Posts by Network Capital Research
IMF’s telecom, fuel tax suggestions could worsen Nigeria inflation, group warns
The Alliance for Economic Research and Ethics LTD/GTE has criticised the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) recommendation for new tel...
CBN mops up N6.88 trillion in two weeks to counter massive liquidity surge
To manage expected N10.90 trillion inflow into the banking system in June, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) absorbed approximately N6....
Tunisia takes its innovation ambitions to the global stage
A strong presence at London Tech Week 2026 underlined Tunisia's determination to position itself as a leading technology and innovation hub connecting Africa, Europe and the Arab world, while showcasing a new generation of startups seeking international investment and partnerships.
Africa’s startup funding rebound puts record first half within reach
After a subdued 2024, Africa's startup ecosystem is demonstrating remarkable resilience. With more than $1bn raised by the end of May and a major June deal already announced, 2026 is on course to challenge, and potentially surpass, last year's record first-half funding performance.
DRC plans mining reform as critical minerals take centre stage
As demand for critical minerals surges, DR Congo aims to boost artisanal miners and major industry through transparency and digitalisation.
Seven African countries in the firing line for new Trump tariffs
ONE Data finds that Egypt, South Africa and Morocco will be the most exposed to new tariffs targeting nations which the US claims is failing on labour standards.
UK intercepts Russian shadow fleet oil tanker in English Channel
Prime minister hails ‘yet another blow to Russia’ as part of effort to clamp down on those fuelling Ukraine warRead More
Defence tech start-up Anduril calls for reset of US arms export controls
CEO of California-based group wants to enlist allies in helping with production of lower-cost weaponsRead More
China tees up digital payments system to compete with dollar
Beijing’s cross-border currency platform will be backed by central banks of Hong Kong, Thailand, UAE and Saudi ArabiaRead More
American Narco: The gringo who fell foul of Pablo Escobar
How Greg Pahules talked his way into the Medellín cartelRead More