A trained physician and president of the International Council for Dialogue and Partnership (CIDP), Dr. Hemes Nkwa is launching the first edition of the...
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...
British International Investment pledged nearly £5 billion of its own capital to Africa over five years, anchoring a £9 billion total mobilization drive...
BMI slashed Côte d'Ivoire's 2026 GDP growth forecast by 0.6 points to 5.8%, the steepest downgrade among all sub-Saharan African economies...
EU commits €235 million ($275 million) in humanitarian aid for vulnerable populations. Central Sahel receives the largest allocation...
Africa’s tourism sector could reach $322 billion by 2035, but growth is constrained by visa fragmentation and weak regional mobility...
Pilot projects test viability of regulated cannabis economy Authorities target export markets and industrial value chains Sector could generate jobs...
Ghana non-traditional agricultural exports rose 37.8% to $710 million Cashew led earnings; shea surged on anticipated export...
Renewables generated 34% of power, surpassing coal at 33% Clean energy met all demand growth; fossil generation fell slightly China led...
Botswana and Zimbabwe to sign seven agreements covering trade, SMEs, tourism and environmental cooperation Leaders meet in Harare under Bi-National...
Mobile phones have become essential tools for work, education, payments and staying connected across Africa. Their longevity is no longer just a matter of...
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...
British International Investment pledged nearly £5 billion of its own capital to Africa over five years, anchoring a £9 billion total mobilization drive that surpasses its current Africa portfolio by 21%...
EU commits €235 million ($275 million) in humanitarian aid for vulnerable populations. Central Sahel receives the largest allocation...
Africa imported 18.8 GW of Chinese solar panels, up 48% Egypt, Algeria, South Africa among top buyers exceeding 1 GW Lower prices drive...
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...
Ghana non-traditional agricultural exports rose 37.8% to $710 million Cashew led earnings; shea surged on anticipated export...
A trained physician and president of the International Council for Dialogue and Partnership (CIDP), Dr. Hemes Nkwa is launching the first edition of the...
Three tourism development contracts signed in Dakhla, Boujdour and Tarfaya Projects to focus on leisure activities including kitesurfing, windsurfing...
Africa imported 18.8 GW of Chinese solar panels, up 48% Egypt, Algeria, South Africa among top buyers exceeding 1 GW Lower prices drive...
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...
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...
African LNG exports rise 27% to 11.32 million tons in Q1 2026 Supply disruptions in the Middle East drive demand from Europe and...
A trained physician and president of the International Council for Dialogue and Partnership (CIDP), Dr. Hemes Nkwa is launching the first edition of the Permanent African Dialogue (PAD) in Yaoundé. The...
Bank exits non-sovereign shareholders to protect multilateral status Move aims to avoid losses in future sovereign debt restructurings Institution turns to hybrid capital to maintain lending...
Government signs performance contracts with ministries for 2026 New digital platform to monitor results across public institutions Reform aims to strengthen accountability and public trust Liberia...
Canalbox called to explain widespread service complaints Regulator demands immediate corrective measures Operator faces fines or license sanctions if non-compliant Rwanda’s telecom regulator has...
Three tourism development contracts signed in Dakhla, Boujdour and Tarfaya Projects to focus on leisure activities including kitesurfing, windsurfing and quad biking Initiative supports national...
AFC summit showcases transport and energy projects across Africa Countries seek private capital to finance major infrastructure plans Kenya, Tanzania, Zambia and others highlight flagship...
Sonatrach–NNPC agreement targets joint R&D and technology exchange Partnership prioritizes AI, upstream optimization and decarbonisation Initiative aligns with Africa’s broader push for energy...
Gabon targets oil contracts with BP and Exxon within six months Talks focus on deep and ultra-deep offshore blocks Reforms aim to attract investment and sustain production Gabon plans to finalize...
British International Investment pledged nearly £5 billion of its own capital to Africa over five years, anchoring a £9 billion total mobilization drive that surpasses its current Africa portfolio by 21%...
Awash Bank becomes fourth company listed on Addis exchange Move adds depth to a market launched in 2025 Listing reflects broader financial sector liberalization Awash Bank SC, one of Ethiopia’s...
New agency aims to mobilize public savings for business financing Initiative targets key sectors including agriculture and mining Move responds to limited access to credit for SMEs The...
Norfund and Ghanaian pension manager Axis Pension Trust commit a combined $20 million to Growth Investment Partners, BII's SME platform in Accra. The deal — $15m from Norfund and $5m...
