By David Adama, Senior Specialist for Continental and Regional Engagement at AGRA, and Henry Lagat, Lead for Generation Africa Youth Voice and Empowerment...
Joëlle TRAORÉ is a tax law expert with a PhD from the University of Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne. She specializes in international and African taxation, with...
In 2025, the development of the Kamoa-Kakula copper complex, the largest in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), was marked by two major events: a...
French think tank coins “CUBITA” for six agricultural powers Group accounts for one-third of global farm exports Report says members could reshape...
Algeria plans to launch construction of the $13 billion Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline (TSGP) after Ramadan. The TSGP would transport 20–30...
As digital payments continue to expand across Francophone Africa, the ecosystem is moving into a more mature phase where the core challenge is no longer...
Tomatoes are widely produced and consumed in West Africa, but much of the trade occurs through informal channels, leaving regional market dynamics largely...
Domestic debt now accounts for the majority of public borrowing in sub-Saharan Africa Shift reduces exposure to currency shocks but raises costs and...
Benin allocates $13.5 million to support 365 SMEs under the 2026 PAEB cohort. Authorities target a 40% share of women-led businesses in the...
Companies and NGOs warn against reopening the EU deforestation regulation again Repeated delays have already pushed implementation to...
Parliament passes Copyright Amendment Bill to improve royalty collection and enforcement New framework introduces digital payment systems and...
Russia is increasingly using African ship registries to sustain oil exports under sanctions Weak oversight and “flags of convenience” complicate...
Four years after Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine, the fertilizer market is facing a new shock as military tensions escalate between Iran, Israel and the...
Government suppliers assured continued access to foreign currency despite shift to ZiG payments RBZ campaign reaches 610,000 people across 48...
Dangote signs 25-year gas supply deal with China’s GCL for Ethiopia plant The project aims to support local fertilizer production and cut...
Creative industries expand with women at the core, but face persistent financing gaps Sector contributes up to $310 billion to GDP and...
Morocco ranks Africa’s top IP performer, 22nd globally in 2026 Strong patent framework, but enforcement gaps persist (piracy,...
Tomatoes are widely produced and consumed in West Africa, but much of the trade occurs through informal channels, leaving regional market dynamics largely underestimated. Burkina Faso suspended its fresh...
Benin allocates $13.5 million to support 365 SMEs under the 2026 PAEB cohort. Authorities target a 40% share of women-led businesses in the...
Altona lists on US OTCQB to access American capital Move supports Mozambique Monte Muambe rare earths project development Listing aligns with US push...
Botswana and Mauritius to host business forum on March 20 in Gaborone Focus on ICT, fintech, finance, and services sectors Initiative aims to...
Russia is increasingly using African ship registries to sustain oil exports under sanctions Weak oversight and “flags of convenience” complicate...
By David Adama, Senior Specialist for Continental and Regional Engagement at AGRA, and Henry Lagat, Lead for Generation Africa Youth Voice and Empowerment...
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) held a three-day training session for economic journalists in Kinshasa from March 17 to 19, 2026, in collaboration...
Altona lists on US OTCQB to access American capital Move supports Mozambique Monte Muambe rare earths project development Listing aligns with US push...
Botswana and Mauritius to host business forum on March 20 in Gaborone Focus on ICT, fintech, finance, and services sectors Initiative aims to...
Algeria launches major zinc-lead mine in Bejaia province Deposit holds 54Mt ore, targets 170kt zinc annually Project supports diversification,...
Eni reports over 1 trillion cubic feet of new gas offshore Libya Discoveries could be tied to existing infrastructure for quick output Move...
Senegal’s president to visit Spain March 24-26 at king’s invitation Talks expected on migration, security, and economic cooperation sectors Spain provides €27 million annual aid for agriculture,...
DR Congo says fuel supply stable, stocks sufficient through June Government plans strategic reserve amid Middle East-related disruptions Global shipping decline may raise import costs and domestic...
