Madagascar is going through one of the most turbulent periods in its recent political history. After weeks of protests over water and electricity...
Thierry Djeumo, a former consultant at McKinsey France and an international consultant, is one of the authors of the new study, Operational Excellence: An...
By Mamby Diomandé, Founder and General Commissioner of SIMA, and Lionel Talon, Cultural Entrepreneur, Founder of the WeLovEya Festival and the EYA...
(MEDIAMANIA)-Agence Ecofin, a leading African business news provider, has launched its Portuguese-language platform, Agência Ecofin, extending its reach...
TotalEnergies, while announcing a $4.5 billion increase in the cost of its Mozambique gas project, requested a 10-year extension to its concession....
At the start of 2025, many expected a standoff between Niamey and China National Petroleum Corporation Niger Petroleum (CNPCNP), similar to recent...
Ghana will deploy a $500 million long-term financing facility for the palm oil sector from 2026 to 2032. The policy targets 100,000 hectares...
Africa lost $611B in farm output to disasters since 1991, FAO reports West Africa hit hardest, losing 13.4% of agricultural GDP to climate...
Destiny Energy will invest $210 million to build a green-ammonia plant in the Suez Canal Economic Zone. The plant will produce 300 tonnes of...
Akdital raised $130M in bonds to fund Morocco, Gulf expansion Plans 2,700 new beds in Morocco; Saudi hospital deal set for 2025 2024 revenue...
Venture debt surpassed equity as Africa's top startup funding source in 2025 Six major debt deals drove $1.6B raised, led by East...
Mozambique launches Blue Economy Satellite Account to track sector’s GDP impact ProAzul seeks $900M to fund fisheries projects, including...
South Sudan has asked CNPC and ONGC Videsh for $2.5 billion in new oil-backed loans despite already owing $2.2 billion. A London court...
Tunisia’s trade deficit rose to 18.43 billion dinars ($6.3 billion), up from 15.71 billion dinars in 2024. Exports increased slightly to...
Morocco begins review of 1969 Agricultural Investment Code to modernize sector Agriculture draws just 2% of investment; FDI halved since 2021 Reform...
IEA sees oil demand rising to 113M bpd by 2050 under current policies Energy transition slows; fossil fuel reliance persists despite clean tech...
China says Premier Li Qiang will attend instead of President Xi Jinping The U.S. and Russia also confirm they will not be represented at the...
Ghana will deploy a $500 million long-term financing facility for the palm oil sector from 2026 to 2032. The policy targets 100,000 hectares of new plantations to reduce a 200,000-ton annual...
Destiny Energy will invest $210 million to build a green-ammonia plant in the Suez Canal Economic Zone. The plant will produce 300 tonnes of...
U.S. allows talks on Lukoil asset sales under strict conditions Sales need separate licenses; funds must remain frozen and inaccessible Exemptions...
In November 2019, the Democratic Republic of Congo announced plans for a new state-owned mining company meant to bring artisanal cobalt mining into the...
Mozambique launches Blue Economy Satellite Account to track sector’s GDP impact ProAzul seeks $900M to fund fisheries projects, including...
Madagascar is going through one of the most turbulent periods in its recent political history. After weeks of protests over water and electricity...
Funding targets wetlands in Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, and Senegal under a regional climate adaptation project. Project financed through the AfDF’s...
U.S. allows talks on Lukoil asset sales under strict conditions Sales need separate licenses; funds must remain frozen and inaccessible Exemptions...
In November 2019, the Democratic Republic of Congo announced plans for a new state-owned mining company meant to bring artisanal cobalt mining into the...
Nigeria’s NIP ranks among the world’s largest real-time payment platforms, underscoring its central role in Africa’s economy and trade across...
Togo hosts UK-WCAF trade forum, first held on African soil Talks focus on UK-Francophone Africa investment, trade, and market reforms Togo, UK sign...
The World Bank approved a $430 million package for Tunisia to modernize its energy sector through the TEREG program. The program aims to...
The program will empower 7,500 African SMEs with AI and digital trade skills to boost cross-border business growth. It aligns with AfCFTA goals to support MSMEs, women, youth, and marginalized groups...
