Rice is a critical staple for Nigeria’s population of over 200 million, yet local production is failing to keep pace with rising demand.
The report warns that the erosion of rule of law, judicial independence, and public security is making it harder for countries to translate economic potential into broad-based prosperity.
According to the 2025 AVOI, the continent continues to make progress in opening its borders; however, that progress is being offset by countries introducing digital travel authorisations that still require approval before departure.
The African nation leads the world in electricity access deficit, with 86.8 million people—nearly 40 percent of the population—living without power. As in other countries on the continent, rapid solar electrification has been a driving force for the economy.
Across Nigeria’s shea belt, including key producing regions in Kebbi and Kwara states, more than a dozen women who spoke with The Liberalist, expressed deep fear and panic over continuing their work.
The junta justified the takeover on security grounds, arguing that Damiba had failed to contain the Islamist insurgency.
Mali and Burkina Faso serve as vital destination markets for Ivorian goods, with both countries accounting for over 70 percent of the Côte d’Ivoire’s intra-union exports.
Press freedom is entering a terminal phase in the Sahel
The broader pattern shows a continent grappling with authoritarian resurgence, conflict, and weakening democratic safeguards.
Experts raise concerns regarding the risks of a single-source supply model and have flagged the decision to grant licences to only a few selected depots.
This underscores how war and political instability continue to make journalism one of the world’s most dangerous professions.
Mining serves as Zimbabwe’s second-largest contributor to gross domestic product, accounting for over 14 percent of output
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