Food prices vary widely across regions, highest in Lomé Cereals cheaper near production areas; vegetables show mixed patterns Transport costs drive disparities; state fixes uniform fuel prices A...
South Africa pushes faster oil, gas exploration despite legal challenges Environmental groups’ court actions delay projects by Shell, TotalEnergies Government advances new regulations, state company,...
In this week’s health roundup, Sub-Saharan Africa continues to bear a disproportionate share of global child deaths even as some countries make progress. Senegal is improving HIV control and Madagascar...
South Africa launches performance-based grant to unlock 100 billion rand Program targets improved municipal services and stronger financial management Incentives tied to reforms addressing...
Tomatoes are widely produced and consumed in West Africa, but much of the trade occurs through informal channels, leaving regional market dynamics largely underestimated. Burkina Faso suspended its fresh...
Maluku SEZ to receive river dock to boost logistics Saphir Ceramics funds dock to improve exports via river Facility supports growing industrial activity and regional trade The Maluku Special...
UNCDF, Co-op Bank Kenya sign guarantee to boost digital lending Risk-sharing aims expand financing access for startups, platforms Deal supports Kenya’s growing digital economy and startup...
Nigeria considers increasing 75 MW electricity exports to Togo Talks focus on meeting rising demand and recent supply disruptions Expansion depends on payment guarantees and secure commercial...
UBA UK, BII sign intent to expand trade finance in Africa Partnership targets funding gaps for intra-African trade businesses Initiative aims narrow $80bn annual trade finance...
Ghana to submit UN resolution on slave trade March 25 Draft seeks recognition as gravest crime against humanity Backed by AU, CARICOM; aims support justice and reconciliation Ghana’s foreign...
Benin hosts trilateral military talks with Côte d'Ivoire and France Discussions focus on intelligence sharing, training, counterterrorism cooperation Meeting reflects rising security threats across...
Côte d’Ivoire plans 15 agri-tech hubs to support women in agribusiness The centers will focus on processing, training, and digital tools The project’s budget and timeline have not yet been...
Kenya has launched construction of the Naivasha–Kisumu SGR extension The project aims to connect to Uganda and boost regional trade flows Completion is expected by mid-2027 after years of funding...
Congo has approved the acquisition of Chemaf by U.S. company Virtus Minerals The deal includes $30 million for equity and plans for $750 million in investment The move comes amid U.S.-DRC...
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) held a three-day training session for economic journalists in Kinshasa from March 17 to 19, 2026, in collaboration with Ecofin Agency and Bankable. The initiative is...
Liz Westcott is confirmed as CEO after serving in an interim role since December The appointment comes as Woodside expands operations, including in Senegal The company is advancing major projects like...
IMF approves reviews of Seychelles’ reform programs, unlocking $45 million Total disbursements since 2023 to reach about $105.1 million Growth expected to slow in 2026 amid global...
World Bank approves $135 million to support Senegal’s health system reforms. The Naatangue 2030 program targets maternal, child, and adolescent health and expands insurance coverage. Persistent...
Domestic debt now accounts for the majority of public borrowing in sub-Saharan Africa Shift reduces exposure to currency shocks but raises costs and refinancing risks IMF highlights shorter debt...
Benin allocates $13.5 million to support 365 SMEs under the 2026 PAEB cohort. Authorities target a 40% share of women-led businesses in the program. SMEs represent over 90% of firms but face...
Egypt and Indonesia each expect to import around 13 million tonnes of wheat in 2025/2026. Egypt’s demand remains structurally high due to population growth and subsidized bread consumption. Both...
Kenya becomes the first African country to establish a formal digital dialogue framework with the European Union. The partnership targets infrastructure, artificial intelligence, and digital public...
Tanzania courts Chinese investors to rebuild a textile sector hit by a near 40% production decline since 2020. The number of operational textile factories has fallen from 33 in 2017 to just three in...
Angola’s parliament unanimously approved a startup law to address legal gaps and support innovation. Authorities set a $3.5 million annual revenue cap to define startups, including pre-revenue...
