By Jacques Assahoré Konan, Minister of Environment, Sustainable Development and Ecological Transition, and Blerta Cela, UNDP Resident Representative in...
In Cotonou, at the Regional Summit on Digital Transformation, ministers, regulators and technical partners debated the digital future of West and Central...
In 2024, Benin’s authorities announced a coming ban on imports of frozen chicken and table eggs, saying the move aims to boost and better organize local...
Pit Baccardi, co-founder of the Salon des Industries Musicales d’Afrique Francophone (SIMA) and a Cameroonian native, was in Cotonou for the second...
Benin hosted the first Regional Summit on Digital Transformation in West and Central Africa, gathering officials from about 20 countries to discuss issues...
Ahead of the upcoming African European Union Summit in Luanda, the Africa-Europe Foundation has released its 'State of Africa-Europe 2025' report, calling...
A long-term investment drive, new industrial projects and tighter oversight of artisanal output are reshaping the country’s ambitions in one of the...
Rwanda maintained strong growth and adequate reserves, but external pressures are mounting. Public debt is projected to rise toward 80% of GDP by 2027,...
Report outlines four reforms to help Africa boost its role in global food value chains Measures focus on financing, land rights, logistics, and...
Dentons confirms its targeting strategy on Africa’s future by anchoring itself in Dakar and Douala, two rising hubs along emerging energy and...
The US–RDC–Rwanda accords mark a shift from conflict diplomacy to engineered control of critical minerals. Washington aims to counter China by securing...
Fortuna Mining plans a construction decision for Diamba Sud in Q2 2026. New drilling results will feed an updated resource estimate early next...
Alassane Ouattara is sworn in after winning the October 25 election. He pledges to serve all Ivorians and uphold national unity. His new term...
Africa’s coffee exports hit record 1.18M tons in 2024/25, up 18.6% Ethiopia and Uganda drove nearly 80% of continent’s shipments Arabica...
Citigroup forecasts copper prices above $13,000/ton by Q2 2026 Supply cuts, U.S. tariffs, and stockpiling drive prices to...
• Benin says a coup attempt was foiled, crediting an army that “refused to betray its oath.” • Cotonou remains calm, but residents stay cautious as...
In Cotonou, Benin’s economic capital and home to the country’s leading institutions, the situation remained calm this morning despite a tense start....
A long-term investment drive, new industrial projects and tighter oversight of artisanal output are reshaping the country’s ambitions in one of the continent’s most competitive sectors. Côte d’Ivoire is...
Report outlines four reforms to help Africa boost its role in global food value chains Measures focus on financing, land rights, logistics, and...
New AI Unit created to coordinate national AI strategy and projects Structure will implement the Digital Transformation Blueprint...
Inflation is easing, but food, transport and living costs are still rising, keeping households under strain. Reserves have improved, yet cedi...
Fortuna Mining plans a construction decision for Diamba Sud in Q2 2026. New drilling results will feed an updated resource estimate early next...
By Jacques Assahoré Konan, Minister of Environment, Sustainable Development and Ecological Transition, and Blerta Cela, UNDP Resident Representative in...
Move follows delays, stalled investment decision and BP’s earlier withdrawal Government prioritizes domestic gas supply while keeping option for...
New AI Unit created to coordinate national AI strategy and projects Structure will implement the Digital Transformation Blueprint...
Inflation is easing, but food, transport and living costs are still rising, keeping households under strain. Reserves have improved, yet cedi...
The U.S. commits $158 million over five years to strengthen Rwanda’s disease control capacity. Rwanda adds $70 million in domestic health...
As global investment in Artificial Intelligence (AI) accelerates, Africa is still working to define its own approach. The continent faces a complex...
Askari Metals raises A$1.15 million to fund Ethiopia gold drilling First-phase 3,000-5,000m drilling at Nejo targets multiple prospects Work aims...
AJN Resources moves deeper into African gold with deal for 55% of DRC’s Giro project Acquisition adds Kebigada and Douze Match deposits as gold prices hit record highs Transaction requires...
