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Union Bank Merges with Titan Trust Bank
Union Bank completes merger with Titan Trust Bank, expanding its footprint to 293 service centers and 937 ATMs nationwide, a significant moment in nigeria banki
By Syafiqah Rosli · Aug 4, 2026
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Former Nigeria police chief Solomon Arase dies aged 69
Former Nigeria police chief Solomon Arase dies at 69 after brief illness, marking the end of a distinguished law enforcement career.
By Syafiqah Rosli · Jul 30, 2026
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Nasan Energies Expands African Leadership with Namibia Deal
Nasan Energies secures a US$50 million purchase of Namibia fuel stations, boosting its market leadership and accelerating growth across Southern Africa.
By Amirah Y · Jul 28, 2026
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Zambia Faces Growing Skills Shortage Crisis
Zambia faces growing skills shortage crisis despite having a young population with potential for economic growth through skills development.
By Nurul Hidayah · Jul 27, 2026
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De Beers halts mine sparking diamond industry concerns
De Beers halts diamond mine production, sparking industry concerns amid shifting global demand and lab-grown competition.
By Nurul Hidayah · Jul 26, 2026
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Afreximbank lends $15m to Ecobank Zimbabwe SMEs
Afreximbank provides $15 million to Ecobank Zimbabwe to boost SME exports in agribusiness, manufacturing, and tech sectors.
By Amirah Y · Jul 21, 2026
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The Hidden Alchemists: How Malaysia’s Plastic Container Manufacturers Are Reshaping Global Supply Chains
In the quiet industrial corridors of Southeast Asia, the Malaysian plastic container manufacturer has emerged as an unexpected protagonist in the global narrative of supply...
By Amirah Y · Jul 19, 2026