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...
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...
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...
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...
EU allocates €63 million humanitarian aid to Somalia WFP warns programs could halt without $95 million 6.5 million Somalis face...
Rabobank urges Kenya to assemble bouquets locally Kenya supplies 40% of Europe’s cut flower imports Gulf exports reach $100 million...
Rwanda and GiveDirectly will mobilize more than $150 million over five years to reduce poverty by 25% in the five poorest districts. Rwanda...
World Bank says Mauritius needs $5.6 billion climate funding Investment equals 2.3% GDP annually through 2030 Report urges reforms,...
Producers and beverage makers clash over import protection mechanism Sugar association wants DBRP raised to $905 per ton; beverage group...
Jean-Arsène Yerima, Regional Chief Operating Officer for Francophone West Africa at Afreximbank, sets out the bank’s strategy to fast-track...
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...
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,...
Bankable, an online outlet covering economic news in the Democratic Republic of Congo, will publish an exclusive interview Friday, Feb. 27 with Olivier...
EU allocates €63 million humanitarian aid to Somalia WFP warns programs could halt without $95 million 6.5 million Somalis face...
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...
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...
Nigeria extends raw shea nut export ban to 2027 Move aims to boost domestic processing, value-added exports Nigeria produces 40% of shea,...
Bankable, an online outlet covering economic news in the Democratic Republic of Congo, will publish an exclusive interview Friday, Feb. 27 with Olivier...
Pope Leo XIV to tour four African nations April 13-23 First Africa visit since 2025 election Trip highlights continent’s growing Catholic...
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...
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...
The World Bank’s Women, Business and the Law 2026 report ranks Togo as Africa’s second-best performer on gender equality in economic rights. With a score of 79.33 out of 100, the country outpaces several...
Cameroon seeks AfDB, ATIDI guarantees for CFA585 billion borrowing Move aims to lower costs under 2026 financing plan Past Eurobond issues carried rates above 9% The Cameroonian government is in...
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 reclaimed its position as West Africa’s most...
Sonangol to expand into uranium and lithium Company posted over $750 million 2025 profit Angola targets $2 billion non-diamond mining investment Angola’s national oil company Sonangol...
Senegal plans diaspora-focused real estate investment fund Remittances total 2.2 trillion CFA francs annually Fund aims to channel savings into rental housing Senegal plans to establish a real...
Pupils to receive unique school identification numbers Program aims to modernize education data management Guinea’s Ministry of National Education announced on Wednesday, Feb. 25, the launch of a...
Proparco grants €20 million guarantee to NSIA Bank Facility covers 50% of SME loan risk SMEs account for 67% of Benin GDP Proparco, the private sector financing arm of the AFD Group, has...
Burkina Faso signs $147 million US health deal Funding targets HIV, malaria and health security Malaria cases fell 32% in 2025 Burkina Faso and the United States have signed a five-year...
Bankable, an online outlet covering economic news in the Democratic Republic of Congo, will publish an exclusive interview Friday, Feb. 27 with Olivier Binyingo, chairman of Kamoa Copper, the joint...
Himile to invest $100 million in Egypt factory Plant to create up to 2,000 jobs Facility to serve Middle East, Europe, Americas markets China’s Himile Group plans to build...
EU allocates €63 million humanitarian aid to Somalia WFP warns programs could halt without $95 million 6.5 million Somalis face food insecurity The European Union on Thursday...
Parliament approves €140 million (about $165 million) IsDB financing Funds to pave 53-km Mali–Gadalougué road and related infrastructure Project ties into wider Guinea–Senegal...
New joint authority to manage Kazungula Bridge and one-stop border post Move aims to cut transit delays and support AfCFTA integration Bridge links Durban port to DRC and Tanzania via...
Federal and Kaduna State governments to invest $29.5 million in ginger hub Facility aims to boost processing capacity and reduce post-harvest losses Kaduna already accounts for over 75%...
Panoro to raise stake in offshore Block G to 54.625% $180 million deal with Kosmos adds 46 million barrels of 2P reserves Company targets 20,000 barrels per day net output by...