Over 80% of Africa’s agricultural land is degraded, limiting productivity gains. Improved crop yields reach only 28% in Africa versus 88% in Asia due to poor soil health. Governments and partners...
Cemac developing system to track informal cross-border trade data Regional workshop trains experts on mapping flows and estimating transactions Initiative aims improve statistics, policy, and border...
Altona lists on US OTCQB to access American capital Move supports Mozambique Monte Muambe rare earths project development Listing aligns with US push to secure non-China rare earth supply British...
DRC, South Africa to resume Inga 3 talks in April Plans include boosting power exports up to 5,000 MW $10bn+ project still in planning with World Bank backing The Democratic Republic of Congo and...
Cameroon banana exports jump 36% to 27,674 tons in January Growth driven by French group subsidiaries PHP and CDBM Compagnie Fruitière dominance to exceed 90% after Boh acquisition Cameroon’s...
Nigerian insurers Guinea, Sovereign Trust seek 10.8bn naira capital Guinea launches rights issue; Sovereign Trust awaits NGX approval Raises aim meet stricter NAICOM capital requirements across...
Djibouti receives a $35 million grant to expand rural access to drinking water The project will benefit over 120,000 people and strengthen climate resilience It is part of a broader regional...
DeAfrica is training 1,068 participants from 45 African countries in AI The program aims to prepare youth for a fast-evolving AI-driven economy The initiative reflects growing demand for digital...
Ghana will block telecom access for users linked to mobile money fraud The measure relies on the national ID system used for SIM registration It comes as mobile money grows rapidly alongside...
ICAO is auditing aviation security in Kinshasa and Lubumbashi from March 18–30 The review is key to improving compliance and restoring international confidence DRC aims to address past gaps...
Authorities are probing a leak on a pipeline linked to the Al-Sharara field The fire was contained with no casualties and production remains stable Al-Sharara remains central to Libya’s plan...
DRC has launched a program to improve geological data and mining governance The initiative aims to attract investment and strengthen critical mineral value chains The move comes as the country...
Nearly 90% of Kenya’s electricity comes from renewable sources Access to electricity has risen sharply, reaching 79% in 2025 The growth of solar and wind is creating new grid stability...
Companies and NGOs warn against reopening the EU deforestation regulation again Repeated delays have already pushed implementation to 2026–2027 The April review is seen as a critical test of...
Djibrilla Issa takes charge of World Bank programs in Senegal, Mauritania, Cape Verde, Guinea-Bissau, and The Gambia, managing a $6 billion portfolio. His mandate focuses on sustainable and...
Adenia Entrepreneurial Fund I (AEF) secures $180 million in its first close, exceeding its $150 million target. The fund targets majority stakes in African SMEs across industry,...
Bank of Ghana lowers its policy rate by 150 basis points to 14%, the lowest since July 2021. The cut reflects improving macroeconomic conditions and declining inflation, which fell to 3.3% in...
Kenya engages Singapore in discussions to enhance its digital transformation and public security. Talks focus on Singapore’s model for national security coordination and technology...
Pancontinental Energy extends its PEL 87 offshore permit in Namibia by 12 months, valid until January 2027. The company must complete an environmental impact assessment, reprocess 3D seismic data,...
Stanlib Asset Management raises 5 billion rand ($295 million) in the first close of its Khanyisa fund for clean energy. Fund already invests in 14 operational renewable assets under South Africa’s...
MTN Mobile Money Zambia partnered with Indo Zambia Bank to enable payments via bank POS terminals. The integration allows MoMo users to pay merchants directly without cash. The initiative...
Initial capital cost for the Songwe Hill project increased to $297.8 million from $277 million. The project targets payback in 3.4 years and annual output of 5,954 tonnes of rare earth...
Parliament passes Copyright Amendment Bill to improve royalty collection and enforcement New framework introduces digital payment systems and stricter penalties for infringement Reform aligns...
Authorities launched an investigation into a pipeline leak following a fire near the Al-Sharara oil field. The National Oil Corporation contained the fire with no reported casualties and maintained...