TCS, Sybyl, and iXAfrica signed an MoU to establish sovereign cloud infrastructure in Kenya and East Africa. TCS provides AI-powered cloud architecture and security. Sybyl handles local deployment...
MTN Group reached 301.3 million customers across 16 markets, highlighting its expansive footprint in Africa. Fintech transaction value surged 38.0% to US$342.3 billion, reflecting rapid adoption of...
Singita will invest $60m to build a 60-bed lodge on Santa Carolina Island and $42m in projects across the Bazaruto Archipelago. The Investment comes as Mozambique’s tourism sector struggles...
AfDB’s USD 239 million commitment secures completion of the Northern Corridor, removing the Kampala bottleneck and guaranteeing regional connectivity. The funding ensures Uganda’s Busega–Mpigi...
Funding targets wetlands in Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, and Senegal under a regional climate adaptation project. Project financed through the AfDF’s Climate Action Window, supporting ecosystem...
Tanzania establishes the continent’s first annual horticultural council to support growth and innovation in the sector. The council aims to connect stakeholders across Africa, from farm to market, and...
Tribeca Investment Partners invests AUD 4 million in Australia’s Cobre Limited to advance a copper project in Botswana. Cobre plans to use the funds to build a demonstration plant using In-Situ Copper...
The government confirms a major intrusion into the newly launched national e-visa system, with data from tens of thousands of applicants potentially compromised. Authorities create a cybersecurity and...
Ghana convenes stakeholders to strengthen renewable energy oversight and regulation Solar lags at 4.8% of power mix, far below national policy targets Energy Commission plans digital...
S&P revises Nigeria’s credit outlook to positive, affirms B-/B rating Shift reflects reform progress in FX policy, subsidies, and revenue Growth forecast raised to 3.7%; inflation seen...
Africa lost $611B in farm output to disasters since 1991, FAO reports West Africa hit hardest, losing 13.4% of agricultural GDP to climate shocks FAO urges digital tools to boost...
CAR Treasury returns to market, seeks up to $88.4M via new bond lines Three- to five-year bonds to fund $12.8B national development plan 2025 fundraising goal nearly met,...
Senegal cuts 2026 health budget by 18.7% amid fiscal tightening Reduction linked to ministry restructuring and end of external projects Sector faces staff shortages, rising disease cases,...
Kenya studies Geographic Indication for tea to boost global market value French-backed review explores origin-based branding and collective trademark options GI aims to close revenue gap...
MTN partners with Microsoft to roll out AI tools from 2026 Copilot and Microsoft 365 to boost learning across MTN user devices MTN shifts toward digital inclusion, targeting youth and small...
Senegal approves $1.75B education budget for 2026, up 1.6 percent Over half allocated to administration; rest funds core education programs Priorities include teacher training, rural access,...
Syrah secures $8.5M from DFC to support Mozambique graphite mine Balama mine runs below capacity due to graphite oversupply, low prices Total DFC funding reaches $68M; further...
Côte d'Ivoire keeps BB/B rating, but Senegal debt exposure flagged Ivorian banks now key conduit for risky Senegalese bond financing S&P sees limited contagion, but rising regional stress...
(TRANSFORM AFRICA SUMMIT) - On the second day of the Transform Africa Summit 2025, held under the theme “AI for Africa: Innovate Locally, Impact Globally,” Guinea moved from being an exemplary host to...
Government targets 4,500 additional zones for mobile coverage by 2027 Second phase focuses on villages and rural areas with 500–2,000 residents Authorities also push fiber rollout and wider use of the...
OPEC and GECF expect rising demand to outpace investment Oil and gas sectors require trillions in long-term financing Groups say hydrocarbons will remain central to the global energy mix The...
Niger installs 1,031 km of fiber across five national corridors Project aims to connect with Benin, Nigeria, Chad, Burkina Faso, and Algeria Authorities expect better service quality, wider access,...
Ethiopia and Rusal sign deal for a 500,000-ton aluminum smelter First phase requires about $1 billion in investment Project targets rising global demand expected to grow about 40% by...
KBPO identifies more than 1,600 fossil fuel-linked participants at COP30. Their number exceeds almost all national delegations except Brazil’s. Their presence may influence discussions on emissions,...
Senegal’s Plant Protection Directorate receives six new-generation drones. The equipment improves surveillance and phytosanitary operations with faster, safer interventions. Drones support efforts to...
