Given the growing insecurity and increasing socio-economic challenges, the International Crisis Group recommends that Mali's authorities adjust their...
In East Africa, the number of displaced people rose from 13.2 million in 2020 to 26.5 million in 2024, according to the WFP.
The World Food Program (WFP)...
In East Africa, the number of displaced people rose from 13.2 million in 2020 to 26.5 million in 2024, according to the WFP.
The World Food Program (WFP)...
At the opening of an urgent CEMAC summit Monday in Yaoundé, Cameroon’s President Paul Biya called on his regional counterparts to take immediate steps to...
At the opening of an urgent CEMAC summit Monday in Yaoundé, Cameroon’s President Paul Biya called on his regional counterparts to take immediate steps to...
Ending the trade preference program, which has consistently enjoyed bipartisan support in the U.S. Congress, seems unlikely. However, the next U.S....
Ending the trade preference program, which has consistently enjoyed bipartisan support in the U.S. Congress, seems unlikely. However, the next U.S....
The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) claims over $13 billion across more than 300 projects in Africa. To mark its fifth...
The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) claims over $13 billion across more than 300 projects in Africa. To mark its fifth...
Meriem Benmouloud, Algeria's High Commissioner for Digitalization, announced in July that the country's digital transformation strategy was ready for...
Meriem Benmouloud, Algeria's High Commissioner for Digitalization, announced in July that the country's digital transformation strategy was ready for...
Senegal is one of the West African countries where cotton production plays a significant role in the economy. As the country works to revive its textile...
Senegal is one of the West African countries where cotton production plays a significant role in the economy. As the country works to revive its textile...
In Nigeria, maize is the most widely grown and consumed cereal. The authorities are working to ensure a steady supply for the local market, amid growing...
In Nigeria, maize is the most widely grown and consumed cereal. The authorities are working to ensure a steady supply for the local market, amid growing...
In Q2 2024, Nigeria's exports amounted to 17,545 billion naira ($11.2 billion), while imports totaled 13,497 billion naira.
Nigeria's trade balance...
In Q2 2024, Nigeria's exports amounted to 17,545 billion naira ($11.2 billion), while imports totaled 13,497 billion naira.
Nigeria's trade balance...
With this grant, the EU reiterates its commitment to supporting Côte d'Ivoire's development, further strengthening their strategic partnership. Over the...
With this grant, the EU reiterates its commitment to supporting Côte d'Ivoire's development, further strengthening their strategic partnership. Over the...
Air transport in West Africa faces significant challenges. High ticket prices, outdated airport infrastructure, and weak regional integration have kept...
Air transport in West Africa faces significant challenges. High ticket prices, outdated airport infrastructure, and weak regional integration have kept...
Benin’s public debt is mostly external, totaling $7.8 billion, while domestic debt is $3.13 billion. These represent 37.7% and 15.2% of the...
Benin’s public debt is mostly external, totaling $7.8 billion, while domestic debt is $3.13 billion. These represent 37.7% and 15.2% of the...
U.S. monetary policy in 2022 boosted the dollar, making it more costly for developing countries to repay debts in foreign currencies. As a result, debt...
U.S. monetary policy in 2022 boosted the dollar, making it more costly for developing countries to repay debts in foreign currencies. As a result, debt...
In September 2024, Senegal's total exports surged by 85.2%, driven primarily by increased sales of gold, petroleum products, and titanium, according to...
In September 2024, Senegal's total exports surged by 85.2%, driven primarily by increased sales of gold, petroleum products, and titanium, according to...
In FY 2024, the United States contributed nearly $6.6 billion in humanitarian aid to sub-Saharan Africa.
During his visit to Angola on December 3,...
In FY 2024, the United States contributed nearly $6.6 billion in humanitarian aid to sub-Saharan Africa.
During his visit to Angola on December 3,...
In recent years, Côte d’Ivoire has attracted numerous investments in the extractive sector. At the first edition of SIREXE, the country secured several...
In recent years, Côte d’Ivoire has attracted numerous investments in the extractive sector. At the first edition of SIREXE, the country secured several...
In September 2024, she officially announced her bid for a second term as head of the World Trade Organization (WTO). Now reappointed to her role, she...
In September 2024, she officially announced her bid for a second term as head of the World Trade Organization (WTO). Now reappointed to her role, she...
As of the end of October 2024, Morocco's total imports increased by 5.8%, driven mainly by purchases of finished goods and food products, according to the...
As of the end of October 2024, Morocco's total imports increased by 5.8%, driven mainly by purchases of finished goods and food products, according to the...
