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Flutterwave gains Nigerian banking licence to run microfinance services
Premium Times Nigeria • 02 Apr 2026, 20:47
The permit opens the door for Flutterwave to access the national market directly clearing and settlement systems and streamline transaction processing without having to rely on co…
Flutterwave gains Nigerian banking licence to run microfinance services
Premium Times Nigeria • 02 Apr 2026, 20:47
The permit opens the door for Flutterwave to access the national market directly clearing and settlement systems and streamline transaction processing without having to rely on co…
The permit opens the door for Flutterwave to access the national market directly clearing and settlement systems and streamline transaction processing without having to rely on commercial banks to do so, as was the case before. The post Flutterwave gains Nigerian banking licence to run microfinance services appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Wall Street falls, oil surges after Trump threatens more attacks on Iran
Africanews EN • 02 Apr 2026, 20:28
Stocks slumped and oil prices soared Thursday after President Donald Trump vowed the U.S. will continue to attack Iran and failed to offer a clear timetable for ending the conflic…
Wall Street falls, oil surges after Trump threatens more attacks on Iran
Africanews EN • 02 Apr 2026, 20:28
Stocks slumped and oil prices soared Thursday after President Donald Trump vowed the U.S. will continue to attack Iran and failed to offer a clear timetable for ending the conflic…
Stocks slumped and oil prices soared Thursday after President Donald Trump vowed the U.S. will continue to attack Iran and failed to offer a clear timetable for ending the conflict in the Middle East.
Videos show explosions in central Iran as conflict with Israel intensifies
Africanews EN • 02 Apr 2026, 19:13
Iran was hit by a powerful new wave of strikes on Wednesday when massive explosions and thick plumes of smoke rose over Baharestan, in the Esfahan region of central Iran.
Videos show explosions in central Iran as conflict with Israel intensifies
Africanews EN • 02 Apr 2026, 19:13
Iran was hit by a powerful new wave of strikes on Wednesday when massive explosions and thick plumes of smoke rose over Baharestan, in the Esfahan region of central Iran.
Iran was hit by a powerful new wave of strikes on Wednesday when massive explosions and thick plumes of smoke rose over Baharestan, in the Esfahan region of central Iran.
From the Chrism Mass to the washing of the feet: Pope Leo’s first Easter season begins
Africanews EN • 02 Apr 2026, 19:07
Pope Leo XIV begins his first Easter as pontiff by washing priests’ feet, following a tradition previously used by Pope Francis, while warning against domination in a troubled wor…
From the Chrism Mass to the washing of the feet: Pope Leo’s first Easter season begins
Africanews EN • 02 Apr 2026, 19:07
Pope Leo XIV begins his first Easter as pontiff by washing priests’ feet, following a tradition previously used by Pope Francis, while warning against domination in a troubled wor…
Pope Leo XIV begins his first Easter as pontiff by washing priests’ feet, following a tradition previously used by Pope Francis, while warning against domination in a troubled world.
Fally Ipupa marks 20 Years of solo career with historic Stade de France show [Interview]
Africanews EN • 02 Apr 2026, 18:58
Fally Ipupa is celebrating 20 years of his solo career. For the occasion, he is releasing his eighth studio album, “XX", and inviting all music lovers to a major two-day celebrati…
Fally Ipupa marks 20 Years of solo career with historic Stade de France show [Interview]
Africanews EN • 02 Apr 2026, 18:58
Fally Ipupa is celebrating 20 years of his solo career. For the occasion, he is releasing his eighth studio album, “XX", and inviting all music lovers to a major two-day celebrati…
Fally Ipupa is celebrating 20 years of his solo career. For the occasion, he is releasing his eighth studio album, “XX", and inviting all music lovers to a major two-day celebration at the Stade de France on May 2 and 3.
ECOWAS Bank approves over $267m for projects in Nigeria, Ghana, others
Vanguard Nigeria • 02 Apr 2026, 18:48
The ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID) has approved $266.7 million and another XOF30 billion to support a portfolio of strategic infrastructure projects in Nigeria,…
ECOWAS Bank approves over $267m for projects in Nigeria, Ghana, others
Vanguard Nigeria • 02 Apr 2026, 18:48
The ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID) has approved $266.7 million and another XOF30 billion to support a portfolio of strategic infrastructure projects in Nigeria,…
The ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID) has approved $266.7 million and another XOF30 billion to support a portfolio of strategic infrastructure projects in Nigeria, The Gambia, Ghana, Senegal, and Côte d'Ivoire. The post ECOWAS Bank approves over $267m for projects in Nigeria, Ghana, others appeared first on Vanguard News.
President Putin holds talks with Egyptian Foreign Minister Abdelatty in Moscow
Africanews EN • 02 Apr 2026, 18:07
Russian President Vladimir Putin has held talks in Moscow with Egypt's foreign minister, Badr Abdelatty, focusing on the war in the Middle East and economic cooperation.
President Putin holds talks with Egyptian Foreign Minister Abdelatty in Moscow
Africanews EN • 02 Apr 2026, 18:07
Russian President Vladimir Putin has held talks in Moscow with Egypt's foreign minister, Badr Abdelatty, focusing on the war in the Middle East and economic cooperation.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has held talks in Moscow with Egypt's foreign minister, Badr Abdelatty, focusing on the war in the Middle East and economic cooperation.
Uganda: Four children killed in knife attack at Kampala kindergarten
Africanews EN • 02 Apr 2026, 15:37
The male suspect gained access to the daycare facility by posing as a parent, according to local media. Police said the four children killed were aged bewteen two and three.
Uganda: Four children killed in knife attack at Kampala kindergarten
Africanews EN • 02 Apr 2026, 15:37
The male suspect gained access to the daycare facility by posing as a parent, according to local media. Police said the four children killed were aged bewteen two and three.
The male suspect gained access to the daycare facility by posing as a parent, according to local media. Police said the four children killed were aged bewteen two and three.
Pope calls for unity during Holy Thursday mass amid global tensions
Africanews EN • 02 Apr 2026, 15:19
Pope Leo XIV led the Holy Thursday Chrism Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica, using the occasion to speak against the abuse of power and the drive for domination.
Pope calls for unity during Holy Thursday mass amid global tensions
Africanews EN • 02 Apr 2026, 15:19
Pope Leo XIV led the Holy Thursday Chrism Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica, using the occasion to speak against the abuse of power and the drive for domination.
Pope Leo XIV led the Holy Thursday Chrism Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica, using the occasion to speak against the abuse of power and the drive for domination.
More than 40 countries hold talks on ways to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
Africanews EN • 02 Apr 2026, 15:06
Britain accused Iran on Thursday of holding the world's economy hostage as diplomats from more than 40 countries held talks on ways to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shippin…
More than 40 countries hold talks on ways to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
Africanews EN • 02 Apr 2026, 15:06
Britain accused Iran on Thursday of holding the world's economy hostage as diplomats from more than 40 countries held talks on ways to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shippin…
Britain accused Iran on Thursday of holding the world's economy hostage as diplomats from more than 40 countries held talks on ways to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping route that has been choked off by the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran.