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The software revolution reshaping African banking

African Business • 25 Feb 2026, 10:20

While African banks show robust balance sheets, raw financial muscle is increasingly being overtaken by the sophistication of a bank's technology architecture, the depth of its da…

While African banks show robust balance sheets, raw financial muscle is increasingly being overtaken by the sophistication of a bank's technology architecture, the depth of its data, and its ability to price risk at velocity, thanks to AI technology.

Crisis-levels of hunger in Somalia more than double, say UN-backed experts

Africanews EN • 25 Feb 2026, 10:00

Conflict, drought and international funding cuts have left 6.5 million people in Somalia in desperate need of food, according to a new report by UN-backed experts.

Conflict, drought and international funding cuts have left 6.5 million people in Somalia in desperate need of food, according to a new report by UN-backed experts.

Executive order on oil revenues to boost foreign reserves – CBN

Premium Times Nigeria • 25 Feb 2026, 08:53

Mr Cardoso explained that at $50.45 billion, Nigeria gross external reserves provide an import cover of 9.68 months for goods and services for the country The post Executive order…

Mr Cardoso explained that at $50.45 billion, Nigeria gross external reserves provide an import cover of 9.68 months for goods and services for the country The post Executive order on oil revenues to boost foreign reserves – CBN appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

$2.4bn Grenada Resort opens citizenship window for African investors- Optiva Capital

Vanguard Nigeria • 25 Feb 2026, 08:53

$2.4bn Grenada Resort opens citizenship window for African investors- Optiva Capital By Babajide Komolafe Optiva Capital Partners has announced that the $2.4 billion Grenada Natio…

$2.4bn Grenada Resort opens citizenship window for African investors- Optiva Capital By Babajide Komolafe Optiva Capital Partners has announced that the $2.4 billion Grenada National Resort, the largest single investment in Grenada and one of the Caribbean’s most ambitious hospitality projects, is set to open in 2027. The government-approved development offers investors a pathway to Grenadian […] The post $2.4bn Grenada Resort opens citizenship window for African investors- Optiva Capital appeared first on Vanguard News.

Lasaco Assurance Plc appoints new managing director

Premium Times Nigeria • 25 Feb 2026, 08:51

"We are confident that Mr Ademoye Shobo will advance the company's strategic objectives and enhance its operational and financial performance." The post Lasaco Assurance Plc appoi…

"We are confident that Mr Ademoye Shobo will advance the company's strategic objectives and enhance its operational and financial performance." The post Lasaco Assurance Plc appoints new managing director appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Watch: Seagull rescued with CPR by Istanbul football captain after ball collision

Africanews EN • 25 Feb 2026, 08:48

Turkey witnessed an unusual scene during an amateur playoff in Istanbul when a seagull was hit by a clearance kick.

Turkey witnessed an unusual scene during an amateur playoff in Istanbul when a seagull was hit by a clearance kick.

Egypt urges more support for Lebanese army as it disarms Hezbollah

Africanews EN • 25 Feb 2026, 08:44

Egypt on Tuesday urged the international community to better support Lebanon's armed forces as the country moves forward with a plan to disarm the militant group Hezbollah and bri…

Egypt on Tuesday urged the international community to better support Lebanon's armed forces as the country moves forward with a plan to disarm the militant group Hezbollah and bring all weapons under state control.

ARCON says ADVAN using media campaign to obstruct industry reforms

Premium Times Nigeria • 25 Feb 2026, 08:32

ARCON alleged that ADVAN has "simultaneously instituted multiple lawsuits at the Federal High Court challenging its regulatory powers, while also prosecuting the same issues in th…

ARCON alleged that ADVAN has "simultaneously instituted multiple lawsuits at the Federal High Court challenging its regulatory powers, while also prosecuting the same issues in the media." The post ARCON says ADVAN using media campaign to obstruct industry reforms appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Dangote Refinery to supply 65m litres of petrol daily

Vanguard Nigeria • 25 Feb 2026, 08:30

… Exports 20m litres surplus By Udeme Akpan In a landmark shift for Nigeria’s downstream petroleum sector, Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals will supply between 60 a…

… Exports 20m litres surplus By Udeme Akpan In a landmark shift for Nigeria’s downstream petroleum sector, Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals will supply between 60 and 65 million litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) daily to meet national demand, effectively positioning the country for sustained fuel self sufficiency while exporting up to 20 million litres […] The post Dangote Refinery to supply 65m litres of petrol daily appeared first on Vanguard News.

Brazil landslides: 43 missing after heavy rain hits state of Minas Gerais

Africanews EN • 25 Feb 2026, 08:29

Brazil is facing deadly floods in Minas Gerais after record rain hit Juiz de Fora and Uba.

Brazil is facing deadly floods in Minas Gerais after record rain hit Juiz de Fora and Uba.

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