Africa produces what it doesn’t consume, and consumes what it doesn’t produce. That stark line captures the contradictions of a continent that holds...
Digital outsourcing is often promoted as a gateway to jobs for Africa’s connected youth. Yet behind the promise of stable employment lies a more troubling...
The April 2026 Fiscal Monitor reveals that the global fiscal gap has nearly closed, yet Africa's picture remains deeply uneven. Several African countries...
By Diaka Camara, journalist, producer, founder of CBC Worldwide Com & Prod, and president of the Diaka Camara Foundation. I still remember returning to...
by Sophie Kafuti, General Manager for Visa in the DRC For years, efforts to modernize payments in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have focused...
By Nanga Koné, Country Director Rainforest Alliance Côte d’Ivoire One fact is hard to ignore : Over time, the widespread and often poorly...
Ecobank in talks for direct yuan settlement with Bank of China Move would cut costs by bypassing dollar in Africa-China trade Part of wider...
Renewables generated 34% of power, surpassing coal at 33% Clean energy met all demand growth; fossil generation fell slightly China led...
Global wind capacity reached 1,299 GW after 165 GW added China led growth, installing 120 GW, over half global total Capacity must hit 320...
Mobile phones have become essential tools for work, education, payments and staying connected across Africa. Their longevity is no longer just a matter of...
African LNG exports rise 27% to 11.32 million tons in Q1 2026 Supply disruptions in the Middle East drive demand from Europe and...
Nigerian airlines paused a threatened strike pending April 22 talks Jet fuel costs surged nearly 300%, from ₦900 to ₦3,300/liter African carriers face...
Resource exporters dominate gains from China trade surge Mining-led growth masks structural asymmetries China’s industrial strategy reshapes African...
Novation Tech opens first Tunisia factory with €22 million investment Monastir plant to produce carbon fiber automotive components Move...
Over the past decade, Benin has recorded one of the fastest growth rates in West Africa. Growth is projected at 7% in 2026, the highest in the WAEMU...
Ecobank Transnational Incorporated asked shareholders to vote on a $500 million Tier 2 Eurobond at an Extraordinary General Meeting scheduled May 7,...
Carrefour enters Guinea, Nigeria via franchise deals with local partners Initial rollout includes 11 stores; 20 more planned by 2028 Expansion...
Ecobank in talks for direct yuan settlement with Bank of China Move would cut costs by bypassing dollar in Africa-China trade Part of wider shift reducing dollar reliance across African...
Global wind capacity reached 1,299 GW after 165 GW added China led growth, installing 120 GW, over half global total Capacity must hit 320...
Botswana and Zimbabwe to sign seven agreements covering trade, SMEs, tourism and environmental cooperation Leaders meet in Harare under Bi-National...
Hitachi completes battery-powered mining truck trial at Zambia copper mine Truck logged 4,000 km, transported 30,000 tons, zero CO2 emissions Electric...
Nigerian airlines paused a threatened strike pending April 22 talks Jet fuel costs surged nearly 300%, from ₦900 to ₦3,300/liter African carriers face...
Africa produces what it doesn’t consume, and consumes what it doesn’t produce. That stark line captures the contradictions of a continent that holds...
Ghana non-traditional agricultural exports rose 37.8% to $710 million Cashew led earnings; shea surged on anticipated export...
Botswana and Zimbabwe to sign seven agreements covering trade, SMEs, tourism and environmental cooperation Leaders meet in Harare under Bi-National...
Hitachi completes battery-powered mining truck trial at Zambia copper mine Truck logged 4,000 km, transported 30,000 tons, zero CO2 emissions Electric...
A recent run of cyber incidents involving banks, insurers, and public-facing payment services has raised concerns about security standards in Nigeria...
In the race to secure control over critical minerals, the United States lags behind China, which dominates the market and is positioned across the entire...
Niger begins $10.7 million rehabilitation of Ibohamane irrigation scheme Project targets 750 hectares to boost output, reduce rain reliance Backed by World Bank program expanding...
Ecobank in talks for direct yuan settlement with Bank of China Move would cut costs by bypassing dollar in Africa-China trade Part of wider shift reducing dollar reliance across African...
Ghana non-traditional agricultural exports rose 37.8% to $710 million Cashew led earnings; shea surged on anticipated export ban Growth signals diversification beyond cocoa, despite...
Both banks posted near-identical pre-tax profits in 2025, yet a 12-point tax rate gap cost GTCO $89 million more than its rival Zenith appears to be a lender, 33% of its assets in loans....
Mozambique creates SLIGM to manage gas logistics infrastructure State firms partner to develop LNG storage and regasification projects Move aims to boost supply, leverage vast Rovuma Basin...
Egypt-UAE consortium to invest €200 million in Essaouira project First phase includes 800 rooms, leisure village, golf courses Project supports Morocco tourism goals targeting 26...
Nigeria's central bank and telecoms regulator signed an agreement giving financial institutions real-time visibility into mobile number activity The initiative targets SIM-swap fraud that...
Burkina Faso launches “SORA” university series filming in Ouagadougou 25-episode project explores student life challenges and realities Initiative aims to reshape youth narrative amid higher...
Renewables generated 34% of power, surpassing coal at 33% Clean energy met all demand growth; fossil generation fell slightly China led expansion, dominating new solar and wind...
Global wind capacity reached 1,299 GW after 165 GW added China led growth, installing 120 GW, over half global total Capacity must hit 320 GW annually by 2030 for climate goals Wind...
Sierra Leone to relaunch Sierratel via MVNO deal with Africell Government says move avoids privatization, reduces infrastructure costs Sierratel burdened by debt, aging network, and...
Proparco commits $17.25 million to Alterra Africa Accelerator Fund Fund targets established African companies with expansion potential Investment highlights growing demand for private...
Government seeks to strengthen export council after steady trade growth New border facilities and support tools planned to ease exports Strategy aims to boost value-added products and...
Final two of 10 new locomotives delivered to state rail operator CFM Move aims to support growing cross-border freight demand Part of broader plan to boost logistics capacity and reduce road...
Airline converts option for six Boeing 787-9 into firm order Aircraft to support intercontinental routes and growing cargo demand Part of broader plan to expand fleet and global network by...
Australia’s Ryzon to sell Nachu project to U.S.-listed Sow Good Deal values asset at about $107 million after years of delays Move reflects growing global interest in graphite for...
Government prepares stockpile to absorb excess cobalt from export limits Surplus output continues to build despite quotas and restrictions Weak global prices and rising alternatives cloud market...
Production forecast at 9 million tons, more than double last season Strong early rains helped expand cultivated land to 3.9 million hectares Lower output than record levels, but imports—especially...
Deal with Honeywell to produce propylene and detergent inputs locally Projects aim to reduce imports and strengthen industrial value chains Strategy targets higher margins beyond traditional oil...
Industry players meet to improve coordination across the value chain Sector faces financing, logistics, and processing constraints Government push aligns with broader strategy to develop...
New cluster brings together startups, universities, and research centers Initiative aims to boost innovation and tech competitiveness Part of broader plan to reach 20,000 startups by 2029 Algeria...
Chad will deploy 1,500 troops to Haiti for a 12-month UN-backed mission. First contingent of 400 troops has already been deployed. Deployment follows Kenya’s withdrawal and escalating insecurity in...
EIB and Zemen Bank mobilize €40 million ($47 million) for agricultural SMEs At least 30% of funds target climate projects and 30% support women-led businesses Initiative marks EIB’s first direct...
Global battery storage capacity rose 40% year-on-year to 108 GW in 2025. Installed capacity expanded more than elevenfold compared with 2021 levels. China accounted for nearly 60% of new capacity...
Botswana and Zimbabwe to sign seven agreements covering trade, SMEs, tourism and environmental cooperation Leaders meet in Harare under Bi-National Commission framework Focus placed on regional...
