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Côte d’Ivoire Holds Pump Prices Steady Amid Rising Crude Costs

Government keeps retail fuel prices unchanged for April 2026 Brent crude rises above $90 amid Middle East tensions Subsidies and price...

World Bank Approves $550 Million for Education and Social Protection in Tanzania

Nigeria Unveils $50 Billion Livestock Investment Plan Backed by Private Sector

Nigeria Secures $500 Million World Bank Funding to Strengthen Agricultural Value Chains

Togo Advances New Plan to Manage Transhumance and Curb Conflicts

Togo launched a validation process for its 2026–2030 transhumance management plan in Lomé. Authorities aim to reduce conflicts between herders and...

Togo Advances New Plan to Manage Transhumance and Curb Conflicts

Togo launched a validation process for its 2026–2030 transhumance management plan in Lomé. Authorities aim to reduce conflicts between herders and...

Ethiopia Keeps Tight Monetary Policy as Inflation Falls to 9.7% and Growth Remains Strong

Inflation slowed to 9.7% in February 2026, maintaining single-digit levels since December 2025 The central bank maintained its tight monetary policy...

Ethiopia Keeps Tight Monetary Policy as Inflation Falls to 9.7% and Growth Remains Strong

Inflation slowed to 9.7% in February 2026, maintaining single-digit levels since December 2025 The central bank maintained its tight monetary policy...

Kenya Shifts to Economic Diplomacy to Drive Trade and Investment

Kenya is shifting toward results-driven economic diplomacy focused on trade, investment and regional integration Diplomatic missions will be evaluated...

Kenya Shifts to Economic Diplomacy to Drive Trade and Investment

Kenya is shifting toward results-driven economic diplomacy focused on trade, investment and regional integration Diplomatic missions will be evaluated...

Botswana’s economy contracts 5.4% in Q4 2025 as mining slump drags on growth

Botswana GDP shrank 5.4% in Q4 2025, statistics show Decline driven by sharp drop in mining sector output Government targets recovery,...

Botswana’s economy contracts 5.4% in Q4 2025 as mining slump drags on growth

Botswana GDP shrank 5.4% in Q4 2025, statistics show Decline driven by sharp drop in mining sector output Government targets recovery,...

African Telecom Ministers Approve Plan to Accelerate Internet Access by 2030

Plan targets affordable connectivity, especially in rural areas Strategy includes infrastructure, skills investment, and policy...

African Telecom Ministers Approve Plan to Accelerate Internet Access by 2030

Plan targets affordable connectivity, especially in rural areas Strategy includes infrastructure, skills investment, and policy...

Mali Denies Releasing Suspected Militants for Fuel Convoy Access, Calls Reports ‘Fabricated’

Mali army denies releasing militants for fuel convoy passage Military calls reports “fabricated” and aimed at discrediting forces Claims...

Mali Denies Releasing Suspected Militants for Fuel Convoy Access, Calls Reports ‘Fabricated’

Mali army denies releasing militants for fuel convoy passage Military calls reports “fabricated” and aimed at discrediting forces Claims...

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EU, Côte d’Ivoire sign $118 mln financing agreements for urban mobility and northern development

Côte d’Ivoire, EU sign 67 billion CFA francs financing agreements Funds target Bouaké mobility and northern region development Projects aim...

EU, Côte d’Ivoire sign $118 mln financing agreements for urban mobility and northern development

Côte d’Ivoire, EU sign 67 billion CFA francs financing agreements Funds target Bouaké mobility and northern region development Projects aim...

Kenyan Banks Lend $2.5 Billion to MSMEs in 2025, More Than Double Their Target

Kenyan banks lent 326.5 billion shillings to MSMEs in 2025 Lending exceeded 150 billion target, driven by industry initiatives Rising...

Kenyan Banks Lend $2.5 Billion to MSMEs in 2025, More Than Double Their Target

Kenyan banks lent 326.5 billion shillings to MSMEs in 2025 Lending exceeded 150 billion target, driven by industry initiatives Rising...