The Mauritanian government continues to push telecom operators to provide quality services to consumers. For instance, on October 31, Mauritel announced...
The Mauritanian government continues to push telecom operators to provide quality services to consumers. For instance, on October 31, Mauritel announced...
After Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, Chad has now announced the end of its military agreements with its long-time ally, France. Paris has 1,000 troops...
After Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, Chad has now announced the end of its military agreements with its long-time ally, France. Paris has 1,000 troops...
The IDMC reports that conflicts and natural disasters are the leading causes of internal displacement in Africa. In 2023, 32.5 million people were...
The IDMC reports that conflicts and natural disasters are the leading causes of internal displacement in Africa. In 2023, 32.5 million people were...
Nigeria's inflation rate rose again from September to October 2024, reaching 33.88%. Between January and October 2024, the Nigerian naira lost 82% of its...
Nigeria's inflation rate rose again from September to October 2024, reaching 33.88%. Between January and October 2024, the Nigerian naira lost 82% of its...
This is the first official visit by a sitting U.S. president to Africa since Barack Obama's trip in 2015. It comes at a time when the U.S. is changing...
This is the first official visit by a sitting U.S. president to Africa since Barack Obama's trip in 2015. It comes at a time when the U.S. is changing...
In 2023, Sub-Saharan Africa had one billion mobile subscriptions, but only 51% were linked to smartphones, according to the GSMA.
Smartphone shipments in...
In 2023, Sub-Saharan Africa had one billion mobile subscriptions, but only 51% were linked to smartphones, according to the GSMA.
Smartphone shipments in...
MTN's launch of 5G comes in the year the telecom operator celebrates 25 years of presence in Benin. The South African group's subsidiary is the leader in...
MTN's launch of 5G comes in the year the telecom operator celebrates 25 years of presence in Benin. The South African group's subsidiary is the leader in...
Gold mining is a key part of the Russian mercenary group’s business model. Even after coming under Kremlin control, it continues to offer security,...
Gold mining is a key part of the Russian mercenary group’s business model. Even after coming under Kremlin control, it continues to offer security,...
With over 78% of the seats, PASTEF is now the majority party in the Senegalese Parliament. According to observers, this victory should give the new regime...
With over 78% of the seats, PASTEF is now the majority party in the Senegalese Parliament. According to observers, this victory should give the new regime...
The report emphasizes that rising debt service costs are shrinking the budget space needed for essential investments in sustainable development goals....
The report emphasizes that rising debt service costs are shrinking the budget space needed for essential investments in sustainable development goals....
In 2024, Benin’s public debt will rely more heavily on external borrowing, making up 72.1% of the total debt portfolio. Meanwhile, domestic debt will...
In 2024, Benin’s public debt will rely more heavily on external borrowing, making up 72.1% of the total debt portfolio. Meanwhile, domestic debt will...
Côte d’Ivoire’s meat and edible offal market is one of the biggest in West Africa. With less than 50% of demand currently met, the need for these products...
Côte d’Ivoire’s meat and edible offal market is one of the biggest in West Africa. With less than 50% of demand currently met, the need for these products...
Having a national airline is seen as a symbol of sovereignty, but the idea of every African country running its own raises serious doubts about whether it...
Having a national airline is seen as a symbol of sovereignty, but the idea of every African country running its own raises serious doubts about whether it...
During the first Russia-Africa Summit held in 2019, the president promised to increase trade with the continent to "$40 billion over five years."...
During the first Russia-Africa Summit held in 2019, the president promised to increase trade with the continent to "$40 billion over five years."...
Since September 2023, Burkina Faso has been implementing an economic reform program under the supervision of the IMF to make its economy stronger and more...
Since September 2023, Burkina Faso has been implementing an economic reform program under the supervision of the IMF to make its economy stronger and more...
Nigeria is facing the aftermath of devastating floods this year. FAO reported that these floods have destroyed infrastructure, caused mass displacement,...
Nigeria is facing the aftermath of devastating floods this year. FAO reported that these floods have destroyed infrastructure, caused mass displacement,...
Last February, experts from the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa advised African countries to look into new green financing methods to...
Last February, experts from the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa advised African countries to look into new green financing methods to...
In Senegal, fishing supplies nearly all of the country’s seafood products. Illegal catches off the Senegalese coast put extra pressure on fish stocks and...
In Senegal, fishing supplies nearly all of the country’s seafood products. Illegal catches off the Senegalese coast put extra pressure on fish stocks and...
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