Togo adopts a 2026 draft budget of CFA2740.5 billion (around $4.8 billion). Spending rises 14.4%, with nearly half allocated to social programs. Growth is expected at 6.5% in 2026, above...
Vodafone Foundation opens six new digital classrooms in Mozambique. The country now hosts 26 Instant Network Schools (INS), benefiting over 91,000 students. The initiative targets refugee...
Barrick is considering a breakup that would separate its North American assets from its African and Asian portfolio, or a direct sale of its African mines. Interim CEO Mark Hill signalled a...
Ghana will deploy a $500 million long-term financing facility for the palm oil sector from 2026 to 2032. The policy targets 100,000 hectares of new plantations to reduce a 200,000-ton annual...
Destiny Energy will invest $210 million to build a green-ammonia plant in the Suez Canal Economic Zone. The plant will produce 300 tonnes of green ammonia and 53 tonnes of green hydrogen per...
President Daniel Chapo inaugurated a $30 million sesame hulling and processing plant in Sofala Province, built by Singapore-based Robust International. The facility can process 20,000 tonnes...
Benin completed the conversion of its offshore installation into a mobile production unit (MOPU), marking a key step toward restarting the Sèmè oil field after a 27-year shutdown. The project’s...
Zimbabwe’s lithium export revenues fell 11% to $386.9 million between January and September 2025, despite a 27% rise in export volumes. Global lithium prices have dropped more than 80%...
Senegal drafts new Advertising Code to modernize 1983 framework Law aims to regulate digital ads, influencers, and social media platforms Market growth, mobile use, and online reach drive urgency for...
The Okapi Wildlife Reserve, located deep within the Ituri Forest in the northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo, stands as one of the Congo Basin’s most critical strongholds of biodiversity. Established...
FAAPA met in Gabon to address media violations and journalistic responsibility Delegates stressed media’s role in combating misinformation and driving progress Meeting highlights efforts to...
EU grants €50M to upgrade Zambia's Livingstone-Ndola railway Project supports Lobito Corridor, key copper export route to Angola China, EU, and U.S. compete for regional infrastructure,...
U.S. allows talks on Lukoil asset sales under strict conditions Sales need separate licenses; funds must remain frozen and inaccessible Exemptions granted for key energy operations, including...
A 15-year contract requires 95 % Egyptian staff and full skills transfer. Line 1 trials have begun on a network set to reach about 2,000 km. The project supports Egypt’s Vision 2030 transport...
Lucara earned $125.2 million in the first nine months of 2025. Large high-quality stones drove 73 % of sales through the HB agreement. The company faces cash constraints as its Karowe...
Carlyle is assessing whether it can buy Lukoil’s foreign assets worth about $22 billion. The fund must determine if a U.S. government license is required due to sanctions. Lukoil’s overseas...
Morocco mandates fiber-optic links in all new buildings from November 6 Policy supports Digital Morocco 2030 and national broadband expansion goals Aim is faster connectivity, 5G rollout, and stronger...
Uganda mulls separating airport operations from civil aviation regulation Proposed split aims to align with global norms, boost oversight, and investment Reform details expected soon; model mirrors...
Nigeria launched digital platform to automate civil service workflows and documents System includes e-signatures, centralized records, hosted on state-run 1Gov Cloud Over 59,000 gov emails created;...
DRC minister visited Huawei China center to boost AI training cooperation Talks focused on launching a national AI academy for local sector needs Initiative builds on earlier Huawei-DRC deal for rural...
After two years of limited testing, WhatsApp will soon let users and businesses hide their phone numbers and use a username instead. The new feature is expected to significantly reshape how companies...
Akdital raised $130M in bonds to fund Morocco, Gulf expansion Plans 2,700 new beds in Morocco; Saudi hospital deal set for 2025 2024 revenue rose 55%; operates 41 clinics with 4,000+ beds...
Venture debt surpassed equity as Africa's top startup funding source in 2025 Six major debt deals drove $1.6B raised, led by East Africa Southern Africa led equity value; fintech drew most...
In November 2019, the Democratic Republic of Congo announced plans for a new state-owned mining company meant to bring artisanal cobalt mining into the formal sector. But institutional hurdles and...
