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...
Like other sub-regions across the continent, West Africa faces pressing challenges in soil health and fertilizer management. As the continent’s most...
The main point of contention between Niamey and France’s Orano concerns the uranium stock extracted before the nationalisation of Somaïr, an issue that...
Ghana launched GANRAP, a policy targeting 15 months of import cover by 2028, up from 5.7 months recorded at end-2025 The framework is built on weekly...
Côte d’Ivoire set become world’s third-largest rubber producer Plans add 500,000 hectares by 2036 Rubber export revenue rose to 1.49 trillion CFA...
Gambia world’s top rice consumer at 256 kg per capita Rice provides 75% rural caloric intake Country imports nearly 80% of rice consumption Rice...
In Mali, as in many other African countries, sustainable soil management has become a critical issue. Climate change, rapid urbanization, and rising food...
Nigeria extends raw shea nut export ban to 2027 Move aims to boost domestic processing, value-added exports Nigeria produces 40% of shea,...
Sonangol to expand into uranium and lithium Company posted over $750 million 2025 profit Angola targets $2 billion non-diamond mining...
Bankable, an online outlet covering economic news in the Democratic Republic of Congo, will publish an exclusive interview Friday, Feb. 27 with Olivier...
Rabobank urges Kenya to assemble bouquets locally Kenya supplies 40% of Europe’s cut flower imports Gulf exports reach $100 million...
Pope Leo XIV to tour four African nations April 13-23 First Africa visit since 2025 election Trip highlights continent’s growing Catholic...
World Bank says Mauritius needs $5.6 billion climate funding Investment equals 2.3% GDP annually through 2030 Report urges reforms,...
Africa’s grasslands could shrink up to 65% by 2100 Over 110 million livestock farmers risk losing incomes Globally, up to half of grazing land may...
Ghana launched GANRAP, a policy targeting 15 months of import cover by 2028, up from 5.7 months recorded at end-2025 The framework is built on weekly gold purchases of 3.02 tonnes and a net...
Gambia world’s top rice consumer at 256 kg per capita Rice provides 75% rural caloric intake Country imports nearly 80% of rice consumption Rice...
Africa exported 22,467 tons organic cocoa in 2024 EU organic rules cut exports and compliant farmland Africa remained top exporter with 53.3% global...
Côte d’Ivoire retakes West Africa’s top mining rank Investment score rises to 60.92, survey says Ranks fifth in Africa, 47th globally Côte d’Ivoire...
Sonangol to expand into uranium and lithium Company posted over $750 million 2025 profit Angola targets $2 billion non-diamond mining...
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...
Military escalation between Iran, Israel, and the United States has raised the risk of disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and the Suez...
Africa exported 22,467 tons organic cocoa in 2024 EU organic rules cut exports and compliant farmland Africa remained top exporter with 53.3% global...
Côte d’Ivoire retakes West Africa’s top mining rank Investment score rises to 60.92, survey says Ranks fifth in Africa, 47th globally Côte d’Ivoire...
EU allocates €63 million humanitarian aid to Somalia WFP warns programs could halt without $95 million 6.5 million Somalis face...
Rwanda and GiveDirectly will mobilize more than $150 million over five years to reduce poverty by 25% in the five poorest districts. Rwanda...
Congo has approved CFA21.87 billion ($39.3 million) for its 2026 digital transformation program. The plan aims to expand broadband access, digitize public services, and train 1,200 young people in...
Ghana launched GANRAP, a policy targeting 15 months of import cover by 2028, up from 5.7 months recorded at end-2025 The framework is built on weekly gold purchases of 3.02 tonnes and a net...
Zimbabwe has imposed a ban on raw mineral exports, including lithium concentrate. Chinese group Sichuan Yahua has launched construction of a lithium sulfate plant at its Kamativi mine. The government...
Public support for fossil fuels in South Africa has risen to nearly 110 billion rand ($6 billion) in 2025, triple its 2018 level. Most of the increase stems from repeated financial bailouts of Eskom,...
Emergency entry visa fee for foreign tourists reportedly rises from $25 to $30, effective March 1, 2026. Free seasonal visas at Luxor and Aswan have been extended through 2026–2027; 96-hour...
Senegal raised CFA108.79 billion ($195 million) on the regional market but at rising short-term borrowing costs. Its 364-day yield reached 6.79%, 63 basis points higher than Burkina Faso’s despite...
(HUAWEI) - On March 1, Huawei Northern Africa OTF (Operations Transformation Forum) 2026 was successfully held in Barcelona, Spain. With the theme “Unified Entry & All Intelligent Operations Ignite New...
Nigeria’s available power generation has fallen to about 4,300 MW due to insufficient gas supply. Thermal plants are receiving less than 43% of the gas they need to operate at full capacity. The...
Mauritius has formally and immediately severed diplomatic relations with the Maldives. The move follows the Maldives’ decision not to recognize Mauritian sovereignty over the Chagos Islands. The...
Military escalation between Iran, Israel, and the United States has raised the risk of disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and the Suez Canal. Together, these routes handle a major share of global oil...
The World Bank is launching a $972 million program to train 18 million young people in East and Southern Africa. Nearly 8 million youth enter the labor market each year, but fewer than 1 million...
Africa’s average public debt-to-GDP ratio fell to 62.8% in 2025, down from 63.7% in 2024. Global debt hit a record $348 trillion, fueled largely by government borrowing. Emerging markets’ debt...
Zimbabwe, South Africa and Zambia signed binding commitments to improve cross-border transport connectivity and efficiency. The partnership targets border congestion, regulatory harmonisation and...
Nigeria’s real GDP grew 4.07% year-on-year in Q4 2025, up from 3.98% in Q3, according to the National Bureau of Statistics. Oil sector growth accelerated to 6.79%, while the non-oil sector...
Ethiopia and Azerbaijan signed agreements covering defense, agriculture, anti-corruption, investment promotion and media cooperation. The two countries also signed a memorandum on partnership for...
Hungary is financing a 650 million shilling ($5 million) solar-powered irrigation project in Kisumu County. The project will expand the Ahero irrigation scheme by 400 hectares and convert its...
UK-based Pensana aims to bring Angola’s first rare earths mine into production by 2027. Pensana raised $100 million in December 2025 to advance construction of the Longonjo...
President Félix Tshisekedi instructed the government to strengthen social media regulation during the February 27 Cabinet meeting in Kinshasa. Internet users in the DRC increased from 21.14 million...
Robotics engineers design and optimize automated systems that improve productivity, safety and operational efficiency. Average annual salaries reach about $119,000 in the United States and...
Côte d’Ivoire set become world’s third-largest rubber producer Plans add 500,000 hectares by 2036 Rubber export revenue rose to 1.49 trillion CFA francs The Association of Natural Rubber Producing...
Gambia world’s top rice consumer at 256 kg per capita Rice provides 75% rural caloric intake Country imports nearly 80% of rice consumption Rice consumption in The Gambia averages 256.4 kg per...
Congo launches paving of 542-km Corridor 13 section Four-year project links Brazzaville to regional capitals Road aims boost trade, support AfCFTA integration Republic of Congo President Denis...
Egypt’s CSAG signs JV deal to operate vessels New line to link Egyptian and East African ports Move supports export growth, intra-African trade expansion Canal Shipping Agencies Company (CSAG), an...
Angola opens $635 million Luvo border complex Facility consolidates customs, police, immigration services Project aims boost DRC trade under AfCFTA Angola has inaugurated new facilities at...
In this week’s health update from Africa, the Africa CDC and Zimbabwe are pushing back against Washington’s new healthcare aid approach, while ECOWAS, meeting in Cotonou, is accelerating the...
BGFIBank Cameroon raises capital from 20 to 50 billion CFA Move exceeds new CEMAC minimum capital requirement Reform aims to boost resilience, expand lending capacity The Board of Directors of...