Kenya and Italy signed a 2026–2029 action plan to expand cooperation across political, economic, and technological sectors. Bilateral trade rose to $315 million in 2025 from $226 million in...
Senegal and Sierra Leone signed a bilateral treaty in mining and energy on April 20 in Dakar. The agreement focuses on resource exploration, energy security, and investment promotion. Both countries...
IEA projects about two years for Middle East oil and gas production to return to pre-war levels. Oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz fall from over 20 million barrels per day in February to 3.8...
MobileMoney Fintech CEO says company may list within 3–5 years Listing would allow users to invest in the company via mobile channels Ghana’s stock market remains dominated by institutional...
Sonatel Q1 revenue rises 6.9% to 504.2 billion CFA francs EBITDA up 9.8%, net profit increases 4.5% Growth driven by data demand, Orange Money, infrastructure investment Sonatel Group, comprising...
With Arise, Gagan Gupta has built a reputation in Africa for developing industrial platforms, notably in Benin and Togo. In recent years, the Indian businessman has been diversifying into the mining...
HONOR plans to expand smartphone production at Egypt factory Plant targets three million units annually, 1,000 jobs Move aims to boost exports, position Egypt as regional hub Chinese smartphone...
Mobile phones have become essential tools for work, education, payments and staying connected across Africa. Their longevity is no longer just a matter of user convenience. It raises broader issues of...
State share to rise to 40% under Mining Code Move aims to boost control, revenues from gold sector Burkina Faso will pay 70 billion CFA francs (about $125 million) to acquire an additional 25%...
Government begins third 100-day performance review on April 20, 2026 GDP growth projected to rise from 9.2% to 10.2% Industry, services and agriculture expected to sustain expansion under reform...
Uganda to commission $300 million cement plant next week Plant to produce over 6,000 tons clinker daily Project aims to cut imports, boost jobs, support industrialization Uganda will...
Fitch says debt restructuring could come before any new IMF program Public debt near 91% of GDP keeps pressure on finances LNG project fuels long-term optimism despite short-term...
New national platform offers courses and exercises from preschool to secondary Initiative aims to ensure learning continuity and modernize teaching methods Unequal internet access may limit...
Seoul opens talks with Algeria and Libya to secure alternative oil supplies Heavy dependence on Middle East routes exposes refining system to risks Broader strategy aims to diversify energy...
African LNG exports rise 27% to 11.32 million tons in Q1 2026 Supply disruptions in the Middle East drive demand from Europe and Asia Nigeria leads exports, while Mauritania and Congo...
Central bank aims to limit cash dollar transactions and promote digital payments Policy targets informal dollar flows and seeks removal from FATF “gray list” Implementation faces challenges...
(ACTIVA FOUNDATION) - As part of March 2026, marked by the celebration of International Women’s Rights Day, the Activa Foundation rolled out a series of corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives...
B2Gold to receive $325 million from Agnico Eagle for Finland asset sale Funds expected to support operations and investment plans, including in Mali Fekola remains the group’s core...
Angola and UNDP sign deal to launch AgriTech center in Huambo Project aims to support startups, digital tools, and sustainable farming High food import bill highlights need for stronger...
Oman launches a bank in Luanda to finance Africa–Middle East trade Focus on large firms and strategic sectors like energy and logistics Move comes as Angola stabilizes inflation and reshapes...
Algeria launched its first AI and cybersecurity start-up cluster to accelerate digital job creation. More than 7,800 start-ups are registered, with a target of 20,000 by 2029. Youth...
Niger and Italy aim to curb migration by creating local employment through structured cooperation. A $4.7 million youth entrepreneurship program underpins ongoing bilateral...
Authorities plan to operationalize the universal service fund in 2026 to expand telecom access nationwide. Telecom operators will contribute 2% of annual revenue to finance infrastructure in...
The European Union committed €559 million ($660 million) to support Ethiopia’s economic transformation. Funding targets energy infrastructure, fiber deployment, and digital ecosystem...