Zimbabwe’s Mnangagwa Heads to Ghana to Forge Deeper Ties, From Trade to Anti-Corruption

Mnangagwa to visit Ghana April 1-3 to boost cooperation Leaders to discuss trade, health, agriculture, anti-corruption, jobs Visit expected...

Zimbabwe’s Mnangagwa Heads to Ghana to Forge Deeper Ties, From Trade to Anti-Corruption

Mnangagwa to visit Ghana April 1-3 to boost cooperation Leaders to discuss trade, health, agriculture, anti-corruption, jobs Visit expected...

Africa Wins Nearly Half of Climate Funding but Still Faces Growing Financing Gap

Africa receives $441 million, or 46% of newly approved GCF funding $250 million regional energy program leads latest...

Africa Wins Nearly Half of Climate Funding but Still Faces Growing Financing Gap

Africa receives $441 million, or 46% of newly approved GCF funding $250 million regional energy program leads latest...

Cameroon’s economy seen growing 3.3% in 2026, IMF urges fuel pricing reform

IMF forecasts Cameroon growth at 3.3% in 2026 Inflation seen easing; current account deficit to widen IMF warns of risks, urges fuel pricing...

Cameroon’s economy seen growing 3.3% in 2026, IMF urges fuel pricing reform

IMF forecasts Cameroon growth at 3.3% in 2026 Inflation seen easing; current account deficit to widen IMF warns of risks, urges fuel pricing...

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EU Commits $1.15 Billion to Back Côte d’Ivoire’s 2026-2030 Development Plan

Team Europe unveils €1B investment plan for Côte d’Ivoire Programme targets energy, transport, training and agriculture sectors Initiative...

EU Commits $1.15 Billion to Back Côte d’Ivoire’s 2026-2030 Development Plan

Team Europe unveils €1B investment plan for Côte d’Ivoire Programme targets energy, transport, training and agriculture sectors Initiative...

World Bank Approves $25.75M Programme for Private Sector Development and Jobs in Djibouti

World Bank approves $25.75M to support Djibouti diversification Programme targets SMEs, investment climate and state enterprise...

World Bank Approves $25.75M Programme for Private Sector Development and Jobs in Djibouti

World Bank approves $25.75M to support Djibouti diversification Programme targets SMEs, investment climate and state enterprise...

Ghana Reaches Debt Deal with India as Economy Shows Signs of Recovery

Ghana secures debt restructuring deal with India’s Exim Bank Agreement marks 11th deal, supports recovery and fiscal stability Government to tighten...

Ghana Reaches Debt Deal with India as Economy Shows Signs of Recovery

Ghana secures debt restructuring deal with India’s Exim Bank Agreement marks 11th deal, supports recovery and fiscal stability Government to tighten...

Nigeria Foreign Minister Resigns; Sources Cite 2027 Ambitions

Nigeria’s foreign minister Tuggar resigns, cites service to Tinubu Resignation linked to directive for 2027 election aspirants Tuggar, former Germany...

Nigeria Foreign Minister Resigns; Sources Cite 2027 Ambitions

Nigeria’s foreign minister Tuggar resigns, cites service to Tinubu Resignation linked to directive for 2027 election aspirants Tuggar, former Germany...

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Strong Growth, Late Shock: Côte d’Ivoire’s Outlook Faces Oil Risk Not in Forecasts

The African Development Bank projects Côte d’Ivoire growing 6.5% in 2026 with inflation near 2.4%, making it one of Africa's most stable large economies...

Strong Growth, Late Shock: Côte d’Ivoire’s Outlook Faces Oil Risk Not in Forecasts

The African Development Bank projects Côte d’Ivoire growing 6.5% in 2026 with inflation near 2.4%, making it one of Africa's most stable large economies...

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CAR’s Touadéra Begins New Term Under Constitution Allowing Unlimited Mandates

President Touadéra sworn in for a new seven-year term in Bangui Mandate follows constitutional change removing term limits Poverty and weak...

