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SA economy records growth thanks to positive contribution from agriculture
The South African economy has shown a 0.1% growth in the first quarter of 2025, according to data released by Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) on Tuesday. Agriculture stood out as the biggest positive contributor, growing by 15.8%. This improvement added 0.4% to the gross domestic product (GDP...
UK economy grows unexpectedly – will it continue?
The British economy started the year with an unexpectedly strong burst of growth. Output grew by 0.7 per cent across the first three months of 2025. ...
US economy unexpectedly shrinks on import surge before Trump tariffs
WASHINGTON: The US economy unexpectedly contracted in the first three months of the year due largely to a surge in imports as businesses and consumers stockpiled ahead of the introduction of President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs.The gross domestic product of the world’s largest economy decreased at an annual rate of 0.3 percent in the first
That “Blue” in the Blue Economy – A PR Perspective by YAShuaib
Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Alhaji Gboyega Oyetola and Stakeholders That “Blue” in the Blue Economy – A PR Perspective By Yushau A. Shuaib When the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) introduced ‘Marine and Blue Economy’ as a new category in its annual National Spokespersons Awards (NSAwards), few anticipated the overwhelming response it
The Nostalgia Economy: How Egyptians Are Cashing In on the Past
The clinking of glasses and the low murmur of conversation fill the air at Café Riche. Sunlight streams through the windows, casting a warm glow on wooden tables that have hosted generations of writers, artists, and revolutionaries. This is where Naguib Mahfouz once sat, where political activists gathered and Egypt’s history lingers quietly in the
Nigeria’s economy burdened by abandoned projects – Rewane
The Managing Director of Financial Derivatives Company Limited, Bismarck Rewane, has described Nigeria as a graveyard of abandoned projects and criticized the federal government’s Highway Development Management Initiative as a burden on growth. Rewane made this disclosure in his presentation at this month’s Lagos Business School Breakfast Session titled “Nigeria in 2025: Breakthrough or Fall
China’s economy is off to a solid start, rising 4.5% in Q1 2023
China's economy is off to a solid start in 2023 following its emergence from three years of strict pandemic restrictions...
The economy has started picking up, Nigerians will smile – Kashim Shettima
Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed optimism about Nigeria’s economic prospects, predicting significant growth in 2025. In a video shared on X by President Bola Tinubu’s Special Assistant on Social Media, Dada Olusegun, Shettima reassured Nigerians of better days ahead, stating that the government is working closely with the National Assembly to tackle the nation’s
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Penn Entertainment’s Shareholders Decide to Slash CEO Pay Package
Penn Entertainment’s shareholders have finally rallied and decided to slash the remuneration package of CEO Jay Snowden this year, with the cap now set at a maximum of $17.4 million from previously $25.3 million. Penn Entertainment’s Boss Payment Now Restricted to $17.4M As the brand continues to recalibrate and readjust, shareholders have voted in droves
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Siya Goyal chose to kill Ketan to not ‘bring disrespect to her family’: Co-accused Chetan reveals motive of Pune case
Police said Siya and Chetan wanted to “eliminate” Ketan before she and the businessman were scheduled to leave for Bali for a pre-wedding photoshoot. Hoodie In Heat, Phone Left Behind: How Pune Cops Cracked Pune Businessman Murder Case Siya Goyal did not want to walk away from her engagement with Ketan Agarwal and elope
Health
Why higher health cover is becoming the new normal for Indian families
Santosh Puri, Head – Retail Health & Travel Underwriting at Tata AIG General Insurance, and Amit Chhabra, Chief Business Officer at Policybazaar.com, said health insurance adoption in India is improving amid rising medical costs and growing awareness. Consumers are increasingly opting for higher sum insured plans and comprehensive coverage. While insurers are expanding into smaller
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HCLTech signs AI-focused deals with Nokia and renewable fuels firm Neste
HCLTech has announced two new partnerships aimed at expanding its AI-led business. The company will work with Nokia on AI-driven network automation for telecom operators and help Finland-based Neste improve efficiency through artificial intelligence and IT transformation. 3 Min Read HCL Technologies Ltd. on Wednesday, June 24, announced two strategic partnerships aimed at boosting its
Clarity
CLARITY Act News: Odds Crash to 48% as Senate Talks Break Down and Opposition Widens
The future of U.S. crypto regulation has entered a critical phase, and the highly anticipated CLARITY Act is now facing fresh roadblocks just as lawmakers race against the clock. In this update, we dive into the latest CLARITY Act News and what it means for the industry. According to journalist Eleanor Terrett, a coalition of

