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Africa: African Nations to Benefit From China's Two-Year Zero-Tariff Regime
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- China's zero-tariff treatment to all African countries that have diplomatic relations with it will come into effect starting May 1, 2026 to April 30, 2028.
Nigeria: 150 Displaced Persons Died in Military Detention Camp in Kwara - Amnesty International
[Premium Times] Amnesty alleges deaths and abuse of detained people in the Kwara military camp.
When even water needs a second look: Nigeria’s dangerous dance with fake products, By Ayo Banjo
The question is not just how many more Chiomas, how many more hospitalised children, how many more preventable deaths will occur before something changes. The question is also how many more investment opportunities will be lost, how many more legitimate businesses will fail, how many more economic p
WORLD IN BRIEF: Ukraine deepens strikes, Putin floats truce, US sanctions Kabila, Moody’s exits South Africa and other stories
Iran warns of ‘painful strikes’ as tensions with US escalate Iran has threatened a “long and painful” response if the read more WORLD IN BRIEF: Ukraine deepens strikes, Putin floats truce, US sanctions Kabila, Moody’s exits South Africa and other stories
Kenya: Govt Eases Fuel Standards for Six Months Amid Supply Disruptions
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Ministry of Investments Trade and Industry has approved a temporary adjustment of fuel standards to ensure steady supply amid global disruptions.
Uganda: Amnesty Urges Probe Into Alleged Security Force Abuses During January 15 Polls
[Nile Post] Amnesty International has called for urgent investigations into alleged human rights violations by security forces during Uganda's disputed January 15 presidential and parliamentary elections, citing unlawful killings, arbitrary arrests, enforced disappearances, torture, and other forms
Mali: Russia Vows to Keep Forces in Mali Despite Warning From Separatists to Withdraw
[RFI] Russia said on Thursday its forces would remain in Mali and continue backing the country's military rulers, rejecting demands from Tuareg separatists to withdraw after surprise attacks forced Russian troops out of a key northern town.
Stagnant wages leave Nigerian workers trailing peers
Tunde Alabi, a fuel attendant in Lagos, earns the national minimum wage of N70,000 ($44) a month — an income read more Stagnant wages leave Nigerian workers trailing peers
BusinessDay 01st May 2026
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