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Business / 1 week ago
These five countries are the propellers of Africa's GDP for 2025
Africa's total GDP comes from just five countries. These countries are Nigeria, South Africa, Egypt, Algeria and Ethiopia, whose combined output in 2024 is estimated at around $1.4 trillion, roughly equal to the GDP of the other 49 African countries combined. Africa's total GDP comes from just five countries. These countries are Nigeria, South Africa, Egypt, Algeria and Ethiopia, whose combined output in 2024 is estimated at around $1.4 trillion, roughly equal to the GDP of the other 49 African countries combined. According to data from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank, Africa’s total GDP in 2024 stands at just under $3 trillion, with these five economies accounting for close to 50% of that figure. Nigeria remains Africa’s largest economy, driven by population size, services and energy exports, while South Africa continues to dominate in financial services, manufacturing and capital markets.
Culture / 10 weeks ago
What countries celebrate on their National Days
National days are more than holidays as they reflect how nations define their own identity. A new world map breaks down the reasons countries celebrate their national days, whether it’s independence, revolution, unification, the founding of government, or even a saint’s feast. Red marks countries that commemorate independence (the largest category). Orange shows nations that mark the formation of government. Yellow indicates unification moments, green reflects revolution, blue for saint days, purple for discovery, and pink for other reasons or when the reasoning doesn’t fit neatly into those categories. The striped pattern indicates where no data is available.
Politics / 18 weeks ago
Cost of living in Africa: Egypt most affordable, Zimbabwe most expensive
A new analysis of living costs across Africa shows striking differences between countries. Based on a comparative index of expenses such as housing, food, and transportation, Egypt ranks as the most affordable country, while Zimbabwe is the most expensive. The map, compiled from Numbeo’s 2024 Cost of Living Index and supported by other regional data, highlights how daily expenses vary widely across the continent.
Business / 1 year ago
Top 5 largest economies in Africa in 2024
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released its latest projections for the largest economies in Africa for 2024. These rankings are based on Gross Domestic Product (GDP) at current prices, reflecting the economic strength and growth potential of each country.
Environment / 1 year ago
Top 5 driest countries in the world
With the world witnessing unprecedented heatwaves and soaring temperatures, it is no news that water scarcity comes as a pressing global concern. April 2024, according to The European Union’s climate monitoring service Copernicus, remains the hottest month ever recorded globally.