Proparco lends $23 million to Sonoco to build a 600-ton/day flour mill in Freetown Project aims to cut flour imports and supply regional markets with local production Mill expected to boost...
Move follows delays, stalled investment decision and BP’s earlier withdrawal Government prioritizes domestic gas supply while keeping option for future exports Senegal plans to nationalize the...
World Bank opens first resident representation in Malabo, led by economist Juan Diego Alonso. Mandate focuses on inclusive growth, private-sector development and stronger economic resilience. Office...
Galp and TotalEnergies strike asset-swap deal giving TotalEnergies control of Namibia’s Mopane find Galp gains stakes in Venus and PEL 91 as firms rebalance offshore portfolios TotalEnergies to...
Government targets broad digital expansion through “Chad Connection 2030” and global partnerships Country remains low in e-government and cybersecurity rankings despite ongoing reforms Chadian...
Telecel Faso deploys 300 new sites to expand coverage in 750 underserved areas Rollout aims to regain market share amid strong competition from Orange and Moov Africa Burkina Faso’s deep...
Dual apprenticeships blend classroom training and workplace practice to meet labor needs Programs vary in duration and offer benefits for employers and job seekers alike ILO says model can...
Rollout to start in secondary schools and campuses, expanding nationwide in phases Surveys show rising youth drug use, with some states reporting up to 50% affected Nigeria’s federal...
TY Logistics Park opens Lagos facility with 40,000-pallet capacity to modernize supply chains Site offers broad logistics services near Lekki port and major industrial hubs Launch highlights...
Suez Canal forecasts $8 billion revenue in 2025/26 as traffic recovers Ship numbers, tonnage, and revenue rise amid easing Red Sea tensions SCA expands services and notes Maersk’s...
Nearly half of spending directed to social programs amid growth, financing pressures Lawmakers debate sustainability and external financing as bill moves to Senate Togo’s parliament on...
A long-term investment drive, new industrial projects and tighter oversight of artisanal output are reshaping the country’s ambitions in one of the continent’s most competitive sectors. Côte d’Ivoire is...
The Central Bank reduces its policy rate to 9%, marking a ninth consecutive cut. Inflation remains contained at 4.5%, within the 2.5%–7.5% target range. Kenya and the IMF continue talks on a...
(FRENCH-AFRICAN FOUNDATION) - Story School, the communication school of Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), in collaboration with the French-African Foundation, announces the launch of KESSA – the...
Aterian signs a binding agreement with France’s Lithosquare to deploy AI-driven exploration in Morocco and Botswana under a €1.4 million program. The deal gives Lithosquare an immediate 20%...
Nigeria and Saudi Arabia signed a renewable five-year MoU covering defence and military cooperation. The agreement expands collaboration on training, intelligence sharing, counterterrorism and...
Cameroon and Japan advance rice programme improving yields and seed quality to cut reliance on costly imports. PRODERIP Phase III shows results as certified seeds, post-harvest upgrades and...
Gabon’s Social Affairs Ministry presented a digital platform to track social aid with greater transparency and accuracy. The system aims to improve beneficiary identification, reduce fraud...
Africa’s factoring volume rose from €21.6 billion in 2017 to €50 billion ($58.17 billion) in 2024. Afreximbank says the continent must scale the market to at least €240...
Cameroon launches process to transpose CEMAC’s new PPP directive into national law. Reform seeks to modernise outdated PPP systems and boost investor confidence. Success will hinge on...
Xinhai plans a A$8 million investment plus technical support for Dokwe’s development Partnership would cover sampling, metallurgy work, and the final feasibility study Deal comes amid...
U.S. operator begins Phase 3 drilling on the Etame permit with well ET-15 Campaign targets new volumes in mature reservoirs and improved recovery rates Effort comes as oil remains central to...
Company plans a $100 million strategic share placement plus $3 million from institutions Funds will support mine development and exploration at the Longonjo rare earth...
Rwanda maintained strong growth and adequate reserves, but external pressures are mounting. Public debt is projected to rise toward 80% of GDP by 2027, driven by major state-led projects. IMF urges...
