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BUSINESSSep 3DRC Copper Exploration Advances After Promising Drill ResultCopper exploration in the Democratic Republic of Congo is progressing following a promising drill result, suggesting potential for significant resource development. This indicates positive developments in the mining sector and economic prospects for the region.punchng.com · Nigeria
BUSINESSSep 3Agric sector’s stakeholders disagree over food inflation· Express surprise over inclusion of garri by NBS · Lists causes of high food prices By Cynthia Alo Stakeholders in the agricultural sector and economy experts have raised concerns over the latest food inflation report released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), describing it as inconsistent with prevailing conditions in farms and markets […] The post Agric sector’s stakeholders disagree over food inflation appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSSep 3Governor Lawal speaks at 2026 CEO Forum on aligning business decisions to unlock investments, economic growthGovernor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State yesterday attended the CEO Forum 2026 and spoke on connecting capital to opportunities and aligning decisions to unlock productive investments and inclusive economic growth. The governor delivered the Special Policy Address/NGWF Presentation at the event organised by the Global Compact Network Nigeria. The theme of this year’s event, “Financing […] The post Governor Lawal speaks at 2026 CEO Forum on aligning business decisions to unlock investments, economic growth appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSSep 3Low productivity, market gaps trap farmers in poverty — ExpertsBy Cynthia Alo & Kafayat Kokumo Industry experts have said Nigerian farmers are trapped in poverty by low productivity and supply chain gaps that can cost smallholders up to 60 per cent of their produce. They spoke recently at the second edition of the Climate Smart Agriculture Dialogue Series organised by TransGreen Foundation, where they […] The post Low productivity, market gaps trap farmers in poverty — Experts appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSSep 2Uber shuts operations in Nigeria and Uganda with immediate effectNigeria - Africa's most populous country - is proving a tough market for ride-hailing services.BBC World
BUSINESSSep 2Namibia : Historic Kapps Hotel Set for Revival ... Lüderitz Eyes Tourism GrowthThe historic Kapps Hotel in Namibia is set for revival, with Lüderitz aiming to boost tourism growth. This represents a local development initiative for the tourism sector.allafrica.com · Nigeria
BUSINESSSep 2Mercedes Vera Martin (IMF): « The treatment of Senegal's debt has begun »Le FMI et Dakar ont trouvé un accord sur un prêt de 2,2 milliards de dollars pour permettre au pays de retrouver une trajectoire d’endettement soutenable. Dans un entretien, la cheffe de mission du FMI au Sénégal détaille les prochaines étapes de ce processus au long cours.Jeune Afrique
BUSINESSSep 2Uber Is Leaving Nigeria: Seven Things You Need To KnowUber said it will discontinue its operations in Nigeria from Wednesday. The post Uber Is Leaving Nigeria: Seven Things You Need To Know appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
BUSINESSSep 2Royal Exchange appoints Geoffrey Ohen as non-executive directorThe Royal Exchange stated that Mr Ohen is expected to support its strategic leadership and expansion initiatives. The post Royal Exchange appoints Geoffrey Ohen as non-executive director appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSSep 2N Seven raises Guinness Nigeria stake to 70.9%By Segun-Ogundeyi Fiyinfoluwa LAGOS — N Seven Nigeria Limited, the Tolaram Group company that controls Guinness Nigeria Plc, has increased its stake in the brewer to 70.9 per cent, according to a disclosure to the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX). The company acquired an additional 499,987 Guinness Nigeria shares at N370.90 per share, in a transaction […] The post N Seven raises Guinness Nigeria stake to 70.9% appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSSep 2South African airline behind daring stadium stunt cancels next flyby, regulator saysThe civil aviation authority says it is also investigating last Saturday's aerial display.BBC World
