foreign investment

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World

Tony Elumelu Urges Africa to Embrace Foreign Investors for Growth

Nigerian businessman and philanthropist Tony Elumelu has called on African countries to welcome foreign investors and move beyond colonial era grievances in order...

World

East Africa Attracts $4.1 Billion Investment as Capital Market Reforms Boost Investor Confidence

East Africa has secured approximately $4.1 billion in investments between 2021 and 2025, driven by sweeping capital market reforms and foreign exchange liberalisation...

Economy

Foreign Investment Inflows Surge on NGX Amid Rising Capital Outflows

The Nigerian Exchange Limited recorded a notable shift in foreign investment activity in the first quarter of 2026, as inflows rose sharply by...

Economy

Foreign Investment in Nigeria’s Manufacturing Sector Drops Sharply Despite Capital Inflow Surge

Foreign investment into Nigeria’s manufacturing sector has declined significantly over the past two years, raising concerns about weakening investor confidence in the real...

World

Malaysia Tightens Expatriate Rules Raising Concerns Over Talent Retention

Malaysia has introduced stricter regulations governing expatriate employment, prompting concern among businesses and foreign professionals about the country’s attractiveness as a global talent...

Economy

Foreign Portfolio Investment Rises Sharply as NGX Records Strong Market Activity

Foreign portfolio investment in Nigeria’s stock market recorded a significant increase in February 2026, reflecting renewed investor confidence and improved market conditions. According...

World

Ghana Considers Local Investment Strategy to Revive Major Gold Mining Operations

The government of Ghana is exploring a renewed strategy to revive operations at a major gold mining site by prioritizing local investment and...

Economy

Nigeria’s Reforms Boost Global Confidence Ahead of Tinubu’s UK Visit

The Federal Government of Nigeria has said that the economic and governance reforms introduced by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu are strengthening global confidence...

World

India’s Foreign Exce Reserves Reach Record High

India’s foreign exchange reserves have reached a record high, signaling strengthened external stability and bolstering confidence in the country’s economic outlook. The milestone...

World

Iraqi Cabinet Approves Settlement With Russia’s Lukoil Over Oil Field Operations Transfer

Iraq’s cabinet has approved a negotiated settlement with Lukoil aimed at resolving outstanding disputes related to the transfer of operations at a major...