Across much of the developing world, digital credit has been hailed as a breakthrough in financial inclusion—offering fast, mobile-based loans to millions previously excluded from formal banking systems. But a growing body of evidence suggests that the model may be built on what some economists now describe as a “Faustian bargain”: rapid expansion first, regulation…
Japan has stepped up its economic and diplomatic engagement across Africa, with a senior Tokyo envoy concluding a multi-country tour that placed Angola’s oil and mineral wealth at the centre of renewed interest in securing long-term resource partnerships. The visit, led by a top Japanese foreign ministry official, included stops in Angola, Kenya, Zambia and…
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Leapmotor is making a bold push into Europe’s most competitive car market, offering German drivers a fully electric vehicle for as little as $57 (€50) per month with no upfront deposit—an aggressive pricing strategy that is shaking up Europe’s automotive industry. The offer applies to the company’s compact T03 model, a…
United States President Donald Trump concluded a high-profile state visit to Xi Jinping in Beijing this week, marking the most significant diplomatic engagement between the world’s two largest economies since Trump’s return to the White House. The summit, held at Beijing’s Great Hall of the People, focused heavily on trade, technology, Taiwan, energy security and…
For millions of households across the United Kingdom, utility bills have become one of the biggest financial burdens of daily life. From gas and electricity to water and broadband, the cost of keeping homes running continues to outpace the comfort many families once took for granted. According to Ofgem, the UK energy price cap for…
Keir Starmer is facing the most serious political crisis of his premiership after telling Cabinet ministers he “will not quit” despite mounting calls from senior Labour figures and MPs for him to step down. During a tense Cabinet meeting on Tuesday morning, the Prime Minister reportedly urged ministers to unite behind his leadership as pressure…
Nigeria has recorded a major boost in its international oil trade after selling approximately $578 million worth of crude oil to United States, one of the world’s largest energy consumer markets. The development marks a significant moment for Nigeria’s oil sector as the country continues efforts to strengthen foreign exchange earnings, expand export markets, and…
Across Birmingham, a quiet but powerful network of community organisations is stepping in to support families and young people facing rising housing insecurity, economic pressure, and growing concerns about youth disengagement. In neighbourhoods such as Ladywood and Lozells, where deprivation and social challenges remain deeply entrenched, local youth clubs, charities, and volunteer-led initiatives are increasingly…
The conflict in Gaza Strip has emerged as one of the most influential issues in Birmingham’s recent local elections, dramatically reshaping voting patterns in several wards and exposing growing political frustration among sections of the city’s Muslim communities. Across parts of Birmingham with large Muslim populations, independent candidates campaigning on pro-Palestinian platforms gained significant support,…
Reform UK has emerged as one of the biggest political winners in Birmingham’s recent local elections, securing major gains across several working-class wards and reshaping the city’s political landscape in ways that are already generating both celebration and concern. The party won 22 council seats across Birmingham, capitalising on growing voter frustration over immigration, council…
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