INSIGHTS
ecofin-agency-to-oversee-editorial-and-advertising-for-la-tribune-afrique

Ecofin Agency has entered into a strategic partnership with La Tribune Afrique under which it will handle both daily editorial production and advertising...

dr-congo-seeks-to-turn-cobalt-dominance-into-market-power

DR Congo suspended cobalt exports in early 2025 before moving to a quota system aimed at regulating global supply. The strategy mirrors OPEC’s...

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Ten years after the Paris Agreement and with COP30 approaching, Proparco is launching the “Proparco Days,” a forum bringing together financial actors from...

cameroon-s-economic-policies-show-progress-but-bureaucracy-limits-impact-observer-warns

As Publisher of Défis Actuels, a Cameroonian magazine, and President of the Economic Press Club, François Bambou is a close observer of Cameroonian...

cameroon-2018-2025-youth-employment-and-entrepreneurship-at-the-core-of-economic-strategy

Employment and entrepreneurship have been central to Cameroon's public policies from 2018 to 2025. With a young population making up over 60% of the...

demand-for-locally-made-industrial-products-is-rising-fast-in-cameroon-joel-sikam

In the locality of Bonaberi, close to Douala, the economic capital of Cameroon, along National Road No. 3, Joel Sikam runs Fisco Industries, a company...

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Morocco and Russia signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on October 16, 2025, to establish a joint working committee between their foreign...

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The IMF’s October 2025 Fiscal Monitor examines fiscal sustainability and public spending efficiency amid sluggish post-pandemic growth, soaring debt,...

nigeria-s-inflation-falls-to-18-02-lowest-in-three-years

Headline inflation fell to 18.02% in September 2025, the lowest since June 2022. The Central Bank of Nigeria cut its benchmark interest rate by 50...

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Ghana’s President John Mahama unveiled plans for a 20-year green city project spanning Greater Accra, Volta, and the Eastern Region, inviting Chinese...

kenya-airways-expands-use-of-locally-produced-sustainable-aviation-fuel

Kenya Airways began a series of SAF-powered flights on October 14, using 2% locally produced sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The airline plans to...

u-s-steel-tariffs-are-a-new-hurdle-for-mozambique-lng-totalenergies-says

• TotalEnergies warns U.S. steel tariffs raise LNG project costs• Mozambique LNG restart unlikely before 2029 amid security, cost issues• Energy sector...

madagascar-s-president-dissolves-parliament-amid-impeachment-threat-and-unrest

Madagascar’s president dissolves parliament ahead of impeachment vote Move follows protests, military unrest, and alleged coup threats IMF...

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• Ethiopia’s $1bn bond talks collapse, prolonging its default and potentially blocking access to markets despite G20 and IMF-backed reforms.•...

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• Madagascar faces a political crisis as President Andry Rajoelina reportedly fled the country amid mass protests and army unrest.• The crisis comes as...

• Mali will now require U.S. nationals to post a visa bond of $5,000 or $10,000, mirroring new American visa conditions for Malians.• Bamako...

• Patrick Herminie wins the presidency with 52.7% of the vote, defeating incumbent Wavel Ramkalawan.• Herminie pledges to stabilize the economy, lower...

morocco-russia-sign-new-agreement-to-strengthen-bilateral-cooperation

Morocco and Russia signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on October 16, 2025, to establish a joint working committee between their foreign ministries. The committee will assess the progress of...

Türkiye aims to increase trade with Africa from $37 billion in 2024 to $40 billion by 2025, according to Trade Minister Ömer Bolat. Turkish...
The IMF’s October 2025 Fiscal Monitor examines fiscal sustainability and public spending efficiency amid sluggish post-pandemic growth, soaring debt,...
nigeria-s-inflation-falls-to-18-02-lowest-in-three-years

Headline inflation fell to 18.02% in September 2025, the lowest since June 2022. The Central Bank of Nigeria cut its benchmark interest rate by 50...

drc-m23-rebels-agree-to-cease-fire-monitoring-mechanism-in-doha

Qatar, US, AU to monitor  truce implementation body M23 controls parts of Kivu despite ongoing tensions The government of the Democratic...

Ghana’s President John Mahama unveiled plans for a 20-year green city project spanning Greater Accra, Volta, and the Eastern Region, inviting Chinese...
Kenya Airways began a series of SAF-powered flights on October 14, using 2% locally produced sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). The airline plans to...
obesity-drug-rivalry-goes-to-south-africa-as-lilly-s-mounjaro-gets-green-light

• Aspen to distribute Eli Lilly’s Mounjaro in South Africa• Launch heightens obesity drug rivalry with Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy• High costs limit access...

u-s-steel-tariffs-are-a-new-hurdle-for-mozambique-lng-totalenergies-says

• TotalEnergies warns U.S. steel tariffs raise LNG project costs• Mozambique LNG restart unlikely before 2029 amid security, cost issues• Energy sector...