CAR’s Touadéra Begins New Term Under Constitution Allowing Unlimited Mandates

President Touadéra sworn in for a new seven-year term in Bangui Mandate follows constitutional change removing term limits Poverty and weak...

Nigeria Launches AI App to Streamline Access to Government Services

New AI-powered app aims to improve citizen engagement and access to services Platform allows users to interact, ask questions, and give...

Nigeria Launches AI App to Streamline Access to Government Services

New AI-powered app aims to improve citizen engagement and access to services Platform allows users to interact, ask questions, and give...

The Looming Financing Cliff Behind Rwanda’s 9.4% Growth Surge

Rwanda hit 9.4% growth in 2025, but a 79% debt-to-GDP ratio and 15% current account deficit reveal a financing model under heavy strain. March 2026...

The Looming Financing Cliff Behind Rwanda’s 9.4% Growth Surge

Rwanda hit 9.4% growth in 2025, but a 79% debt-to-GDP ratio and 15% current account deficit reveal a financing model under heavy strain. March 2026...

Growth Slows, Risks Rise, IMF Urges Namibia to Speed Up Reforms

IMF flags slowing growth and rising fiscal pressures in Namibia Public finances strained by lower SACU revenues and rising debt Fund calls for...

Growth Slows, Risks Rise, IMF Urges Namibia to Speed Up Reforms

IMF flags slowing growth and rising fiscal pressures in Namibia Public finances strained by lower SACU revenues and rising debt Fund calls for...

ECOWAS and IMF Set New Framework to Align Policies Across West Africa

ECOWAS and IMF sign cooperation framework to strengthen policy alignment West Africa’s growth remains solid but faces inflation and trade...

ECOWAS and IMF Set New Framework to Align Policies Across West Africa

ECOWAS and IMF sign cooperation framework to strengthen policy alignment West Africa’s growth remains solid but faces inflation and trade...

From Potential to Industry: Unlocking Investment in Guinea’s Cultural Sector

By Diaka Camara, journalist, producer, founder of CBC Worldwide Com & Prod, and president of the Diaka Camara Foundation. I still remember returning to...

From Potential to Industry: Unlocking Investment in Guinea’s Cultural Sector

By Diaka Camara, journalist, producer, founder of CBC Worldwide Com & Prod, and president of the Diaka Camara Foundation. I still remember returning to...

Tunisia Tightens Curbs on Non-Priority Imports as Costs Rise Amid Middle East War

Tunisia tightens import financing rules to protect foreign reserves Banks must require full importer-funded deposits for non-priority goods Measures...

Tunisia Tightens Curbs on Non-Priority Imports as Costs Rise Amid Middle East War

Tunisia tightens import financing rules to protect foreign reserves Banks must require full importer-funded deposits for non-priority goods Measures...

World Bank Approves $90 Million for Tunisia Social Protection Programme

Funding expands family allowances and disability support systems Reforms target digital payments, jobs, and support for vulnerable households The...

World Bank Approves $90 Million for Tunisia Social Protection Programme

Funding expands family allowances and disability support systems Reforms target digital payments, jobs, and support for vulnerable households The...

China Grants Seychelles $14.5M as Housing Projects and Trade Talks Advance

China grants $14.46 million to Seychelles for development projects Talks advance cooperation across health, infrastructure, trade, and...

China Grants Seychelles $14.5M as Housing Projects and Trade Talks Advance

China grants $14.46 million to Seychelles for development projects Talks advance cooperation across health, infrastructure, trade, and...

Fitch Keeps Tanzania at B+ Rating, Citing Strong Growth but External Risks

Fitch affirms Tanzania’s B+ rating with stable outlook Growth expected to outpace peers, driven by infrastructure and mining External shocks,...

Fitch Keeps Tanzania at B+ Rating, Citing Strong Growth but External Risks

Fitch affirms Tanzania’s B+ rating with stable outlook Growth expected to outpace peers, driven by infrastructure and mining External shocks,...