Around $4 trillion held by African financial institutions Capital fails to translate into infrastructure and industrial projects Weak project pipelines and risk concerns limit investment...
Telecom operator launches investor search under restructuring process Company faces heavy debt, falling revenues, and weak market position State-owned firm seeks fresh capital to support...
Authorities seek to attract foreign-backed schools and reduce study abroad costs Initiative targets investment, skills development, and education access Strategy aims to retain capital and ease...
In 13 days, Zambia logged €2.7 billion in energy commitments, roughly €1.1 billion more than the total disbursed under its 38-month IMF programme. Capital is flowing in parallel from China,...
BMI slashed Côte d'Ivoire's 2026 GDP growth forecast by 0.6 points to 5.8%, the steepest downgrade among all sub-Saharan African economies tracked The IMF flagged Abidjan among 12 developing...
Avanti Gold started its 2026 exploration campaign at the Misisi gold project in DR Congo. The program includes 42,000 meters of drilling targeting a resource base estimated at 3.1 million...
Liberia launched an electronic phytosanitary certification (e-Phyto) system on April 20 to replace paper-based processes. Authorities expect the platform to cut border delays, reduce...
EU commits €235 million ($275 million) in humanitarian aid for vulnerable populations. Central Sahel receives the largest allocation with €75 million. UN estimates 24 million...
Ghana Gold Board advances a traceability system covering gold from extraction to export. Authorities target 100 tonnes of ASM gold exports worth $10 billion. Gold sector...
Ghana approved visa exemption agreements with Antigua and Barbuda, Maldives, and Zambia. The agreements cover all passport categories, including ordinary and diplomatic passports. Travelers...
Madagascar approved a law to integrate birth registration into a nationwide biometric census program. The reform targets adults without birth certificates to expand access to legal identity and...
The DRC signed a defense contract with Turkey’s MKE to upgrade military equipment for its armed forces. The partnership focuses on operational capacity, skills transfer, and building a domestic...
Burkina Faso approved a national border governance strategy covering land and air borders for 2026–2030. The plan aligns with Sahel regional security coordination under the Alliance of Sahel...
Mali participated as guest of honor at Guinea’s third Skills Olympiad focused on vocational excellence. Officials from both countries aligned on vocational training as a strategic lever for...
GasEntec secured a contract to install an LNG terminal in Dakar to support Senegal’s energy supply. The project will supply gas to power plants, including the 300 MW Cap des Biches facility, and...
Pratt & Whitney inaugurated a $76 million aircraft engine components plant in Morocco’s Midparc industrial zone. The facility will produce high-precision parts for PT6 engines and create...
SIB net profit rose to 56 billion CFA francs in 2025 Lower risk costs and higher income supported performance Assets, loans and deposits grew, dividend increased to 425 francs Société...
Africa imported 18.8 GW of Chinese solar panels, up 48% Egypt, Algeria, South Africa among top buyers exceeding 1 GW Lower prices drive demand as renewables expand across...
After a decade of reforms, Benin’s agricultural sector has emerged as a cornerstone of economic transformation. The election of Romuald Wadagni marks the start of a new phase, with a stronger push toward...
ECOWAS reviews 2025 agricultural projects at Lomé meeting Around 20 programs assessed to set 2026 priorities Food insecurity affects nearly 40 million amid security crises Regional...
Togo tax-to-GDP ratio at 13.1%, below regional 20% target New 2027–2029 budget framework aims to improve fiscal planning Government seeks higher revenue via tax base expansion,...
Equity Bank proposes smartphone financing to boost digital adoption in DRC Low ownership persists, with only 8% of population using smartphones High costs and low awareness limit uptake...
Lifezone Metals raises $25 million for African minerals projects Funds support Kabanga, Musongati exploration and US recycling operations Move advances development amid rising...
Kenya ended COMESA sugar import caps after 24-year waiver Government still controls imports via licenses and tariff waivers Demand exceeds output, sustaining imports from regional suppliers Kenya’s...
Loan-loss provisions at the nine BRVM-listed banks that reported 2025 earnings rose 18% to $137 million as regional growth hit a record 6.7%. BOA Niger's net income collapsed 92%...
Reform targets fragmented rules slowing network deployment Government aims to boost investment in broadband and 5G Changes seek to lower costs and improve service quality South Africa has initiated...
