Farmers in Zimbabwe report that climate-smart agriculture initiatives have improved harvests and strengthened food security. In the Mberengwa and Bulilima districts, farmers noted higher yields of maize and traditional grains, according to the Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation (ZBC), a partner of TV BRICS. Local farmers said favorable rainfall, combined with modern farming techniques, has transformed agricultural output in Mberengwa. Despite the region’s classification as an arid zone, communities are now recording notable productivity gains. Farmers attributed the improvements to mechanized tools and conservation agriculture practices introduced under national support programs. These measures have reduced labor demands and increased efficiency during planting…
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As part of Orange Money’s exclusive offers, the electronic wallet is enabling its customers to send money transfers to Orange Cash in Egypt without any transfer commission. Additionally, under the offer’s terms, the recipient will gain financial rewards of up to EGP 700 along with a chance to win flight tickets (from Cairo to Amman) or (from Amman to Cairo) for customers who receive the most transfers throughout the initiative. Extending until 30 June 2026, the offer contributes to empowering secure and smooth financial transactions through the e-wallet. Likewise, Orange Jordan is committed as the true responsible digital leader to facilitating…
Paga Group Ltd has announced a leadership transition, with Opeyemi Oyinloye stepping into the role of Group Chief Operating Officer and Chief Executive Officer of Paga Nigeria, pending regulatory approval. The announcement marks a new chapter for the fintech company as it celebrates 17 years of operations and continued expansion in digital financial services. Oyinloye’s appointment follows seven years at the company, where he served in business operations and contributed to scaling core infrastructure and customer-facing systems. In a statement shared internally, the company described his elevation as a natural progression built on years of operational leadership and deep understanding of…
The Abia State government says it has commenced the rehabilitation of key heritage sites to reposition the tourism sector and attract more visitors to the state. The Commissioner for Information, Mr Okey Kanu said this while briefing journalists on the outcome of State Executive Council (SEC) meeting in Umuahia, on Tuesday. According to the spokesperson, the state government has approved the first phase of modernising Arochukwu Waterfall, to boost tourism. ”Such development aimed at enhancing the tourism value of the waterfall, It is a major tourist destination, “The first phase would cover the development of key visitor infrastructure, including entrance…
Following the Middle East crisis and their ripple effects on global energy markets, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery has increased the gantry price of petrol and diesel, further tightening pressure on consumers and businesses across Nigeria. A top official at the refinery, who confirmed the development to our correspondent on Tuesday night, said the facility adjusted its pricing in response to prevailing international crude oil benchmarks and market realities. The new pricing template shows that petrol rose by N75 per litre to N1,275, representing an increase of about 5.02 per cent, while diesel jumped by N200 per litre to N1,950. This…
Stakeholders in Anambra State have said that effective implementation of climate-smart agriculture and bamboo development strategies could generate over 20,000 jobs for youths and significantly boost the state’s economy. The stakeholders made the assertion at a sensitisation programme held at Nnewi North Local Government Area of Anambra on Wednesday. The programme, themed “Sowing Seeds, Growing Future,” was organised by the Nigeria Youth Parliament in collaboration with the Sahelian Institute for Bamboo Research and Entrepreneurial Development (SIBRED). Delivering the keynote address, former Commissioner for Agriculture, Dr Forster Ihejiofor, said a structured investment in bamboo and climate-smart agriculture could transform rural economies…
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has released the timetable for the 2026 Batch ‘A’ Stream Two orientation course for prospective corps members scheduled to take place nationwide across all states. The scheme disclosed this in a statement issued by its Director of Information and Public Relations, Mrs Caroline Embu, on Wednesday in Abuja, outlining key dates and guidelines for participants. According to the statement, the three-week orientation course will hold simultaneously in all the 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory for eligible participants nationwide. She said the exercise would commence with the reception and registration…
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said Greece will ban children under the age of 15 from accessing social media starting Jan. 1, 2027. In a social media post, Mitsotakis said the decision followed extensive discussions with parents and young people, many of whom expressed concerns over sleep disruption, increased stress and excessive mobile phone use among children. “The scientific evidence is clear: when children spend long hours in front of screens, the brain does not rest,” adding that the government had decided to proceed with “a difficult but necessary measure.” According to the prime minister, the relevant regulatory framework will…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is set to recapitalise and restructure development finance institutions (DFIs) as part of a broader push to close a massive financing gap confronting micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). CBN Deputy Governor for Economic Policy, Muhammad Sani Abdullahi, disclosed this at a panel session during the launch of the Nigeria Development Update (NDU) by the World Bank in Abuja on Tuesday. He said a recent assessment by the apex bank showed a stark mismatch between the capacity of DFIs and the credit needs of businesses. “Across all DFIs in Nigeria, the combined asset base…
Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) shows the naira weakened to N1,389/$ on Tuesday, as external reserves declined by about $850 million within three weeks. The currency came under mild pressure amid global volatility driven by geopolitical tensions and shifting investor sentiment. Intraday trading saw the naira fluctuate between N1,381/$ and N1,390/$, with an average rate of N1,386.3/$—underscoring a relatively tight but pressured trading band. This compares with N1,382.75/$ recorded before the Easter break. Activity in the NFEM window remained moderate, with interbank turnover at 48.66 million across 71 deals. On the reserves side, CBN data shows a…