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Despite shorter distances, domestic air travel remains largely unaffordable in many African countries, where ticket prices often approach or exceed...
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Indonesia plans to raise palm-based biodiesel blend to 50% in 2026 Move linked to rising oil prices and import cost pressures Policy could tighten global palm oil supply and support...
IMF flags slowing growth and rising fiscal pressures in Namibia Public finances strained by lower SACU revenues and rising debt Fund calls for faster structural reforms to boost investment and...
WAF expects gold output to rise to 430,000–490,000 ounces in 2026 Growth driven by first full year of production at Kiaka mine Long-term plan points to sustained output above 500,000...
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Resolute signs MoU with Nimba Mining Company to co-develop gold projects in Guinea. The company targets 500,000 ounces of annual gold production by 2028, nearly doubling output. Portfolio...
Montage Gold increases Koné’s measured and indicated resources to 5.88 million ounces. The company maintains first gold production in Q4 2026 with construction on schedule and within...
Senegal establishes a national chapter of the ECOWAS Rice Observatory (ERO) to boost local rice competitiveness. Local production covers less than half of domestic demand, while imports continue...
Weeks after cutting ties with Fitch following its downgrade to speculative grade, the African Export-Import Bank raised a record amount on the syndicated loan market. The transaction highlights both the...
Vista gains approval to acquire majority stake in Chad’s BAC Deal marks Vista’s expansion into Central African banking market Acquisition targets low financial inclusion and unmet banking...
Government deepens partnership with UNICEF to expand digital learning Low literacy and school access highlight urgency of reform Technology seen as key to improving teaching and student...
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Tunisia tightens import financing rules to protect foreign reserves Banks must require full importer-funded deposits for non-priority goods Measures aim to curb deficit amid rising import...
Guinea injects funds into banks to ease cash shortages Shortages persist due to hoarding and weak cash circulation Central bank pushes digital payments and financial inclusion reforms Guinea...
Africa's air cargo rose 21% in February, led by a 61.9% surge in the Asia corridor despite global logistics shifts Ethiopian Airlines gains via new freighters, while smaller carriers like ASKY face...
Funding expands family allowances and disability support systems Reforms target digital payments, jobs, and support for vulnerable households The World Bank said on Friday it approved $90...
Casablanca Finance City becomes Africa’s top financial centre GFCI ranking shows shifting competitiveness among African financial hubs Index combines global data indicators and professional market...
Jet fuel prices soared 76% to $171, depleting stocks in Zambia and South Africa due to the Middle East conflict Africa's air cargo rose 21% in Feb, led by the Africa-Asia corridor's 61.9% surge...
China grants $14.46 million to Seychelles for development projects Talks advance cooperation across health, infrastructure, trade, and security Housing project launched amid deepening strategic...
Tsodilo partners with U.S.-based Battelle to deploy AI at Gcwihaba project Model will prioritize high-probability drilling targets using existing data Move reflects broader shift toward AI-driven...
AfDB backs $11.3 million mechanism to fund mini-grids in fragile countries Model uses advance sales of renewable energy credits to unlock financing Project targets 14 countries and aims to...
Ethiopia has completed and operationalized its first national digital coffee traceability platform, developed with Germany’s GIZ The system aims to meet EU deforestation rules, which take effect on...
Fitch affirms Tanzania’s B+ rating with stable outlook Growth expected to outpace peers, driven by infrastructure and mining External shocks, especially from Middle East tensions, remain a...
Japanese bank SMBC provides €200 million ($230 million) to BOAD Funds will support agriculture campaigns and fuel supply in WAEMU BOAD also approves CFA206 billion in new sector financing The...
First fully digital public exam aimed to boost transparency and fairness Technical failures caused major delays and disrupted test conditions Issues raise concerns ahead of broader digital recruitment...
Government launches Walisé platform to centralize university data Tool includes dashboards, mapping, and project monitoring features Move aims to improve governance and raise digital administration...
Parliament approves $52 million loan from Arab development fund Funding targets rail upgrades critical to phosphate transport Output has fallen sharply due to aging infrastructure and...
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Somalia launches certified cybersecurity training for public ICT professionals to strengthen national data protection. Authorities step up reforms following the creation of SOMCIRT and new cyber...
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Sonoco secures a $20 million loan from the IFC to develop an integrated poultry project. Guinea’s poultry sector remains underdeveloped, with imports rising over 63% between 2020 and...
Senegal mobilized 304.15 billion CFA francs ($533 million), exceeding its CFA200 billion target. The offering attracted strong demand with a 152% subscription rate across maturities up to 10...
West African Development Bank plans CFA6,500 billion ($11.5 billion) in financing for 2026–2030. The strategy relies on borrowing, securitization, and equity increases to scale funding. The...
S&P cuts Senegal’s local currency rating to CCC+/C and assigns a negative outlook. The country faces financing needs estimated at 26% of GDP in 2026. Authorities increase reliance on regional...
Sub-Saharan producers delay crude sales despite available April-loading cargoes. Supply disruptions linked to Strait of Hormuz closure support higher price expectations. Rising freight costs...
Mali aims to leverage its mining sector to create jobs and foster youth entrepreneurship. More than 31% of young Malians remain outside employment, education, or training. Authorities...
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Rwanda plans phased shutdown of 2G, 3G networks Shift to 4G, 5G under 2024-2029 digital strategy Transition raises concerns over affordability, rural access, device readiness Rwandan...
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GCF to establish regional offices to boost country engagement 43 countries expressed interest in hosting offices Decision aims to strengthen impact across all partner countries The...
Ethiopia secures $13 billion investment pledges at Addis forum Deals span manufacturing, agriculture, energy, construction sectors Reforms drive inflows, aiming jobs, forex gains,...
Agreement signed during Faye’s March Madrid visit Deal targets sustainability, training, and stronger anti-IUU enforcement IUU fishing costs Senegal millions, worsens stock depletion and governance...
A $147M Novastar Ventures fund backed by major Japanese firms offers co-investment rights into African startups to bridge the funding...
BOAD approves CFA30 billion refinancing for Coris Bank units Funds to support lending, energy projects, and food security in Burkina Faso Move...
Vista gains approval to acquire majority stake in Chad’s BAC Deal marks Vista’s expansion into Central African banking market Acquisition targets low...
Guinea injects funds into banks to ease cash shortages Shortages persist due to hoarding and weak cash circulation Central bank pushes digital...
Senegal mobilized 304.15 billion CFA francs ($533 million), exceeding its CFA200 billion target. The offering attracted strong demand with a 152%...
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Uganda plans $113.3 million injection to expand Uganda Airlines fleet Funding to purchase 10 aircraft amid rising demand, disruptions Airline...
Angola approves $167 million road to connect Luanda to Mussulo Project aims to cut travel time and ease access to coastal...
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Durban plans $112 million superyacht hub to attract luxury visitors Project aims to boost tourism and local economic activity Strategy...
Egypt inaugurates a 56.5 km monorail connecting Cairo to the new administrative capital. The project involves Alstom, Orascom Construction, and...
Ethiopia has completed and operationalized its first national digital coffee traceability platform, developed with Germany’s GIZ The system aims to...
Indonesia plans to raise palm-based biodiesel blend to 50% in 2026 Move linked to rising oil prices and import cost pressures Policy could...
Senegal establishes a national chapter of the ECOWAS Rice Observatory (ERO) to boost local rice competitiveness. Local production covers less...
Toyo Engineering Corporation holds talks with Tanzanian authorities to build a fertilizer plant producing ammonia and urea. Tanzania depends...
Sonoco secures a $20 million loan from the IFC to develop an integrated poultry project. Guinea’s poultry sector remains underdeveloped, with...
Agreement signed during Faye’s March Madrid visit Deal targets sustainability, training, and stronger anti-IUU enforcement IUU fishing costs Senegal...
South Africa exported $1.3 billion of agricultural goods to the Middle East in 2025 Rising geopolitical tensions disrupt logistics and...
IFC considers €13 million loan to Mali’s Société Diarra Négoce Funds to build grain mill, storage, solar plant near Bamako Project targets rising...
NOC signs deal with Chevron to study offshore block NC146 No drilling planned yet; focus remains on technical assessment Move reflects Libya’s...
WAF expects gold output to rise to 430,000–490,000 ounces in 2026 Growth driven by first full year of production at Kiaka mine Long-term...
Montage Gold increases Koné’s measured and indicated resources to 5.88 million ounces. The company maintains first gold production in...
Resolute signs MoU with Nimba Mining Company to co-develop gold projects in Guinea. The company targets 500,000 ounces of annual gold production...
Angola signs cooperation deal with Brazil to upgrade power system Agreement focuses on planning, regulation, and technical capacity Power...
Zambia signs PPA for 100 MW hybrid wind-solar project Project supports diversification away from hydropower dependence Expansion of renewables aims to...
Africa's air cargo rose 21% in February, led by a 61.9% surge in the Asia corridor despite global logistics shifts Ethiopian Airlines gains via new...
Tsodilo partners with U.S.-based Battelle to deploy AI at Gcwihaba project Model will prioritize high-probability drilling targets using existing...
Strategy outlines $8.2 billion in investments to achieve universal broadband Plan targets fiber, mobile networks, data centers, and last-mile...
First fully digital public exam aimed to boost transparency and fairness Technical failures caused major delays and disrupted test conditions Issues...
Government launches Walisé platform to centralize university data Tool includes dashboards, mapping, and project monitoring features Move aims to...
Somalia launches certified cybersecurity training for public ICT professionals to strengthen national data protection. Authorities step up reforms...
Rwanda plans phased shutdown of 2G, 3G networks Shift to 4G, 5G under 2024-2029 digital strategy Transition raises concerns over...
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Jet fuel prices soared 76% to $171, depleting stocks in Zambia and South Africa due to the Middle East conflict Africa's air cargo rose 21% in...
Government backs plan to officially recognize Daara schools Reform aims to integrate hundreds of thousands of students Authorities link move...
Government deepens partnership with UNICEF to expand digital learning Low literacy and school access highlight urgency of reform Technology seen as...
Mali aims to leverage its mining sector to create jobs and foster youth entrepreneurship. More than 31% of young Malians remain outside...
Orange Côte d'Ivoire launches “Mobile Pro” for small businesses Service bundles calls, SMS, internet with business-focused app access Aims to boost...
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