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War-torn Democratic Republic of Congo has drawn the line, first for Apple, among other tech companies, using ‘blood minerals’ from the country for their products. French lawyers working for the country have fired off letters to Apple’s offices in Paris and the US. The letter warned the company  to ‘cease…

Awazu, in the Ishikawa area, sat 20 kilometers away from the Mt Hakusan on one of the archipelagoes in Japan. About 1300 years ago, the god of the mountain saw the villagers’ need for wellness, and hatched plans to meet it. It took a Buddhist monk and his disciple Garyo…

In 2023, Nigeria experienced a significant setback in its efforts to attract foreign investment and promote economic growth when several multinational companies decided to exit the Nigerian market. These can be likened to rising inflation which has weakened consumers’ purchasing power, further straining businesses already grappling with higher operating costs.…

Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest man, has amassed a staggering $13.6 billion fortune, largely through his well-known, publicly traded companies such as Dangote Cement, Dangote Sugar, and NASCON, a salt production company. However, beyond these giants, Dangote’s business empire extends into several valuable, privately held entities that significantly boost his wealth. …

Africa, the vibrant and diverse continent, is home to a burgeoning economy that continues to attract global attention. In 2023, the continent has witnessed remarkable growth, with several companies standing out as frontrunners in terms of market value. These leading companies in Africa are not only contributing to the region’s…