PAD signs 30-year PPP to rehabilitate Boscam terminal Project includes new platform and potential 700-meter quay Plan aims to restore regional traffic and boost competitiveness The Port Authority...
Globeleq launches 250 MW solar plant with battery storage near Lusaka Project aims to stabilize grid and meet peak electricity demand Move supports shift away from heavy reliance on...
Funding targets SMEs, farmers, and agricultural value chains Program aims to improve access to finance and attract private capital Initiative to support over 300 women-led firms and 5,000 agribusiness...
Moscow sets export quota at 20 million tons from June to November Move aims to secure domestic supply during peak farming season Decision adds strain to already tight global fertilizer...
Company seeks to raise 485.8 billion naira through share offering Funds to support expansion and reduce debt Strategy aims to boost local sugar production and cut imports Dangote Sugar Refinery,...
AFC raises $100 million from India’s Exim Bank over five years Funding to support infrastructure and industrial projects in Africa Deal reflects growing reliance on Asian financing...
New fund aims to mobilize CFA200 billion to finance 300,000 projects Targets SMEs and rural economy through Sharia-compliant financing Move seeks to expand financial inclusion in an underdeveloped...
Vivo signed a financing agreement with Credit Direct to boost smartphone sales in Nigeria through installment payments. Customers will pay 20% upfront and spread the balance over six months, with a...
The IMF lowered CEMAC’s 2026 growth forecast to 3% from 3.3% amid weaker regional and global conditions. Chad is set to lead growth at 5.2%, while Equatorial Guinea is expected to contract by...
Mozambique and China signed more than 20 cooperation agreements during President Daniel Chapo’s state visit to Beijing. Both countries upgraded relations to a “shared future community for the new...
Morocco aims to connect 5.6 million households to fiber and achieve 85% 5G population coverage by 2030. Telecom operators plan to invest over $8.6 billion in 5G infrastructure by 2035. The...
The DRC government committed $7.7 million to boost soybean and maize production in South Ubangi province. Authorities aim to strengthen the full agricultural value chain and improve supply routes...
Nigeria approved a $10.3 billion offshore investment led by Eni. The projects target Zabazaba and Etan fields on OPL 245, with output expected at 150,000 bpd by 2029. Authorities aim to boost...
Zijin Gold International produced 13.46 tonnes of gold in Q1 2026, reaching 23% of its annual target. The Akyem mine supported output growth, with production expected to rise to 8.5 tonnes in...
Edita Food Industries secured a 600 million EGP ($11.5 million) medium-term loan. The company targets capacity expansion in Egypt and regional markets including Morocco and Iraq. The group posted...
Africa’s tourism sector could reach $322 billion by 2035, but growth is constrained by visa fragmentation and weak regional mobility integration Inconsistent visa regimes across African countries...
Ivory Coast increased the number of courts connected to its e-justice platform to 28. Authorities aim to standardize service speed and security across all jurisdictions. The government targets full...
Rome Resources raised £1.2 million ($1.6 million) to fund drilling in DR Congo. The company targets tin and copper discoveries near the Bisie mining area. The firm seeks strategic partnerships to...
France will provide a €100 million ($117.5 million) loan to support urban infrastructure in South Africa. The funding complements a $925 million World Bank program targeting metro...
President Bola Tinubu replaced Finance Minister Wale Edun with Taiwo Oyedele. The government framed the reshuffle as a move to strengthen economic governance and policy execution. The decision comes...
Norfund and Ghanaian pension manager Axis Pension Trust commit a combined $20 million to Growth Investment Partners, BII's SME platform in...
Bank exits non-sovereign shareholders to protect multilateral status Move aims to avoid losses in future sovereign debt restructurings Institution...
Awash Bank becomes fourth company listed on Addis exchange Move adds depth to a market launched in 2025 Listing reflects broader financial sector...
New agency aims to mobilize public savings for business financing Initiative targets key sectors including agriculture and mining Move...
SIB net profit rose to 56 billion CFA francs in 2025 Lower risk costs and higher income supported performance Assets, loans and deposits...
PAD signs 30-year PPP to rehabilitate Boscam terminal Project includes new platform and potential 700-meter quay Plan aims to restore regional traffic...
Cameroon estimates $1.6 billion to rehabilitate the Douala-Bangui corridor. Authorities structured the project into three phases running from...
Lomé airport marks 10 years, passenger traffic exceeds forecasts Hub growth driven by ASKY Airlines, strong regional connectivity Rising...