Terra Industries plans a major drone manufacturing plant in Accra with capacity of 50,000 units annually by 2028. The facility targets growing demand for defense systems amid rising security...
Lesotho and South Africa will launch the Senqu Bridge, a $146.7 million cross-border infrastructure project. The bridge forms part of Phase II of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project to...
85.8% of Malawi’s 8,939 schools lack internet access despite national digital ambitions. Nearly 47% of schools have no electricity, making connectivity structurally impossible. Limited...
Total traffic rose to 29.66 million tonnes in 2025, up from 24.58 million tonnes in 2024. Liquid bulk volumes surged 108%, while imports and exports both posted solid gains. Port revenue...
Caledonia Mining reported lower Q1 2026 output at Blanket mine but maintained full-year guidance. The company targets 72,000–76,500 ounces in 2026, broadly stable...
Cap Holding secured approval to acquire 68% of Forafric Maroc, a major wheat processor. The deal strengthens Cap Holding’s position across Morocco’s milling value chain and boosts...
Turkish Airlines and Air Peace launched a bilateral interline agreement to streamline travel between Nigeria, West and Central Africa, Türkiye, and global markets. The deal enables single-ticket...
China plans to reduce soybean imports to 82.55 million tonnes by 2035, down about 26% from the 2025 peak. Authorities aim to boost domestic production and cut reliance on foreign agricultural...
Africa produces what it doesn’t consume, and consumes what it doesn’t produce. That stark line captures the contradictions of a continent that holds between 50% and 60% of the world’s uncultivated arable...
Both banks posted near-identical pre-tax profits in 2025, yet a 12-point tax rate gap cost GTCO $89 million more than its rival Zenith...
Proparco commits $17.25 million to Alterra Africa Accelerator Fund Fund targets established African companies with expansion...
MobileMoney Fintech CEO says company may list within 3–5 years Listing would allow users to invest in the company via mobile channels Ghana’s stock...
Government begins third 100-day performance review on April 20, 2026 GDP growth projected to rise from 9.2% to 10.2% Industry, services and...
Fitch says debt restructuring could come before any new IMF program Public debt near 91% of GDP keeps pressure on finances LNG project fuels...
Industry players meet to improve coordination across the value chain Sector faces financing, logistics, and processing constraints Government push...
Lesotho and South Africa will launch the Senqu Bridge, a $146.7 million cross-border infrastructure project. The bridge forms part of Phase...
Turkish Airlines and Air Peace launched a bilateral interline agreement to streamline travel between Nigeria, West and Central Africa, Türkiye, and...
Central African Republic plans fuel corridor via Congo’s Pointe-Noire Project aims to diversify supply beyond Douala route dependence Structural,...
Final two of 10 new locomotives delivered to state rail operator CFM Move aims to support growing cross-border freight demand Part of...
Airline converts option for six Boeing 787-9 into firm order Aircraft to support intercontinental routes and growing cargo demand Part of...
Ghana, JICA discuss road, bridge projects at IMF-World Bank meetings Kumasi Ring Road grant secured; talks focused on implementation...
Lagos State introduced a new 24-car train set to strengthen capacity on the Red Line. Authorities allocated 102.3 billion naira ($76.2 million)...
Production forecast at 9 million tons, more than double last season Strong early rains helped expand cultivated land to 3.9 million hectares Lower...
Niger begins $10.7 million rehabilitation of Ibohamane irrigation scheme Project targets 750 hectares to boost output, reduce rain...
EIB and Zemen Bank mobilize €40 million ($47 million) for agricultural SMEs At least 30% of funds target climate projects and 30% support...
Angola and UNDP sign deal to launch AgriTech center in Huambo Project aims to support startups, digital tools, and sustainable farming High...
Cap Holding secured approval to acquire 68% of Forafric Maroc, a major wheat processor. The deal strengthens Cap Holding’s position across...
China plans to reduce soybean imports to 82.55 million tonnes by 2035, down about 26% from the 2025 peak. Authorities aim to boost domestic...