BOAD Secures $230 Million From Japan’s SMBC to Back Food and Energy Supply

Japanese bank SMBC provides €200 million ($230 million) to BOAD Funds will support agriculture campaigns and fuel supply in WAEMU BOAD also...

BOAD Secures $230 Million From Japan’s SMBC to Back Food and Energy Supply

Japanese bank SMBC provides €200 million ($230 million) to BOAD Funds will support agriculture campaigns and fuel supply in WAEMU BOAD also...

Mauritania’s First Digital Civil Service Exam Exposes Limits of Tech Push

First fully digital public exam aimed to boost transparency and fairness Technical failures caused major delays and disrupted test conditions Issues...

Mauritania’s First Digital Civil Service Exam Exposes Limits of Tech Push

First fully digital public exam aimed to boost transparency and fairness Technical failures caused major delays and disrupted test conditions Issues...

Nigeria’s Tinubu Launches Military Fund Amid Deepening Security Crisis

Tinubu announces fund for soldiers and families of fallen troops President commits his full salary since taking office as seed capital Move comes as...

Nigeria’s Tinubu Launches Military Fund Amid Deepening Security Crisis

Tinubu announces fund for soldiers and families of fallen troops President commits his full salary since taking office as seed capital Move comes as...

Namibia Raises Fuel Prices as Global Oil Tensions Drive Costs Higher

Fuel prices will rise in April, with gasoline up by $0.14 per liter Government cuts fuel taxes by 50% and taps energy fund to ease impact Higher...

Namibia Raises Fuel Prices as Global Oil Tensions Drive Costs Higher

Fuel prices will rise in April, with gasoline up by $0.14 per liter Government cuts fuel taxes by 50% and taps energy fund to ease impact Higher...

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ECOWAS Appoints Lansana Kouyaté to Lead Talks With Sahel Alliance

ECOWAS appoints Lansana Kouyaté to lead talks with AES AU intensifies mediation to prevent regional split, boost cooperation Appointment...

ECOWAS Appoints Lansana Kouyaté to Lead Talks With Sahel Alliance

ECOWAS appoints Lansana Kouyaté to lead talks with AES AU intensifies mediation to prevent regional split, boost cooperation Appointment...

Weakened by Decades of Crisis, Central African Microfinance Lender CMCA Plans $8.9M Recovery

CAR outlines $8.9 million recovery plan for troubled CMCA Plan includes recapitalization, reforms to restore stability, rebuild...

Weakened by Decades of Crisis, Central African Microfinance Lender CMCA Plans $8.9M Recovery

CAR outlines $8.9 million recovery plan for troubled CMCA Plan includes recapitalization, reforms to restore stability, rebuild...

Ethiopia Secures $13B in Investment Pledges, Up From $1.6B in 2025

Ethiopia secures $13 billion investment pledges at Addis forum Deals span manufacturing, agriculture, energy, construction...

Ethiopia Secures $13B in Investment Pledges, Up From $1.6B in 2025

Ethiopia secures $13 billion investment pledges at Addis forum Deals span manufacturing, agriculture, energy, construction...

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Côte d’Ivoire Plans $62 Billion Climate Investment by 2030 to Address Economic Risks

Côte d’Ivoire needs over $62 billion for climate plan NDC 3.0 targets emissions cuts, renewables, forest and coastal protection Plan backed by...

Côte d’Ivoire Plans $62 Billion Climate Investment by 2030 to Address Economic Risks

Côte d’Ivoire needs over $62 billion for climate plan NDC 3.0 targets emissions cuts, renewables, forest and coastal protection Plan backed by...

Egypt Drafts 2026/2027 Budget Focused on Social Safety Nets as Reforms Continue

Egypt approves 5.1 trillion pound budget for 2026/2027 Spending prioritizes health, education, social protection, economic growth Revenues projected...

Egypt Drafts 2026/2027 Budget Focused on Social Safety Nets as Reforms Continue

Egypt approves 5.1 trillion pound budget for 2026/2027 Spending prioritizes health, education, social protection, economic growth Revenues projected...

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