New policy integrates mines, hydrocarbons, and energy into one long-term framework Government aims to raise the sector’s GDP share to 14% by 2040, up from 7% in 2022 Plan requires CFA38,000...
New agreement with The Andersons aims to secure sales of 100,000+ tons from 2026 U.S. firm ships 750,000 tons of farm commodities a year and is a major grain exporter Deal expected to...
New restoration effort targets 80,000 hectares under the SURAGGWA program Initiative is part of a $222 million climate-resilience plan backed by the Green Climate Fund Project expected...
Report outlines four reforms to help Africa boost its role in global food value chains Measures focus on financing, land rights, logistics, and trade policy Study finds Africa’s share of...
Additional $800,000 brings MM Lekker’s total SEFAA financing to $1.2 million Company to expand farmer network, strengthen supply chain, and improve operations Support includes...
New AI Unit created to coordinate national AI strategy and projects Structure will implement the Digital Transformation Blueprint 2025–2029 Centralized governance aims to boost efficiency,...
Chinese group plans a $100 million spinning and weaving complex in Egypt Project could create about 1,500 jobs and support exports to Europe and Africa Move strengthens Egypt’s strategy to...
Safaricom secured KES 20B ($154M) in a 176% oversubscribed green bond, funding tower solarisation to cut diesel costs permanently. Capital is deployed to swap volatile fuel OpEx for fixed solar CapEx,...
McCormick Tractors enters Ethiopia through an exclusive distribution partnership with Kerchanshe Group. Ethiopia plans to increase its tractor fleet from 20,000 to 65,000 under its ten-year...
Mauritius creates an Artificial Intelligence Unit under the Ministry of ICT and Innovation to coordinate national AI initiatives. The country ranks 69th globally in the 2024 AI Readiness Index with...
The Ministry of Technology and Science and Yango hosted a dialogue to explore public-private strategies for accelerating Zambia’s shift to a tech-driven, inclusive economy. Minister Felix Mutati...
South Africa’s BBI and Huawei are building a national optical backbone to meet SA Connect goals by 2030. Huawei’s 800G tech enables real-time data flow to support healthcare, education, e-commerce,...
New export rules fail to resolve key concerns, keeping cobalt shipments stalled. Producers say quotas, royalty rules and procedures remain unclear or unworkable. Industry urges urgent...
Dentons confirms its targeting strategy on Africa’s future by anchoring itself in Dakar and Douala, two rising hubs along emerging energy and infrastructure corridors. The firm’s expansion aligns...
Cameroon’s state operator has finalized a three-year partnership with Ethio Telecom to boost digital payments, modernize networks and prepare the launch of Blue Money in 2026. But the move tests whether...
Cameroon finalizes MoU to join Medusa Africa submarine cable project Medusa to boost connectivity with Europe, Africa, Asia; operational by 2028 Project aims to attract tech giants, expand...
Libya to award first oil, gas licenses in 18 years by early 2026 Tender includes 20 blocks; major international firms among pre-qualified bidders New awards aim to boost output to 1.6M bpd,...
Fund backed by World Bank aims to ease SME access to bank credit Only 22% of SMEs secure loans; banking access remains limited at 7% The Central African Republic will soon launch its national...
AES condemns Nigerian military plane’s unauthorized landing in Burkina Faso Nigeria cites emergency due to technical issue; all personnel reported safe AES boosts airspace security amid...
Cameroon’s REPACI film festival returns Dec. 11-13 with 135 short films Events include screenings, masterclasses, panels on social cinema and criticism Submissions span 23 countries; focus on...
Asara to acquire Arafura’s Guinea gold permits, expanding exploration to 296 km² Deal includes S$100 payment, 2% royalty; strengthens position in Siguiri basin Follows Burkina Faso exit; gold...
FAO chief visits Djibouti as nation seeks $100M for agri-sector overhaul Plan aims to boost food production; Djibouti currently imports 80% of needs Livestock dominates sector but faces...