EIB invested 3.1 billion euros in Africa 2025 About 46% allocated to climate, sustainability projects Funding aligned with EU Global Gateway priorities The European Investment Bank (EIB) Group said...
DRC, U.S. sign five-year health funding agreement Deal could unlock $900 million for disease programs DRC to contribute $300 million by 2030 The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and...
Egypt seeks removal of non-tariff barriers on food exports Indonesia citrus imports up 45% in five years Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty said last week he had begun talks with his...
Nigeria’s AKK gas pipeline to launch July 2026 $2.8 billion project links southern fields to north Pipeline to boost CNG use, cut fuel costs The AKK gas pipeline, a backbone project for Nigeria’s...
Africa exported 22,467 tons organic cocoa in 2024 EU organic rules cut exports and compliant farmland Africa remained top exporter with 53.3% global share African countries exported 22,467 tons of...
Cameroon wins gold at 2026 Cacao of Excellence Awards Top sample selected from 191 entries worldwide Award boosts position in premium “fine flavour” cocoa market Cameroon has secured the gold medal...
DRC seeks ITC support for local battery value chains Musompo SEZ targets $2 billion private investment Progress slowed amid coordination, investment challenges DRC’s Prime Minister Judith...
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 seismic incident and the commissioning of a new...
DR Congo bans South African livestock imports over FMD Measure suspends permits for animals and animal products South Africa ramps up vaccination, local vaccine production The Democratic Republic...
Barrick loses second-largest gold producer ranking in 2025 Output fell to 3.26 million ounces Loulo-Gounkoto shutdown cut Mali production sharply Barrick Mining, long the world’s second-largest...
Atlantic Group amends Kribi cement plant investment deal Project cost rises above initial CFA39 billion estimate Plant to add 1 million tons annual capacity Cameroon’s cement corporation, a...
In Mali, as in many other African countries, sustainable soil management has become a critical issue. Climate change, rapid urbanization, and rising food demand are placing growing pressure on this vital...
Algeria’s NESDA and the Algerian‑Saudi Investment Company sign cooperation deal focused on research, feasibility and investment support for SMEs and micro‑enterprises. Agreement links project...
Ghana aims to reach 70% 5G population coverage by March 2027, though the service is not yet commercially available. The government has shifted from an exclusive wholesale model to a hybrid,...
Vaalco Energy has started production from a new well at the Etame offshore field, initially producing around 2,000 barrels per day. The development comes as Gabon’s oil output remains below past...
South Africa expects a 3.1% decline in corn output to 16.13 million tons in 2025/26. The drop comes despite a 4.6% increase in planted area, due to weaker yields in some regions. Production...
IFC plans to invest up to $52 million in a microfinance group operating in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. The funding will support local currency loans to small businesses, including women-owned...
Nigeria extends raw shea nut export ban to 2027 Move aims to boost domestic processing, value-added exports Nigeria produces 40% of shea, captures 1% market value Nigerian President Bola...
Gabon launched a CFA85 billion ($153 million) bond on the Cemac market, offering 6% over three years and 6.5% over four years. The issuance includes CFA60 billion in cash financing and CFA25...
Sonangol continues preparations for planned IPO Financial debt rose to $4.12 billion in 2024 Angola narrows privatization list under PROPRIV program Angola’s state oil company...
Malawi signs MoU to distribute bicycles to students Initiative targets distance barriers, especially for girls Secondary enrollment rose 10.9% to 538,800 in 2024 The Malawian government...
EBRD to invest $100 million in Nigeria fibre project BRIDGE plans 90,000 km expansion, targets 70% penetration World Bank approved $500 million for programme Nigeria will...
Africa internet penetration at 36%; 900 million offline Community satellite Wi-Fi expands access in rural areas Shared networks cut data costs below affordability threshold Internet access...
Cameroon launches 795 million-euro Kribi industrial zone Project to boost local processing near deep-water port First phase financed by AfDB, EU, IFC partners The Port Authority of Kribi...
