentrates in 2027
The Zimbabwean government’s Ministry for Mines announced a proposed ban on exports of all lithium concentrates to come into effect in January 2027. The Government of Zimbabwe announced a ban on lithium concentrates will be implemented from January 2027, impacting…
Tanzania’s port sector gains trigger World Bank reversal, says President Samia
Tanzania’s port sector gains trigger World Bank reversal, says President Samia President Samia Suluhu Hassan presents an award for outstanding dividend contribution to the Chairman of the TPA Board, retired IGP Ernest Mangu, accompanied by TPA Director General Plasduce Mbossa….
Zambia projects strongest economic growth in four years
Zambia’s economy is expected to grow by at least 6% in 2025, the strongest expansion since 2021, driven by increased copper production and improved rainfall. Zambia has emerged from a lengthy debt restructuring process, aiding growth prospects and bolstering returns…