The Nigeria Tax Bill and Priority Sectors: A Path to Sustainable Growth?
Nigeria’s economy saw a notable growth of 3.84% in the fourth quarter of 2024, largely due to the service sector....
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Canada’s Strategic Move to Enhance Trade with Brazil Amid U.S. Tariffs
Canada aims to strengthen trade relations with Brazil through the Mercosur-Canada Free Trade Agreement, with particular focus on sectors such...
Transparency International Report Highlights Malawi’s Corruption Crisis
Malawi continues to grapple with entrenched public sector corruption, scoring 34 on the 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index and ranking 107th...
Prospects for South African SMEs in the Upcoming Budget
South African SMEs face new challenges with the return of loadshedding and uncertainty around the National Budget Speech amid potential...
BlackRock and MSC’s Acquisition of Panama Ports: Implications for U.S.-China Relations
A consortium led by BlackRock and MSC will acquire Hutchison's 90% stake in Panama Ports Co for US$22.8 billion. This...
Expert Recommendations for Stabilizing Ghana’s Economy at NED 2025
A group of economists at the National Economic Dialogue 2025 proposed measures to stabilize Ghana's economy, identifying factors like weak...
Ministry of Transport Refutes Lawyer Darboe’s Allegations Regarding Port Sale
The Ministry of Transport, Works and Infrastructure denies Lawyer Darboe's claims that the Port was sold, stating that the government...
Portugal’s Tourism Boom: A Spotlight on Visa-Free Travel Benefiting the Sector
Portugal is a thriving tourist destination in southwestern Europe, granting visa-free access to 93 countries, including the US, Canada, and...
Portugal’s Thriving Tourism: A Visa-Free Gateway to Rich History and Culture
Portugal, rich in history and natural beauty, offers visa-free access for travelers from ninety-three countries including the US, Canada, and...
Colombia Producer Inflation Experiences Notable Slowdown in February 2025
In February 2025, Colombia's producer inflation decreased to 5.87% year-on-year, down from 7.67% in January. Mining and quarrying experienced deflation,...
