Economy

Senate President Godswill Akpabio praised the Tinubu government for improvements in Nigeria's economy and security, though independent assessments present a more complex picture of the administration's performance.

As regional markets stumble and hospitality sectors face structural challenges, economists warn that fuel levy increases in Zimbabwe's upcoming budget could compound pressures on an already fragile economy.

January's unexpected decline in inflation has intensified pressure on the Central Bank of Nigeria to pivot toward monetary easing, though economists caution that structural vulnerabilities could complicate the policy shift.

Zimbabwe's neighbours saw tens of millions in lottery jackpots contested over the Valentine's Day weekend, with South African draws offering R50 million across multiple games as regional gaming economies expand.