Circular migration is based on structured, value-added mobility between countries of origin and host countries. In this model, African students and...
Ecofin Agency - As global Islamic finance aims for $6 trillion in assets during this year, 2026, world-renowned expert Muhammad Zubair Mughal—CEO of...
The Africa Cup of Nations, underway in Morocco, is showcasing the payoff from grassroots investment and long-term vision. Comoros, Mozambique and Tanzania...
Everyday digital activities, from buying goods on foreign platforms to streaming series and following social media influencers, generate billions of...
The world’s top cashew producer since 2015, Côte d’Ivoire is relying on public incentives to draw private investment as it pushes to expand domestic...
Trump says US forces hit Islamic State fighters in Sokoto state Abuja confirms strikes but rejects claims of a religiously driven...
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S&P rated Africa Finance Corporation A/A-1 with positive outlook Strong risk management, low NPLs support infrastructure-focused...
The World Bank is preparing a $250 million grant-funded project to support SME financing in Niger. The project aligns with Niger’s national...
The World Bank approved a $43 million Health Emergency Preparedness, Response and Resilience (HEPRR) project for Botswana. The project targets...
Nairobi 2026 marks a turning point as African insurers shift from post-disaster payouts to data-driven, ex-ante management of climate and health...
As concessional financing and budget support become increasingly uncertain for many African countries, Tanzania is looking for new room to manoeuvre to...
India halts diesel exports to EU after new Russian oil rules Shipments redirected to West Africa, hitting record late 2025 levels EU...
Platform offers project vetting, mentoring, and tailored financing tools Gabon leads CEMAC region in 2024 start-up fundraising with $1M...
Africa CDC is operationalising a $482.5 million, five-year climate-health framework (2025–2029) to shift Africa from emergency response to...
Harena Rare Earths plans to start building its Madagascar mine in 2027 Two rare earth projects show strong financial potential over long...
A stronger Congolese franc has reduced the local value of external financing, creating a $836 million budget gap in the DRC’s 2026 fiscal...
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As Africa’s leading gold producer, Ghana launched a series of reforms in 2025 to better regulate and structure the sector. The effort is being driven in...
Liberia and BADEA signed a $30 million financing agreement to modernize the Salayea–Konia road. The deal includes a $700,000 grant to...
As concessional financing and budget support become increasingly uncertain for many African countries, Tanzania is looking for new room to manoeuvre to...
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Liberia and BADEA signed a $30 million financing agreement to modernize the Salayea–Konia road. The deal includes a $700,000 grant to...
MENA waste generation hits 155M tonnes; 67% poorly managed, World Bank says Region risks $7.2B in yearly environmental damage, plastic pollution...
FDI to Africa dropped to $59 billion in 2025, with North Africa down 67% Sub-Saharan Africa proved more resilient, posting a limited 6%...
Gold production rose 10% year on year, reaching 1.21 mln ounces in 2025. Lafigué delivered its first full year of output, offsetting declines at other sites. The group met its annual targets and...
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Galiano Gold will invest at least C$17mln in gold exploration in Ghana in 2026. The budget is up 70% year on year and targets reserve growth at the Asanko mine. Drilling programs are planned at Abore...
Niger junta accuses France, Benin, Côte d’Ivoire of backing attack Gunfire reported near Niamey airport amid ECOWAS tensions Border closure with Benin worsens economic strain Niger’s military...
African Union, U.S. launch infrastructure and investment working group Initiative targets trade, logistics, digital projects under Agenda 2063 Group seeks to mobilize U.S. private capital for African...
Coffee, cocoa price slump leaves 1,500 tonnes unsold in Togo Cocoa prices fall sharply, halving exports year-on-year Sector urges coordinated losses to clear stocks, revive trade A sharp drop in...
Nigeria lowered oil and gas signature bonuses to $3m–$7m from much higher past levels. The change applies to payments made before license awards in the current bidding round. The move comes as...
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Standard Bank arranged a $250m facility to fund Aradel Energy’s expansion and acquisition plans. The deal allows Aradel to raise its stake in ND Western to 81.67% and gain majority control. The...