Tanzania engages Canada to support agricultural modernization and investment Talks focus on value chains, irrigation, mechanization, and technology...
Côte d'Ivoire confirmed a highly pathogenic H5N1 avian flu outbreak that killed about 95,000 poultry. The country had not reported a major...
Government prepares stockpile to absorb excess cobalt from export limits Surplus output continues to build despite quotas and restrictions Weak global...
Deal with Honeywell to produce propylene and detergent inputs locally Projects aim to reduce imports and strengthen industrial value chains Strategy...
Global battery storage capacity rose 40% year-on-year to 108 GW in 2025. Installed capacity expanded more than elevenfold compared with 2021...
Mozambique creates SLIGM to manage gas logistics infrastructure State firms partner to develop LNG storage and regasification projects Move...
Australia’s Ryzon to sell Nachu project to U.S.-listed Sow Good Deal values asset at about $107 million after years of delays Move...
IEA projects about two years for Middle East oil and gas production to return to pre-war levels. Oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz fall from over...
With Arise, Gagan Gupta has built a reputation in Africa for developing industrial platforms, notably in Benin and Togo. In recent years, the Indian...
State share to rise to 40% under Mining Code Move aims to boost control, revenues from gold sector Burkina Faso will pay 70 billion CFA francs...
Sierra Leone to relaunch Sierratel via MVNO deal with Africell Government says move avoids privatization, reduces infrastructure...
Sonatel Q1 revenue rises 6.9% to 504.2 billion CFA francs EBITDA up 9.8%, net profit increases 4.5% Growth driven by data demand, Orange Money,...
HONOR plans to expand smartphone production at Egypt factory Plant targets three million units annually, 1,000 jobs Move aims to boost exports,...
New national platform offers courses and exercises from preschool to secondary Initiative aims to ensure learning continuity and modernize...
Algeria launched its first AI and cybersecurity start-up cluster to accelerate digital job creation. More than 7,800 start-ups are registered,...
Authorities plan to operationalize the universal service fund in 2026 to expand telecom access nationwide. Telecom operators will contribute 2%...
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Niger and Italy aim to curb migration by creating local employment through structured cooperation. A $4.7 million youth entrepreneurship...
85.8% of Malawi’s 8,939 schools lack internet access despite national digital ambitions. Nearly 47% of schools have no electricity, making...
UniPod launched Botswana's first homegrown VR program, letting users explore its labs remotely. The technology has potential uses in education,...
Nigeria opens applications for second cohort of national TVET program Training targets skills, offers stipend, covers multiple high-demand...
Guinea launches secondary curriculum reform prioritizing skills over rote learning New system emphasizes critical thinking, digital skills,...
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Niger Begins $10.7 Million Rehabilitation of 750-Hectare Irrigation Scheme in Tahoua
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Ghana’s Non-Traditional Agricultural Exports Hit $710 Million in 2025, Up 38%
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Zenith and GTCO 2025 Profits Split on a $89 Million Tax Gap
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Cameroon Captures More Value From Cocoa as Processing Expands
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Dapaong hospital receives new equipment to improve patient care
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Togo’s tax ratio remains below regional benchmark at 13.1% in 2025
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ECOWAS committees review agricultural programs, set 2026 priorities in Lomé
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U.N. Steps Up Presence in Savanes Region Amid Security Pressures
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Brian Afande Builds XR Studio to Showcase African Stories
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Mahindra & Mahindra is considering a CKD assembly plant near Durban to strengthen its presence i...
AFC disbursed €43 million for Côte d’Ivoire solar project Financing supports 66 MW pla...
Operators review 2025 investments, outline 2026 expansion plans Consumer complaints persist...
Nosy Iranja is one of the most iconic island destinations in northwestern Madagascar, lying in the Mozambique Channel about an hour and a half by boat...
Sungbo Eredo, located in southwestern Nigeria near the Yoruba town of Ijebu-Ode, stands as one of the most remarkable yet overlooked monuments of...
