Business in Africa

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Travel Document Services: Passports, NIN & Nigeria Visas Made Easy

Travel Document Services: Passports, NIN & Nigeria Visas Made Easy

Nigerian passport renewal in South Africa, Eswatini and Lesotho, NIN registration for Nigerians in the diaspora, and Nigeria visas for Detty December visitors.

Aug 14, 2026 · 2 min

The Mythos Crisis: Why South African Banks Are Scrambling as AI Enters the Cyber Warfare Arena

The Mythos Crisis: Why South African Banks Are Scrambling as AI Enters the Cyber Warfare Arena

A quiet panic is rippling through South Africa's financial sector as Anthropic's frontier AI model, Claude Mythos Preview, forces banks onto high alert and reshapes cyber defence across the continent.

May 24, 2026 · 7 min

Bridging the Giants: How Alpha Nitrom is Connecting Global Innovation Hubs to the Future of Tech

Bridging the Giants: How Alpha Nitrom is Connecting Global Innovation Hubs to the Future of Tech

By Alpha Nitrom | Special to Africa Online News ​In the rapidly evolving landscape of global technology, the “overnight success” of a tech giant is rarely a solo journey. It is the result of a sophisticated ecosystem—innovation hubs that provide the infrastructure, the talent, and the technical security required to scale. ​At Alpha Nitrom, we […]

Feb 27, 2026 · 2 min

Coca-Cola set to increase Investment in Nigeria

Coca-Cola set to increase Investment in Nigeria

Coca-Cola has been ramping up its investments in Nigeria, a major market for the company in Africa. The multinational beverage giant has been focusing on expanding its footprint in the country, which includes bolstering production capacity, enhancing its distribution network, and investing in sustainability initiatives. In recent years, Coca-Cola has shown interest in sustainable practices […]

Sep 20, 2024 · 4 min

Nigeria, Africa’s largest economy, launches digital currency eNaira

Nigeria, Africa’s largest economy, launches digital currency eNaira

Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari launched the country’s new digital eNaira currency on Monday as Africa’s largest economy looked to tap into the growing popularity of virtual money and cryptocurrencies.

Oct 26, 2021 · 2 min

Emirates Airlines cancel flights to South Africa

Emirates Airlines cancel flights to South Africa

The United Arab Emirate national carrier Emirates Airlines flying out of the business and leisure city of Dubai cancelled all flights to South Africa. Reports from an online source reveals that this cancellation takes immediate effect due to protest against government regulation that requires crew members to be subjected to the same protocol as international […]

Oct 3, 2020 · 1 min

Economic Intervention Post Covid-19 as AU Chair appoints Envoys..

Economic Intervention Post Covid-19 as AU Chair appoints Envoys..

The special envoys will solicit and coordinate all pledges made by International Financial Institutions, the European Union and the G20 to assist Africa’s efforts in dealing with this global pandemic.

Apr 13, 2020 · 3 min

Dr. Okonjo Iweala appointed South Africa Presidential Economic Advisory Council member

Dr. Okonjo Iweala appointed South Africa Presidential Economic Advisory Council member

President Cyril Ramaphosa appoints Dr. Ngozi Okonjo Iweala member of his Economic Advisory Council. The Presidential Economic Advisory Council is a non-statutory and Independent body chaired by the president. The appointed members will volunteer their time and will be compensated for travel and subsistence while they serve a three-year term. Dr. Okonjo Iweala served twice […]

Mar 8, 2020 · 1 min

Walmart still committed to trade in Africa

Walmart still committed to trade in Africa

According to a recent report, Africa is considered to lead global economic growth in the conceivable future. it is the home of almost two billion people with rising household spending and growth in foreign direct investment. The continent is rich in natural resources with a majority young productive population, the potential is huge. it is […]

Feb 4, 2020 · 1 min