Growth Notes
Port Harcourt’s Decline Turns Garden City Ghost
Port Harcourt decline is turning the Garden City into a ghost town, as failing municipal services and empty streets signal a growing urban crisis.
By Ain Zulkifli · Aug 26, 2026
Category: Growth Notes
Growth Notes
Nigeria’s 2027 Election Campaign Starts Early
nigeria 2027 election campaign starts early as billboards and rallies flood Lagos and Abuja, violating the 150‑day outreach limit set by the Electoral Act.
By Sofea Mansor · Aug 25, 2026
Growth Notes
Naira hits six-month high against dollar
Naira hits a six-month high against the dollar at N1,514.86, driven by CBN reforms and $4.1B forex injections. Discover key market impacts.
By Sofea Mansor · Aug 24, 2026
Growth Notes
South Africa Unveils Plan for Responsible AI
South Africa unveils new plan for responsible AI with Activate SA. Learn about the SAAIA initiative and government strategy.
By Ain Zulkifli · Aug 18, 2026
Growth Notes
Bowmans Joins South African AI Association Advisory Board
Bowmans joins the South African AI Association Advisory Board to strengthen responsible AI adoption and governance. Learn about this key development in AI regul
By Sofea Mansor · Aug 13, 2026
Growth Notes
African firms face growing cyber espionage threats
African firms face a 40% surge in cyber espionage threats, targeting corporate data and credentials amid rising spyware attacks.
By Ain Zulkifli · Aug 8, 2026
Growth Notes
Johannesburg street food gains global attention
Johannesburg street food gains global attention as a top destination for flavor and experience, ranking eighth in the world for street food.
By Ain Zulkifli · Aug 6, 2026
Growth Notes
Tech aids wildfire resilience in southern Africa
Discover how technology is improving wildfire resilience in southern Africa by enhancing early detection, response, and prevention strategies.
By Ain Zulkifli · Aug 5, 2026
Growth Notes
De Beers’ Venetia Pause Sparks Industry Uncertainty
The Venetia pause highlights growing uncertainty in the diamond market as De Beers halts production, raising concerns for South Africa's mining sector and globa
By Ain Zulkifli · Aug 1, 2026
Growth Notes
Adenia Partners Buys Minet Group Stake
Adenia Partners acquires majority stake in Minet Group, Africa's largest insurance brokerage firm, expanding its presence in the market.
By Husna Adnan · Jul 28, 2026