In African health news this week, the continent reported progress against major diseases even as funding gaps continue to weigh on public-health programs. South Africa has begun trials for its first...
Ghana allocates $3.03B to Education Ministry in 2026 budget, up 18% Funds support free education programs, infrastructure, materials, and teacher housing Additional $901M set for GETFund...
Cameroon drafts law to regulate organic farming, targeting global market access Framework covers crops, livestock, aquaculture; bans GMOs and synthetic inputs Government sees export, climate...
Cameroon unveils renovation plan for Douala Airport; work starts in H2 2026 XAF95 billion project includes apron expansion, terminal upgrade, and added facilities Capacity to rise to 2.5M...
The second edition of Salon International de la Musique d’Afrique (SIMA) launched in Cotonou on Thursday, November 13. This year's event in Benin marks a return three years after the inaugural edition...
Built by Sinohydro with KFAED funding; aims to ease city traffic congestion Project part of Simandou 2040 strategy to boost infrastructure and economic growth Guinea will inaugurate the Bambeto...
Mozambique launches Blue Economy Satellite Account to track sector’s GDP impact ProAzul seeks $900M to fund fisheries projects, including MaisPeixe Sustentável Country uses under 50% of fishing...
Togo raises $53M via bonds and bills, surpassing 30B XOF target Auction saw 160.86% bid coverage; OATs issued at 6.25% for three years Total 2025 issuance hits 325B XOF, nearing 97% of annual...
Côte d'Ivoire keeps BB/B rating, but Senegal debt exposure flagged Ivorian banks now key conduit for risky Senegalese bond financing S&P...
CAR Treasury returns to market, seeks up to $88.4M via new bond lines Three- to five-year bonds to fund $12.8B national development...
Togo adopts a 2026 draft budget of CFA2740.5 billion (around $4.8 billion). Spending rises 14.4%, with nearly half allocated to social...
Togo raises $53M via bonds and bills, surpassing 30B XOF target Auction saw 160.86% bid coverage; OATs issued at 6.25% for three years Total...
Africa’s instant payment systems processed 64 billion transactions worth $1.98 trillion in 2024, according to AfricaNenda. The continent counted...
Cameroon unveils renovation plan for Douala Airport; work starts in H2 2026 XAF95 billion project includes apron expansion, terminal upgrade, and...
Built by Sinohydro with KFAED funding; aims to ease city traffic congestion Project part of Simandou 2040 strategy to boost infrastructure and economic...
SES and AMN successfully upgraded over 200 telecom sites across Côte d'Ivoire, delivering 2G and 3 G mobile data services. Expansion reaches 500,00o...
AfDB’s USD 239 million commitment secures completion of the Northern Corridor, removing the Kampala bottleneck and guaranteeing regional...
EU grants €50M to upgrade Zambia's Livingstone-Ndola railway Project supports Lobito Corridor, key copper export route to Angola China, EU,...
A 15-year contract requires 95 % Egyptian staff and full skills transfer. Line 1 trials have begun on a network set to reach about 2,000 km. The...
Morocco’s Nador West Med port set to begin operations by end of 2026 Facility to handle 35M tons annually; operated by Marsa Maroc and CMA CGM Project...
Namibia opens $205M Geingob Highway, cutting airport travel time by two-thirds Project boosts Windhoek’s logistics role, links to Kalahari...
Kenya studies Geographic Indication for tea to boost global market value French-backed review explores origin-based branding and collective...
Tanzania establishes the continent’s first annual horticultural council to support growth and innovation in the sector. The council aims to connect...
Senegal’s Plant Protection Directorate receives six new-generation drones. The equipment improves surveillance and phytosanitary operations with...
Cameroon drafts law to regulate organic farming, targeting global market access Framework covers crops, livestock, aquaculture; bans GMOs and synthetic...
The Gates Foundation plans $1.4 billion for farmers in Africa and Asia. Philanthropic funding remains small but strategic for African food...
Canada will provide $13 million to support climate-resilient livelihoods for women farmers in Northern Ghana. The six-year CLIMB programme...
Senegal halts rice import declarations for one month to ease local surplus Move responds to 195,000 tons of unsold domestic rice, producers...
World wine production expected between 228 and 235 million hectoliters Output up 3% from 2024 but still below the five-year average Italy...
Syrah secures $8.5M from DFC to support Mozambique graphite mine Balama mine runs below capacity due to graphite oversupply, low prices...
OPEC and GECF expect rising demand to outpace investment Oil and gas sectors require trillions in long-term financing Groups say hydrocarbons will...
Ethiopia and Rusal sign deal for a 500,000-ton aluminum smelter First phase requires about $1 billion in investment Project targets rising...
Tribeca Investment Partners invests AUD 4 million in Australia’s Cobre Limited to advance a copper project in Botswana. Cobre plans to use the funds to...
Ghana convenes stakeholders to strengthen renewable energy oversight and regulation Solar lags at 4.8% of power mix, far below national policy...
KBPO identifies more than 1,600 fossil fuel-linked participants at COP30. Their number exceeds almost all national delegations except Brazil’s. Their...
Barrick is considering a breakup that would separate its North American assets from its African and Asian portfolio, or a direct sale of its African...
President Daniel Chapo inaugurated a $30 million sesame hulling and processing plant in Sofala Province, built by Singapore-based Robust...
MTN Group reached 301.3 million customers across 16 markets, highlighting its expansive footprint in Africa. Fintech transaction value surged 38.0% to...
The government confirms a major intrusion into the newly launched national e-visa system, with data from tens of thousands of applicants potentially...
MTN partners with Microsoft to roll out AI tools from 2026 Copilot and Microsoft 365 to boost learning across MTN user devices MTN shifts toward...
(TRANSFORM AFRICA SUMMIT) - On the second day of the Transform Africa Summit 2025, held under the theme “AI for Africa: Innovate Locally, Impact...
Government targets 4,500 additional zones for mobile coverage by 2027 Second phase focuses on villages and rural areas with 500–2,000...
Niger installs 1,031 km of fiber across five national corridors Project aims to connect with Benin, Nigeria, Chad, Burkina Faso, and...
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Vodafone Foundation opens six new digital classrooms in Mozambique. The country now hosts 26 Instant Network Schools (INS), benefiting over 91,000...
The program will empower 7,500 African SMEs with AI and digital trade skills to boost cross-border business growth. It aligns with AfCFTA goals to...
Senegal approves $1.75B education budget for 2026, up 1.6 percent Over half allocated to administration; rest funds core education programs...
In African health news this week, the continent reported progress against major diseases even as funding gaps continue to weigh on public-health programs....
COMSTEDA 22 opens in Malawi to rethink STEM education for Africa's future Leaders urge shift from imported tech to homegrown innovation and...
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Agro-Food and Wood Industries Lift Cameroon’s Manufacturing Cost by 0.6% in Q2 2025
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Google, AfCFTA Launch Program to Equip 7,500 African SMEs with AI and Digital Trade Skills
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TCS, Sybyl, Partner With iXAfrica as part of Sovereign Cloud Infrastructure in East Africa Drive
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MTN Group Claims 301M Customers, With fintech Transactions soaring 38% to $342B
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Singita Injects $102m Into Santa Carolina as Private Capital Steps In After Mozambique’s Post-Election Disruptions
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Togo Opens Global Entrepreneurship Week With Push for Inclusive Growth
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Cameroon Launches Year-End Discount Sales to Curb Post-Election Price Speculation
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Oriole Resources Raises CFA1.3bn to Accelerate Gold Projects in Cameroon
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Nigeria’s Karsa Offers Virtual U.S. Bank Accounts for Dollar Transfers
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Dodji Honou Expands Fab Lab Innovation Across West Africa
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DRC met Alibaba, Isoftstone to discuss adapting China’s e-commerce model Joint working group ...
The new unified platform replaces the NIBSS Instant Payments system. It connects banks, finte...
Germany to provide €49 million ($56.7 million) to support ECOWAS projects. Funds target peac...
Nigeria implemented the National Payment Stack (NPS), a new unified infrastructure, to enhance dig...
The Okapi Wildlife Reserve, located deep within the Ituri Forest in the northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo, stands as one of the Congo Basin’s most...
The four-day exhibition (Nov. 12–15) in Dubai spotlights Lagos as Nigeria’s flagship tourism and creative hub. Organized by the Nigeria Association...