Ghana’s real GDP growth reached 6% in 2025, up from 5.8% in 2024. The services sector led growth, contributing over 63% and expanding 8.6% in Q4. Information, agriculture, gold production and...
Nigeria secured £746 million ($990.4 million) in UK-backed financing to upgrade Apapa and Tin Can Island ports. The project combines infrastructure expansion and digitalization to ease congestion...
Botswana and Mauritius to host business forum on March 20 in Gaborone Focus on ICT, fintech, finance, and services sectors Initiative aims to boost intra-African trade and cross-border...
Nigeria plans Coventry University campus in Lagos with admissions expected in late 2026 Initiative aims to reduce outbound education spending and ease foreign exchange pressure Project...
Nigeria signs $496 million dairy investment deal with Asset Green Project includes 20,000-hectare complex, 10,000 cows, processing facilities Initiative aims to boost local output,...
Morocco forecasts economic growth rising to 5.6% in 2026 Outlook driven by agriculture rebound and resilient non-farm activity Inflation seen low at 0.8%, external deficit expected to...
Cameroon signs MoUs for $1.5 billion waste-to-energy projects Plans target waste treatment, energy recovery in Douala and Yaoundé Projects face funding, infrastructure gaps and...
Newcore Gold increases Enchi project resources to 1.50 million ounces Growth follows drilling across four deposits, boosting development prospects Company targets feasibility study by June...
Nigerian insurers Guinea, Sovereign Trust seek 10.8bn naira capital Guinea launches rights issue; Sovereign Trust awaits NGX approval Raises aim meet...
UBA UK, BII sign intent to expand trade finance in Africa Partnership targets funding gaps for intra-African trade businesses Initiative aims...
IMF approves reviews of Seychelles’ reform programs, unlocking $45 million Total disbursements since 2023 to reach about $105.1...
Cemac developing system to track informal cross-border trade data Regional workshop trains experts on mapping flows and estimating...
Adenia Entrepreneurial Fund I (AEF) secures $180 million in its first close, exceeding its $150 million target. The fund targets...
Ghana is receiving 100 buses assembled in Egypt to support public transport The delivery is part of a plan to acquire more than 300 buses in 2026 The...
Kenya signs deal with China’s Stecol to upgrade Nairobi road Project expands 23.5km route to dual carriageway with interchanges $298.9M China...
Gabon inaugurates a new border post in Kabala to improve trade and mobility with Republic of the Congo. The project supports regional integration...
Nigeria secured £746 million ($990.4 million) in UK-backed financing to upgrade Apapa and Tin Can Island ports. The project combines...
Maluku SEZ to receive river dock to boost logistics Saphir Ceramics funds dock to improve exports via river Facility supports growing industrial...
Kenya has launched construction of the Naivasha–Kisumu SGR extension The project aims to connect to Uganda and boost regional trade flows Completion...
Ghana launches the Timbuktoo AgriTech Hub in Accrato support digital innovation in agriculture. The initiative forms part of a pan-African program...
Ethiopian Airlines expands Bole Airport domestic terminal to improve passenger flow Three new airports to raise domestic network to 26...
Egypt and Indonesia each expect to import around 13 million tonnes of wheat in 2025/2026. Egypt’s demand remains structurally high due to population...
Over 80% of Africa’s agricultural land is degraded, limiting productivity gains. Improved crop yields reach only 28% in Africa versus 88% in Asia due...
Cameroon banana exports jump 36% to 27,674 tons in January Growth driven by French group subsidiaries PHP and CDBM Compagnie Fruitière dominance to...
Nigeria signs $496 million dairy investment deal with Asset Green Project includes 20,000-hectare complex, 10,000 cows, processing...
Rwanda is targeting China and India to diversify horticulture export markets Airspace restrictions have disrupted shipments to the Middle East, a key...
Kenyan agricultural exports to China will be duty-free starting May 1 Move covers key products including tea, coffee, avocados, and...
The United States is exploring Morocco as an alternative fertilizer supplier amid Middle East disruptions. About 22% of U.S. fertilizer imports,...