OFAC extends Lukoil asset sale deadline to April 1 $22 billion portfolio overseen amid Russia sanctions Proceeds frozen under U.S. jurisdiction pending talks The U.S. Office of Foreign...
Technip Energies wins Coral Norte FLNG contract Project approved at $7.2 billion, start-up set 2028 Facility to produce 3.55 million tonnes LNG yearly French engineering group Technip...
Murphy’s Caracal-1X well finds no commercial volumes Second setback on CI-102 after Civette-1X Eni reports major Calao South discovery offshore Following the unsuccessful Civette-1X exploration...
Cameroon delivers 3,585 social housing units since 2009 Pilot phase completed 1,130 of 1,675 planned units Housing deficit estimated at 2.5 million units Launched in 2009, Cameroon’s program to...
Senegal to sign Brazil MoU on agricultural cooperation Deal targets dairy self-sufficiency, cattle genetic improvement Dairy imports rose to 33,745 tons in 2024 Senegal plans to sign a memorandum...
Axian secures digital finance license in Comoros New entity to offer mobile nano, micro-loans Banking rate 39%; inclusion seen reaching 75% by 2030 Pan-African telecom group Axian has expanded its...
Senegal launches 200 billion CFA bond in UEMOA Proceeds to fund 2026 budget, transformation agenda IMF flags debt at 132% of GDP Senegal on Thursday launched its first public bond offering of 2026,...
Cameroon raised CFA1,318 billion on BEAC market in 2025 Interest rates climbed; subscription and coverage ratios fell 2026 plan targets CFA400 billion net domestic borrowing On February 19 in...
Nigeria’s real GDP grew 4.07% year-on-year in Q4 2025, up from 3.98% in Q3, according to the National Bureau of Statistics. Oil sector growth...
Senegal raised CFA108.79 billion ($195 million) on the regional market but at rising short-term borrowing costs. Its 364-day yield reached 6.79%, 63...
BGFIBank Cameroon raises capital from 20 to 50 billion CFA Move exceeds new CEMAC minimum capital requirement Reform aims to boost resilience, expand...
EIB invested 3.1 billion euros in Africa 2025 About 46% allocated to climate, sustainability projects Funding aligned with EU Global Gateway...
Algeria’s NESDA and the Algerian‑Saudi Investment Company sign cooperation deal focused on research, feasibility and investment support for SMEs and...
Parliament approves €140 million (about $165 million) IsDB financing Funds to pave 53-km Mali–Gadalougué road and related...
Kenya to start Naivasha-Kisumu SGR extension in March 264-km line due for completion by June 2027 Project aims to link Kenya rail to Uganda...
Djibouti seeks AfDB funding for delayed Biidley Airport Project aims for 1.5 million passengers annually Airport central to 2035 regional logistics...
Zimbabwe, South Africa and Zambia signed binding commitments to improve cross-border transport connectivity and efficiency. The partnership targets...
Congo launches paving of 542-km Corridor 13 section Four-year project links Brazzaville to regional capitals Road aims boost trade, support AfCFTA...
Angola opens $635 million Luvo border complex Facility consolidates customs, police, immigration services Project aims boost DRC trade under...
Mwanza–Isaka SGR segment reaches 68% completion. Project is final lot of phase one linking Dar es Salaam to Mwanza. Rail upgrade aims to cut...
Refinery has received about 800 vessels and expects around 600 annually at full capacity Strategy aims to shift up to 75% of local fuel...
Hungary is financing a 650 million shilling ($5 million) solar-powered irrigation project in Kisumu County. The project will expand the Ahero...
Egypt seeks removal of non-tariff barriers on food exports Indonesia citrus imports up 45% in five years Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty...
South Africa expects a 3.1% decline in corn output to 16.13 million tons in 2025/26. The drop comes despite a 4.6% increase in planted area, due to...