Traders resume cocoa purchases after removal of key price premiums CCC eliminates origin differential and $400 per ton living income differential Move may revive forward sales ahead of...
(HEC PARIS) - Five years after its inaugural launch in Abidjan, Challenge+ Afrique, HEC Paris’s flagship entrepreneurship program, celebrated its anniversary at an event bringing together entrepreneurs,...
Macron and Randrianirina launch renewed two-year partnership framework Cooperation to focus on governance, economic reform and security Talks follow tensions linked to Madagascar’s recent...
Amazon begins talks with Kenya on low-Earth orbit satellite broadband Kenya’s digital market is large but internet access remains uneven Company would face competition from Safaricom and...
Algeria’s NESDA and the Algerian‑Saudi Investment Company sign cooperation deal focused on research, feasibility and investment support for SMEs and...
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...
IFC plans to invest up to $52 million in a microfinance group operating in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. The funding will support local...
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...
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...
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...
Angola opens $635 million Luvo border complex Facility consolidates customs, police, immigration services Project aims boost DRC trade under...
Congo launches paving of 542-km Corridor 13 section Four-year project links Brazzaville to regional capitals Road aims boost trade, support AfCFTA...
Parliament approves €140 million (about $165 million) IsDB financing Funds to pave 53-km Mali–Gadalougué road and related...
Refinery has received about 800 vessels and expects around 600 annually at full capacity Strategy aims to shift up to 75% of local fuel...
New terminal and runway planned to add 15 million passengers by 2029 JKIA handled 8.8 million travelers in 2025, exceeding original design...
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...
Six Congo Basin nations launch carbon market roadmaps Plans aim to align with Paris Agreement rules Forests stored 90.9 billion tons of carbon Six...
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...
Atlantic Group amends Kribi cement plant investment deal Project cost rises above initial CFA39 billion estimate Plant to add 1 million tons annual...
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...
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...
Vaalco Energy has started production from a new well at the Etame offshore field, initially producing around 2,000 barrels per day. The...
Sonangol continues preparations for planned IPO Financial debt rose to $4.12 billion in 2024 Angola narrows privatization list under...
OFAC extends Lukoil asset sale deadline to April 1 $22 billion portfolio overseen amid Russia sanctions Proceeds frozen under U.S....
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...
Pupils to receive unique school identification numbers Program aims to modernize education data management Guinea’s Ministry of National Education...
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MTN and regulator ZICTA launch solar-assisted telecom towers to extend mobile broadband to rural communities. Zambia targets nationwide broadband...
The Democratic Republic of Congo and Gabon signed a memorandum of understanding on Feb. 19 to develop mobile roaming between their territories. The...
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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...
Burkina Faso signs $147 million US health deal Funding targets HIV, malaria and health security Malaria cases fell 32% in 2025 Burkina Faso...
Ghana Civil Aviation Authority launches SAF feasibility and implementation studies to align aviation with net‑zero goals. ICAO feasibility analysis...
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Beyond Cocoa, Rubber Drives Growth in Côte d’Ivoire’s Agricultural Exports
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The Gambia Leads the World in Rice Consumption Per Person
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Congo Launches Work on 542-km Section of Corridor 13 Toward Regional Capitals
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Maritime Dispute: Ghana Seeks Arbitration, Togo Pledges to Defend Claims
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Egypt Forms Shipping Joint Venture to Expand Trade with East Africa
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AfDB Explores Investment in Cattle and Poultry Value Chains in Togo
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BGFIBank Cameroon Increases Capital to CFA50Bln Ahead of Stricter Banking Rules
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Cameroon Signals Possible Return to Bvmac with Up to CFA150 Billion Bond
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Public Enterprises Hold CFA1.5 Trillion in Assets, CFA493.9 Billion in External Debt at End-2024
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Cameroon Faces CFA65.7 Billion in Repayments, Turns to Market for Relief
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Dangote to list $20-25 billion refinery within five months NNPC holds 7.25% stake; dividends...
DRC seeks ITC support for local battery value chains Musompo SEZ targets $2 billion private ...
Algeria’s NESDA and the Algerian‑Saudi Investment Company sign cooperation deal focused on researc...
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