Who pays the price?

Nigeria’s inflation rate fell to 24.48% in January 2025 from 34.8% in December after the government updated how it measures inflation, reducing the impact of food prices in the calculation and adjusting the weights for housing and transport. How will this new inflation calculation affect the cost of living?

Lawmakers moved four tax bills forward despite disagreements. The general VAT rate will rise to 15% by 2030, but some essential goods will be tax-free.  How will the VAT increase impact businesses and consumers?  

Sudan’s minister thanked Russia for blocking a UN intervention. Fighting continues, with over 28,000 deaths and millions displaced. The army rejected a ceasefire and accused the EU of helping its rivals. Famine is worsening in Darfur. What can be done to help people affected by the war?