In 13 days, Zambia logged €2.7 billion in energy commitments, roughly €1.1 billion more than the total disbursed under its 38-month IMF...
AFC summit showcases transport and energy projects across Africa Countries seek private capital to finance major infrastructure plans Kenya, Tanzania,...
Pratt & Whitney inaugurated a $76 million aircraft engine components plant in Morocco’s Midparc industrial zone. The facility will produce...
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...
Kenya ended COMESA sugar import caps after 24-year waiver Government still controls imports via licenses and tariff waivers Demand exceeds output,...
Liberia launched an electronic phytosanitary certification (e-Phyto) system on April 20 to replace paper-based processes. Authorities expect the...
After a decade of reforms, Benin’s agricultural sector has emerged as a cornerstone of economic transformation. The election of Romuald Wadagni marks the...
Funding targets SMEs, farmers, and agricultural value chains Program aims to improve access to finance and attract private capital Initiative to...
Moscow sets export quota at 20 million tons from June to November Move aims to secure domestic supply during peak farming season Decision adds strain...
The DRC government committed $7.7 million to boost soybean and maize production in South Ubangi province. Authorities aim to strengthen the full...
Edita Food Industries secured a 600 million EGP ($11.5 million) medium-term loan. The company targets capacity expansion in Egypt and regional markets...
Tolaram's ₦2-per-share interim dividend translates to $2M cash — on top of a $410M unrealized gain built across two acquisitions at ₦81.60...
Avanti Gold started its 2026 exploration campaign at the Misisi gold project in DR Congo. The program includes 42,000 meters of drilling...
Ghana Gold Board advances a traceability system covering gold from extraction to export. Authorities target 100 tonnes of ASM gold exports...
GasEntec secured a contract to install an LNG terminal in Dakar to support Senegal’s energy supply. The project will supply gas to power plants,...
Sonatrach–NNPC agreement targets joint R&D and technology exchange Partnership prioritizes AI, upstream optimization and decarbonisation Initiative...
Gabon targets oil contracts with BP and Exxon within six months Talks focus on deep and ultra-deep offshore blocks Reforms aim to attract investment...
Lifezone Metals raises $25 million for African minerals projects Funds support Kabanga, Musongati exploration and US recycling...
Globeleq launches 250 MW solar plant with battery storage near Lusaka Project aims to stabilize grid and meet peak electricity demand Move supports...
Nigeria approved a $10.3 billion offshore investment led by Eni. The projects target Zabazaba and Etan fields on OPL 245, with output expected at...
Government signs performance contracts with ministries for 2026 New digital platform to monitor results across public institutions Reform aims to...
Canalbox called to explain widespread service complaints Regulator demands immediate corrective measures Operator faces fines or license sanctions if...
Telecom operator launches investor search under restructuring process Company faces heavy debt, falling revenues, and weak market position State-owned...
Equity Bank proposes smartphone financing to boost digital adoption in DRC Low ownership persists, with only 8% of population using...
Reform targets fragmented rules slowing network deployment Government aims to boost investment in broadband and 5G Changes seek to lower costs and...
Vivo signed a financing agreement with Credit Direct to boost smartphone sales in Nigeria through installment payments. Customers will pay 20% upfront...
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Authorities seek to attract foreign-backed schools and reduce study abroad costs Initiative targets investment, skills development, and education...
Mali participated as guest of honor at Guinea’s third Skills Olympiad focused on vocational excellence. Officials from both countries aligned on...
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,...
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“Migration Must Be Seen as an Opportunity: Youth Mobility Needs Better Structuring” — Hemes Nkwa, CIDP
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Trade and Development Bank Exits Private Shareholders to Secure Preferred Creditor Status
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Liberia Introduces Digital System to Track Government Performance
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Central Africa finance officials, investors meet in Yaoundé to address infrastructure funding gaps
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Canalbox Under Pressure From Rwanda Regulator Over Network Performance
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Yaoundé Forum Opens Door to Latin American Industrial Investment
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Riaz Moola Launches HyperDev to Automate App Development With AI
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Senegal Rolls Out National Digital Library to Support Education Reform
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Kenya’s Cliniva Blends Telemedicine and Clinics to Tackle Care Gaps
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Burundi Rolls Out Six-Pillar AI Strategy to Accelerate Digital Economy
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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...
Mobile phones have become essential tools for work, education, payments and staying connected across...
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...