Senegal to sign Brazil MoU on agricultural cooperation Deal targets dairy self-sufficiency, cattle genetic improvement Dairy imports rose to 33,745...
Federal and Kaduna State governments to invest $29.5 million in ginger hub Facility aims to boost processing capacity and reduce post-harvest...
Traders resume cocoa purchases after removal of key price premiums CCC eliminates origin differential and $400 per ton living income...
Serbia aligns beef, lamb export rules with Tunisia Tunisia frozen beef imports doubled since 2020 Seven countries supplied Tunisian market in...
Tanzania has deployed 16 modern self‑propelled boom sprayers across five core cotton‑producing districts. Farmers report significant reductions in...
Public support for fossil fuels in South Africa has risen to nearly 110 billion rand ($6 billion) in 2025, triple its 2018 level. Most of the increase...
Nigeria’s available power generation has fallen to about 4,300 MW due to insufficient gas supply. Thermal plants are receiving less than 43% of the gas...
Egypt’s CSAG signs JV deal to operate vessels New line to link Egyptian and East African ports Move supports export growth, intra-African trade...
UK-based Pensana aims to bring Angola’s first rare earths mine into production by 2027. Pensana raised $100 million in December 2025 to...
Zimbabwe has imposed a ban on raw mineral exports, including lithium concentrate. Chinese group Sichuan Yahua has launched construction of a lithium...
Nigeria’s AKK gas pipeline to launch July 2026 $2.8 billion project links southern fields to north Pipeline to boost CNG use, cut fuel costs The...
DRC seeks ITC support for local battery value chains Musompo SEZ targets $2 billion private investment Progress slowed amid coordination,...
Barrick loses second-largest gold producer ranking in 2025 Output fell to 3.26 million ounces Loulo-Gounkoto shutdown cut Mali production...
Congo has approved CFA21.87 billion ($39.3 million) for its 2026 digital transformation program. The plan aims to expand broadband access, digitize...
(HUAWEI) - On March 1, Huawei Northern Africa OTF (Operations Transformation Forum) 2026 was successfully held in Barcelona, Spain. With the theme...
Ghana aims to reach 70% 5G population coverage by March 2027, though the service is not yet commercially available. The government has shifted from...
Africa internet penetration at 36%; 900 million offline Community satellite Wi-Fi expands access in rural areas Shared networks cut data costs...
Axian secures digital finance license in Comoros New entity to offer mobile nano, micro-loans Banking rate 39%; inclusion seen reaching 75% by...
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Robotics engineers design and optimize automated systems that improve productivity, safety and operational efficiency. Average annual salaries...
The World Bank is launching a $972 million program to train 18 million young people in East and Southern Africa. Nearly 8 million youth enter the...
In this week’s health update from Africa, the Africa CDC and Zimbabwe are pushing back against Washington’s new healthcare aid approach, while ECOWAS,...
Malawi signs MoU to distribute bicycles to students Initiative targets distance barriers, especially for girls Secondary enrollment rose 10.9%...
Cameroon delivers 3,585 social housing units since 2009 Pilot phase completed 1,130 of 1,675 planned units Housing deficit estimated at 2.5 million...
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Congo Steps Up Digital Investment With $39 Million Plan to Narrow a Persistent Governance Gap
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Zimbabwe Uses Export Ban to Accelerate Domestic Lithium Processing
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South Africa’s Fossil Fuel Subsidies Have Tripled Since 2018, Raising Questions About Its Climate Commitments
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Nigeria’s CcHUB opens applications for $100,000 EdTech fellowship
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Crypto Startup Zap Africa Reduces Staff by 44% as It Shifts to AI Tools
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Truecaller Expands African Ad Footprint via 365 Digital Partnership
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Cameroon Crosses 80% Cocoa Processing Mark as New 32,000-Tonne Plant Breaks Ground
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Boubacar Roger Thiam Launches Techbridge Capital to Modernize Asset Management
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BGFIBank Cameroon Increases Capital to CFA50Bln Ahead of Stricter Banking Rules
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