INSIGHTS
ecofin-agency-to-oversee-editorial-and-advertising-for-la-tribune-afrique

Ecofin Agency has entered into a strategic partnership with La Tribune Afrique under which it will handle both daily editorial production and advertising...

tuerkiye-sets-40-billion-trade-target-with-africa-building-on-a-decade-of-influence

Türkiye aims to increase trade with Africa from $37 billion in 2024 to $40 billion by 2025, according to Trade Minister Ömer Bolat. Turkish...

drc-m23-rebels-agree-to-cease-fire-monitoring-mechanism-in-doha

Qatar, US, AU to monitor  truce implementation body M23 controls parts of Kivu despite ongoing tensions The government of the Democratic...

obesity-drug-rivalry-goes-to-south-africa-as-lilly-s-mounjaro-gets-green-light

• Aspen to distribute Eli Lilly’s Mounjaro in South Africa• Launch heightens obesity drug rivalry with Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy• High costs limit access...

kenya-passes-landmark-law-to-regulate-booming-cryptocurrency-market

• Parliament approves Virtual Asset Service Providers Bill 2025 to regulate digital assets• Central Bank and Capital Markets Authority to share oversight...

copper-prices-extend-gains-close-to-record-highs-improving-prospects-for-zambia-and-the-drc

Copper prices hit $10,775/t, their highest since May 2024, driven by a weak dollar and recent mining disruptions. UBS expects tight supply to...

afcfta-s-first-trade-flows-begin-but-a-long-road-lies-ahead

Even as several countries announce initial trade under the AfCFTA regime, the core issue of truly implementing the African free trade area is taking...

FINANCES
WHO'S WHO
tunisia-to-seek-3-7bln-exceptional-central-bank-loan-in-2026-amid-persistent-budget-strains

Tunisia seeks $3.7B loan from central bank in 2026 Economists warn of inflation, liquidity risks from domestic borrowing IMF talks stalled;...

namibia-cuts-key-rate-to-6-50-to-support-economy

Central Bank reduces policy rate by 25 basis points to 6.50% Move aims to back growth while maintaining rand peg Inflation forecast revised...

INFRASTRUCTURES
s-african-ports-cut-delays-drive-19-citrus-export-jump

Citrus exports via Transnet terminals up 19% in 2025 R3.4B invested to boost port efficiency, new R4B plan underway Report cites major gains in vessel...

Malawi launched the Mobile Network Tower Development Project to boost mobile coverage and digital inclusion. The project is part of the $150...

DHL plans to invest €300 million (about $350 million) in warehouses and logistics infrastructure across Africa. Africa’s e-commerce market...

drc-begins-modernization-works-at-luano-international-airport

The DRC launched the physical modernization works of Luano International Airport on October 13, led by Transport Minister Jean-Pierre...

cote-d-ivoire-s-sir-gets-105-million-boad-loan-for-clean-diesel-project

BOAD approves $105.6M for new diesel desulfurization plant in Abidjan Project to cut sulfur emissions 75%, meet ECOWAS fuel...

AGRICULTURE
AGRICULTURE
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mali-grants-land-for-new-cotton-ginning-plant-in-kokofata
egypt-signs-15m-deal-for-new-textile-factory-in-sokhna

Factory to create 1,000 jobs, open in Q3 2026 Aims to boost exports as sector targets $12B by 2031 The Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZONE)...

mauritania-seeks-to-tap-egypt-s-expertise-to-increase-cereal-production

Mauritania plans to partner with Egypt to enhance cereal productivity, including rice, wheat, and maize. Talks include establishing an Egyptian...

• New 10-year strategy aims to boost sugar production and processing capacity.• Sector faces high costs, outdated equipment, and limited irrigation...

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morocco-based-ocp-positioned-to-become-a-fertilizer-producer-in-kenya-not-just-a-supplier

OCP may shift from being a fertilizer supplier to a producer in Kenya, with new plans for local blending and manufacturing under...

chad-tops-cameroon-s-informal-livestock-trade-with-63-million-in-sales-in-2024

Chad's informal cattle exports to Cameroon rose 20.3% in 2024 Livestock trade worth $63M bypassed customs, boosted Chad’s rank Smuggling...

INDUSTRY
with-global-shipping-desperate-for-sailors-africa-aims-to-fill-the-gap

Africa eyes seafarer shortage to boost maritime workforce role Training expands, but lack of investment hinders industry integration African...

Sudan seeks Belarus support to rebuild energy infrastructure Partnership aims to ease crisis, revive vital public services Sudan has invited Belarus...

Ghana and the World Bank agree to strengthen cooperation in five priority areas. Energy sector aid aims to support resilience, diversification, and...

south-africa-to-lift-13-year-moratorium-on-shale-gas-exploration

South Africa will lift a 13-year moratorium on shale gas exploration to diversify its energy mix and reduce coal dependence. The new regulations,...

United Capital Fertiliser (UCF) signed a $1.4 billion financing deal to expand its urea plant in Chilanga, near Lusaka. The expansion aims to...

Segilola produced 22,617 ounces of gold in Q3 2025, up 12% year-on-year. Year-to-date output reached 68,191 ounces, aligning with Thor...

DIGITAL
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The Ghanaian government and Nokia are exploring a partnership to strengthen the country’s digital infrastructure and prepare for 5G...

who-eu-launch-partnership-to-advance-digital-health-systems-in-sub-saharan-africa

WHO and the EU announced an €8 million partnership to expand the Global Digital Health Certification Network (GDHCN) across sub-Saharan...

congo-activates-20-high-speed-internet-sites-in-rural-areas

The project is part of a $100 million digital transformation program. It aims to expand 4G access and bridge the urban–rural connectivity...

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Ghana will introduce biometric international driving licenses and vehicle permits starting in 2026. The reform aims to align Ghana’s documents with ISO...

SA ministers visit Ingwe TVET to address training infrastructure gaps Inadequate equipment, water issues hinder technical skill...

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