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Africa to host 40% of global high-impact oil wells in 2026 Rystad identifies over 40 high-impact exploration wells worldwide Most African wells offshore Atlantic, targeting frontier deepwater...
Cameroon ratifies AfDB loans worth 89 billion CFA francs Funding backs CAP2E youth employment project in the Far North Project targets training, jobs, SMEs, climate resilience through...
Cameroon ratifies AfDB loans worth 89 billion CFA francs Funding backs CAP2E youth employment project in the Far North Project targets training, jobs, SMEs, climate resilience through...
Burkina Faso adopts 2026-2030 Recovery Plan guiding economic and social policy Five-year plan mandated by law, replacing previous national development framework Program centers on security, governance...
MTN Ghana signed an MoU with youth-led Thrive and Shine LBG to promote digital literacy and AI skills. The group pledged US$2 million to Ghana’s One Million Coders Programme, aligning with government...
The IMF forecasts Zambia’s real GDP growth at 5.8% in 2026, up from an estimated 5.2% in 2025. The IMF approves a $190 million disbursement, bringing total financing under the program...
The Port of Mombasa handled 45.45 million tonnes in 2025, up 10.9% year on year. Transit traffic rose 19.5% to 15.88 million tonnes, while container volumes climbed 5.5% to 2.11 million TEUs. Kenya...
Madagascar launched the ASAN’AI program to train 1,300 people for digital customer relations and BPO jobs. Authorities aim to train tens of thousands of young people in digital skills by 2028 through...
Lucara Diamond closed a C$165 million ($121 million) equity financing to support the expansion of its Karowe diamond mine in Botswana. The underground expansion, now expected to start production in...
Tanzania invested $9 million in irrigation equipment to accelerate nationwide irrigation projects. The government plans to drill 500 irrigation wells across 178 districts in fiscal year...
Niger’s telecom regulator launched a real-time monitoring platform to strengthen technical, economic, and regulatory oversight of mobile networks. Mobile penetration edged down to 59.73% in early 2025,...
Liberia is preparing a national agricultural traceability system to comply with the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) due to fully apply in late 2026. EU agri-food imports from Liberia more than...
Senegal has inaugurated a vegetable oil refinery with a capacity of 600 tons per day. The CFA60bn project aims to cut imports and strengthen food security. The plant is expected to support local...
IGAD, with World Bank support through EARDIP, held a three-day workshop to validate a PPP framework for expanding digital infrastructure and services. Launched in June 2023, EARDIP aims to build a...
The year 2025 stands out as a turning point for the WAEMU public debt market. Not because it marked a rupture, but because it exposed the balances, tensions, and paradoxes of a market that has reached...
Mali approved the transfer of the Kobada mining license to Canada’s Toubani Resources. The decision clears the way for construction after approval of the 2023 mining code and environmental permit. The...
Sasol issued a precautionary force majeure notice over potential gas supply disruptions from Mozambique. Flooding damaged roads in Mozambique and disrupted logistics linked to gas production, including...
Tunisia has launched the 13th edition of the Riyeda entrepreneurship fair in Tunis. The two-day event aims to attract more than 10,000 entrepreneurs, startups, and investors. The focus is on...
Mali obtained official usage rights and dedicated logistics facilities at the port of Conakry under bilateral agreements with Guinea. Mali’s cabinet approved the free transfer of 10 hectares of...
The IMF approved program reviews, enabling an immediate $91m disbursement to Mauritania. Total IMF financing to the country since 2023 now stands at about $258mln. Authorities met...
Cassava Technologies and AXON Networks have signed a partnership on network virtualization in Africa. The alliance targets cost reduction and faster upgrades from 4G to 5G for operators. The...
Private equity firm CAPZA acquired a minority stake in Concerto without changing governance. Concerto aims to accelerate international expansion, particularly in Africa and the Middle...
Toubani Resources plans to update mineral resources at its Kobada gold project. The company aims to identify additional gold volumes beyond the 2024 estimate. Kobada currently hosts 2.2...