Angola, Gemcorp launch $500M Africa infrastructure fund based in Abu Dhabi Fund targets energy, minerals, food, water; FSDEA, Gemcorp commit $100M Aims to attract Gulf, European...
Purchases could exceed 110 million tons by year-end Imports reached 103.79 million tons in the first 11 months, up 6.9 % U.S. sales rebound as China expands buying from South America The year...
FCFA appreciated against the dollar, yuan, pound, and euro Price competitiveness fell as the real effective exchange rate rose 1.2 % Inflation gap limited losses, but BEAC expects pressures to...
Macron says France will reinforce cooperation at Tinubu’s request Announcement follows rising attacks, abductions, and jihadist violence Nigeria boosts security forces as bilateral ties with France...
Bilateral trade reached $4 billion, up 56.4 % year on year Togo’s exports to China rose fivefold amid expanding FOCAC preferences Soybean access to China nears completion as export sectors...
Senegal sets its 2026 Digital Ministry budget at CFA81.06 billion, with nearly 60% directed to investments. The “New Deal Technologique” strategy targets CFA1,105 billion in digital investment by...
Global airline net profit should rise to $41 billion in 2026, according to IATA. Africa is set to generate only $1.3 net profit per passenger—far below the $7.9 global...
West Africa’s food economy represents 35% of regional GDP, yet weak transport and power systems keep costs high and limit efficiency. Food prices in West Africa stand 30%–40% above global levels...
KenGen increased its profit after tax by 54% to KES 10.48 billion ($81 million). More than 90% of its 1,786 MW installed capacity comes from renewable sources. Shareholders approved a...
ARCEP launched DNSSEC on Burkina Faso’s national “.bf” domain on 5 December 2025. ICANN supported the project through the Coalition for Digital Africa and its “DNSSEC Roadshow”...
Omer-Decugis & Cie acquired 100% of Côte d’Ivoire–based Vergers du Bandama. Vergers du Bandama exports more than 1,500 tonnes of fresh mangoes annually with major global...
The Central Bank reduces its policy rate to 9%, marking a ninth consecutive cut. Inflation remains contained at 4.5%, within the 2.5%–7.5% target...
World Bank opens first resident representation in Malabo, led by economist Juan Diego Alonso. Mandate focuses on inclusive growth, private-sector...
Nearly half of spending directed to social programs amid growth, financing pressures Lawmakers debate sustainability and external financing as...
Africa’s factoring volume rose from €21.6 billion in 2017 to €50 billion ($58.17 billion) in 2024. Afreximbank says the continent must...
Additional $800,000 brings MM Lekker’s total SEFAA financing to $1.2 million Company to expand farmer network, strengthen supply...
Cameroon launches process to transpose CEMAC’s new PPP directive into national law. Reform seeks to modernise outdated PPP systems and boost...
South Africa’s BBI and Huawei are building a national optical backbone to meet SA Connect goals by 2030. Huawei’s 800G tech enables real-time data...
Global airline net profit should rise to $41 billion in 2026, according to IATA. Africa is set to generate only $1.3 net profit per...
TY Logistics Park opens Lagos facility with 40,000-pallet capacity to modernize supply chains Site offers broad logistics services near Lekki...
Dual apprenticeships blend classroom training and workplace practice to meet labor needs Programs vary in duration and offer benefits for...
Suez Canal forecasts $8 billion revenue in 2025/26 as traffic recovers Ship numbers, tonnage, and revenue rise amid easing Red Sea...
Angola opens international tender to concession Namibe Corridor rail network Project includes rail, port, and logistics links to mineral-rich...
Kenya nears completion of delayed 70-km Ngong-Suswa highway project New route aims to ease major corridor congestion and boost local economy...
Cameroon and Japan advance rice programme improving yields and seed quality to cut reliance on costly imports. PRODERIP Phase III shows results...
New agreement with The Andersons aims to secure sales of 100,000+ tons from 2026 U.S. firm ships 750,000 tons of farm commodities a year and is a...
New restoration effort targets 80,000 hectares under the SURAGGWA program Initiative is part of a $222 million climate-resilience plan...
McCormick Tractors enters Ethiopia through an exclusive distribution partnership with Kerchanshe Group. Ethiopia plans to increase its tractor fleet...
FAO chief visits Djibouti as nation seeks $100M for agri-sector overhaul Plan aims to boost food production; Djibouti currently imports 80% of...
Purchases could exceed 110 million tons by year-end Imports reached 103.79 million tons in the first 11 months, up 6.9 % U.S. sales rebound as...
West Africa’s food economy represents 35% of regional GDP, yet weak transport and power systems keep costs high and limit efficiency. Food prices...
Omer-Decugis & Cie acquired 100% of Côte d’Ivoire–based Vergers du Bandama. Vergers du Bandama exports more than 1,500 tonnes of fresh mangoes...
Aterian signs a binding agreement with France’s Lithosquare to deploy AI-driven exploration in Morocco and Botswana under a €1.4 million...
Xinhai plans a A$8 million investment plus technical support for Dokwe’s development Partnership would cover sampling, metallurgy work, and the...
U.S. operator begins Phase 3 drilling on the Etame permit with well ET-15 Campaign targets new volumes in mature reservoirs and improved recovery...
Galp and TotalEnergies strike asset-swap deal giving TotalEnergies control of Namibia’s Mopane find Galp gains stakes in Venus and PEL 91 as firms...
AJN Resources moves deeper into African gold with deal for 55% of DRC’s Giro project Acquisition adds Kebigada and Douze Match deposits as gold...
Company plans a $100 million strategic share placement plus $3 million from institutions Funds will support mine development and...
New policy integrates mines, hydrocarbons, and energy into one long-term framework Government aims to raise the sector’s GDP share to 14% by...
New export rules fail to resolve key concerns, keeping cobalt shipments stalled. Producers say quotas, royalty rules and procedures remain unclear...
Government targets broad digital expansion through “Chad Connection 2030” and global partnerships Country remains low in e-government and...
Telecel Faso deploys 300 new sites to expand coverage in 750 underserved areas Rollout aims to regain market share amid strong competition from...
Mauritius creates an Artificial Intelligence Unit under the Ministry of ICT and Innovation to coordinate national AI initiatives. The country ranks...
The Ministry of Technology and Science and Yango hosted a dialogue to explore public-private strategies for accelerating Zambia’s shift to a...
Cameroon’s state operator has finalized a three-year partnership with Ethio Telecom to boost digital payments, modernize networks and prepare the launch...
Cameroon finalizes MoU to join Medusa Africa submarine cable project Medusa to boost connectivity with Europe, Africa, Asia; operational by...
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Push Africa plans to train 2 million youth in job-ready sectors Over 100 healthcare assistants graduated in partnership with AUST in Abuja Training...
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Canadian Junior AJN Steps Into DRC Gold Sector With 55% Stake in Giro Project
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Sierra Leone: Proparco Approves $23M Loan for 600-Ton/Day Flour Mill in Freetown
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Senegal Plans to Nationalize Yakaar-Teranga Gas Project
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World Bank Installs Resident Representation in E.Guinea Nearly 55 Years After Country Joined Group
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Cameroon’s Leasing Margins Plunge 73.6% as Sector Activity Slows Sharply
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Cameroon’s Mobile Money Industry Accelerates, Topping CFA135.84bn
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Cameroon Secures New Economic Push as UNDP and Brazil Back Women-Led and Agro-SME Growth
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South Africa’s Capitec to Buy Walletdoc for $23.5 Million
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Eritrea faces some of the Horn of Africa’s deepest infrastructure and climate-resilience gaps, lim...
Huaxin's $100M Balaka plant localizes clinker production, saving Malawi $50M yearly in f...
Nigeria seeks Boeing-Cranfield partnership to build national aircraft MRO centre Project aims t...
Mauritius recorded a 56% increase in UK Google searches for “Christmas in Mauritius” over the past three months. The island ranked fourth overall...
Niokolo-Koba National Park, designated both a Biosphere Reserve and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the ecological treasures of Senegal and all of...