Victory Farms plans a $5.7 million fish farm on Lake Victoria Project could add up to 30,000 tons of tilapia annually Aquaculture is...
Liz Westcott is confirmed as CEO after serving in an interim role since December The appointment comes as Woodside expands operations, including in...
Tanzania courts Chinese investors to rebuild a textile sector hit by a near 40% production decline since 2020. The number of operational textile...
DRC, South Africa to resume Inga 3 talks in April Plans include boosting power exports up to 5,000 MW $10bn+ project still in planning with World...
South Africa pushes faster oil, gas exploration despite legal challenges Environmental groups’ court actions delay projects by Shell,...
Nigeria considers increasing 75 MW electricity exports to Togo Talks focus on meeting rising demand and recent supply disruptions Expansion depends on...
Authorities are probing a leak on a pipeline linked to the Al-Sharara field The fire was contained with no casualties and production remains...
Nearly 90% of Kenya’s electricity comes from renewable sources Access to electricity has risen sharply, reaching 79% in 2025 The growth of...
Pancontinental Energy extends its PEL 87 offshore permit in Namibia by 12 months, valid until January 2027. The company must complete an...
UNCDF, Co-op Bank Kenya sign guarantee to boost digital lending Risk-sharing aims expand financing access for startups, platforms Deal supports...
Côte d’Ivoire plans 15 agri-tech hubs to support women in agribusiness The centers will focus on processing, training, and digital tools The project’s...
Kenya becomes the first African country to establish a formal digital dialogue framework with the European Union. The partnership targets...
Angola’s parliament unanimously approved a startup law to address legal gaps and support innovation. Authorities set a $3.5 million annual...
DeAfrica is training 1,068 participants from 45 African countries in AI The program aims to prepare youth for a fast-evolving AI-driven economy The...
Ghana will block telecom access for users linked to mobile money fraud The measure relies on the national ID system used for SIM...
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In this week’s health roundup, Sub-Saharan Africa continues to bear a disproportionate share of global child deaths even as some countries make progress....
South Africa launches performance-based grant to unlock 100 billion rand Program targets improved municipal services and stronger financial...
ICAO is auditing aviation security in Kinshasa and Lubumbashi from March 18–30 The review is key to improving compliance and restoring...
Nigeria plans Coventry University campus in Lagos with admissions expected in late 2026 Initiative aims to reduce outbound education spending and...
Central African Republic plans skilled trades chamber based on Burkina Faso model Initiative aims to boost youth training, jobs, and income...
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Senegal’s President to Visit Spain, Migration Among Key Issues
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DR Congo Assures Fuel Supply Until June as Global Shipping Disruptions Raise Cost Risks
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Regional disparities shape food prices across Togo, INSEED data show
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South Africa pushes offshore drilling despite environmental legal challenges
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Omar Gabr Reinvents Bug Tracking with AI-Driven Insights
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Cameroon Reviews Progress on XAF350bn Rail Programme as Projects Near Implementation Phase
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Cameroon Moves to Cut Food Imports with Cassava and Palm Oil Investment Deals
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Douala Port Signs XAF40bn Rail Concession to Upgrade Logistics, Raise Revenues
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African cotton producers meet in Lomé to tackle productivity challenges
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Cameroon Suspends Fuel Shipments From Importers Over Payment Disputes
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CCR-UEMOA presents mid-term review of private sector competitiveness efforts Reforms, AfCFTA trai...
Telecel Ghana to boost network investment by 150% in 2026 Expansion targets capacity, reliabi...
Togo parliament adopts WAEMU law against currency counterfeiting Bill defines offences including ...
This week, Africa is facing a mixed health situation. Namibia has declared an end to its mpox outbre...
Located about forty kilometers east of Lomé along the Gulf of Guinea, Aného is one of the most historically significant towns in Togo. Nestled between a...
Rwanda’s capital immediately impresses visitors with its striking cleanliness and orderly layout, qualities that frequently set it apart from other cities...