Kenya and the Czech Republic signed a defense cooperation agreement in Nairobi. The deal covers military training, peacekeeping, intelligence, and cybersecurity. Bilateral trade...
Kenya will launch a digital platform to automate payments on external debt. The system goes live on February 2, 2026, with a one-month transition period. External debt accounts for nearly...
ZTE took part in a 5G industry event hosted by Ooredoo Algeria in Algiers. The summit featured network tests and demonstrations of 5G capabilities. Operators are preparing the market ahead...
The European Commission approved €9.6 million to fund new preparatory studies for the Egypt–Greece GREGY interconnection. The GREGY project plans a 3,000-MW subsea power cable spanning about...
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Cameroon coffee export revenues tripled to 3.5 billion CFA francs Marketed output rose 10% in 2024-2025, NCCB data show Producer prices jumped for Arabica and Robusta The 2024-2025...
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Mozambique central bank cut benchmark rate to 9.25% Inflation eased to 3.2% in December, supporting policy easing Thirteenth consecutive rate cut since January 2024 The Bank of Mozambique cut its...
EABL first-half net profit jumped 38% to 11.2 billion shillings Revenue rose 11%, helped by resilient volumes and lower finance costs Interim dividend raised 60% despite household income and cost...
Sonoco seeks undisclosed eight-year IFC loan for Guinea poultry project Integrated facilities planned near Kindia, Massayah, Sanoyah, operational by 2027 Project aims to cut poultry imports, boost...
Perseus Mining gold output fell 14% to 431,684 ounces in 2025 Lower production reported at Ivorian mines and Ghana’s Edikan Output dip aligns with mine plans ahead of Nyanzaga commissioning Perseus...
Congo public debt fell to 74.11% of GDP in 2025 Domestic borrowing dominates, accounting for 61% of total debt Short maturities loom, with 15.47% due within 12 months The Republic of Congo’s...
Namibia’s telecom regulator plans a phased switch-off of 2G and 3G networks starting in 2026. The country aims to rely on 4G, 5G, and low-Earth-orbit satellites to expand broadband access. High...
Air Tanzania has started direct flights between Dar es Salaam and Accra, operating three times a week. The route strengthens East–West Africa connectivity and supports tourism growth. The launch fits...
Gold prices climbed above $5,500 an ounce, setting a new all-time high. Safe-haven demand is rising amid dollar weakness and geopolitical uncertainty. African gold producers are adjusting fiscal...
Tunisia’s state power utility has launched a partnership with the EBRD on grid digital security. The project focuses on cybersecurity, IT-OT convergence, and renewable energy integration. The move...
Chinese importers continue to prioritize Brazilian soybeans over US supplies. Price and tariff gaps keep US soybeans less competitive despite a trade truce. Diplomatic talks could influence China’s...
The World Bank is preparing a $250 million grant-funded project to support SME financing in Niger. The project aligns with Niger’s national resilience and reform strategy under the PRSP...
The Bank of Ghana cut its policy rate by 250 basis points to 15.5% on January 28, 2026. Inflation fell sharply to 5.4% in December 2025 from 23.8% a...
Standard Bank arranged a $250m facility to fund Aradel Energy’s expansion and acquisition plans. The deal allows Aradel to raise its stake in ND...
Cameroon ratifies AfDB loans worth 89 billion CFA francs Funding backs CAP2E youth employment project in the Far North Project targets training, jobs,...
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Guinea has resumed road clearance operations across Greater Conakry since mid-January. Authorities cite traffic safety, urban sanitation, and...
SOTRACO received 375 new buses on January 27, 2026, bringing total acquisitions to 530 units. The investment is part of the PMUGO and the...
Angola launches 260 km Benguela Railway extension linking Luena to Saurimo $1.16 billion project awarded to Odebrecht under national transport...
Mali obtained official usage rights and dedicated logistics facilities at the port of Conakry under bilateral agreements with Guinea. Mali’s...
ECOWAS cut aviation taxes and reduced passenger and security charges by 25% from Jan. 1, 2026, but ticket prices have yet to fall. Member states...
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