BUSINESSSep 2Tax reforms boost Nigeria’s revenue to N21.6trn in H1 2026 — Uba SaniBy Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo KADUNA — Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, on Wednesday said Nigeria’s revenue had risen significantly following the tax reforms introduced by the administration of President Bola Tinubu. Sani, who spoke at the 160th meeting of the Joint Revenue Board in Kaduna, said revenue reached approximately N21.6 trillion in the first half […] The post Tax reforms boost Nigeria’s revenue to N21.6trn in H1 2026 — Uba Sani appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSSep 2$80bn digital economy: Sanwo-Olu eyes Africa’s innovation capital— Experts seek African digital trust framework By Olasunkanmi Akoni LAGOS — Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has expressed confidence that the state will emerge not only as Nigeria’s commercial capital but also as Africa’s innovation capital, with more than $80 billion in commitments to technology development. Sanwo-Olu spoke on Wednesday at the GITEX Nigeria […] The post $80bn digital economy: Sanwo-Olu eyes Africa’s innovation capital appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSSep 2Senegal's Debt: What We Know About the New Agreement Concluded with the IMFLe Sénégal a annoncé un accord technique avec le FMI portant sur un programme de 2,2 milliards de dollars pour la période 2026-2029. Très attendu dans un contexte de forte crise de la dette, cet accord doit toutefois encore être approuvé par les instances dirigeantes du FMI.BBC Afrique
BUSINESSSep 2Uber exits Nigeria after 12 years of operationBut the ride-hailing company said the decision to exit Nigeria is unrelated to the recent FAAN directive concerning e-hailing operations at Nigerian airports. The post Uber exits Nigeria after 12 years of operation appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSSep 2How Chinese Used-Car Platforms Are Expanding Access to Affordable Vehicles in AfricaFor many families and small businesses across West Africa, a vehicle is not simply a lifestyle purchase. It can affect the length of a daily commute, whether children can travel reliably to school, or how many deliveries a business can complete. Yet a used car that fits the purchase budget is not necessarily affordable to […] The post How Chinese Used-Car Platforms Are Expanding Access to Affordable Vehicles in Africa appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSSep 2Uber to exit Nigeria after 12 years of operationsRide-hailing company Uber is set to wind down its operations in Nigeria effective Wednesday, September 2, 2026, bringing an end to its 12-year presence in the country. The post ‘We apologise for the inconvenience’, Uber exits Nigeria after 12 years of operations appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSSep 2NCDMB participates in Africa Oil Week 2026, champions local content and industrial growthThe event brings together industry leaders, governments, regulators, investors, and service providers to develop policy, share discoveries, secure investment, and shape the continent’s energy future The post NCDMB participates in Africa Oil Week 2026, champions local content and industrial growth appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSSep 2IMF reaches historical loan agreement with SenegalThe IMF and Senegal have agreed on a new 2.2 billion-dollar loan programme to support financial reforms, a relief for the country after a huge amount of unreported debt recently came to light. The president has accused his predecessor of hiding the true state of the country's imbalanced budget deficit.France 24 [en]
BUSINESSSep 2With Sothema, Lamia Tazi wants to conquer the African pharmaceutical marketLa fille du fondateur du laboratoire pharmaceutique, qui fut le fer de lance de la riposte marocaine contre le Covid-19, veut capitaliser sur son expérience sénégalaise pour accélérer son expansion sur le continent.Jeune Afrique
BUSINESSSep 2Champion Breweries appoints Malolan Sampath as MD/CEOThe company said its appointment comes as it enters a new phase of growth and transformation. The post Champion Breweries appoints Malolan Sampath as MD/CEO appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSSep 2NNPC records decline in oil, gas output in July as disruptions hit operationsThe decline in production came despite NNPC’s ongoing efforts to improve output and sustain operational efficiency across its assets. The post NNPC records decline in oil, gas output in July as disruptions hit operations appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
BUSINESSSep 2Kenya shifts to electric cars as fuel prices soar 50%In Kenya, locally made eletric vehicles are gaining traction as fuel prices rise. As more and more Kenyans consider going electric, local firms are stepping up to assemble EV's domestically.France 24 [en]
BUSINESSSep 2Full list of African countries where cars are madeAfrica's automotive industry is often associated with the assembly of vehicles belonging to international brands, but several companies on the continent have also developed their own vehicle brands and manufacturing operations. The post Full list of African countries where cars are made appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria