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...
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Joëlle TRAORÉ is a tax law expert with a PhD from the University of Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne. She specializes in international and African taxation, with...
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...
Weeks after cutting ties with Fitch following its downgrade to speculative grade, the African Export-Import Bank raised a record amount on the syndicated...
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Arise IIP plans to invest more than $3 billion in Kenya over five years The company will develop three export-oriented industrial...
Angola raises $2.5 billion through dual-tranche Eurobond issuance Bonds priced at 9.25% (7-year) and 9.8% (11-year) Strong demand...
Nigeria plans $900 million poultry project with Chinese partnership Six farms to produce 6 million eggs daily nationwide Financing...
Novo Nordisk cuts Wegovy prices in South Africa amid competition Move targets rival Eli Lilly in growing obesity drug market High obesity...
WAEMU posts 3.31 trillion CFA francs trade surplus in Q4 Exports surge 50.4%, led by gold, cocoa, rubber Surplus driven by higher raw...
Uganda’s economy grows 8.5% in Q2 2025/26, minister says Growth driven by investment in ICT, construction, machinery sectors Oil...
Oil executives warn conflict may cause prolonged global supply disruptions Hormuz chokepoint tightens supply; Brent holds near $99 per...
Weeks after cutting ties with Fitch following its downgrade to speculative grade, the African Export-Import Bank raised a record amount on the syndicated loan market. The transaction highlights both the...
GCF to establish regional offices to boost country engagement 43 countries expressed interest in hosting offices Decision aims to strengthen...
African oil ministers to boycott May 2026 London energy summit Protest over lack of inclusivity and weak focus on African priorities Move reflects...
Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics construction 95-96% complete, organizers say Games to host 2,700 athletes across Dakar, Diamniadio, Saly Event scheduled...
Angola raises $2.5 billion through dual-tranche Eurobond issuance Bonds priced at 9.25% (7-year) and 9.8% (11-year) Strong demand...
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Tunisia tightens import financing rules to protect foreign reserves Banks must require full importer-funded deposits for non-priority goods Measures...
African oil ministers to boycott May 2026 London energy summit Protest over lack of inclusivity and weak focus on African priorities Move reflects...
Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics construction 95-96% complete, organizers say Games to host 2,700 athletes across Dakar, Diamniadio, Saly Event scheduled...
Fraud rate drops 28% to 2.6% across African crypto markets in 2025 Faster identity checks and stronger compliance drive...
Despite shorter distances, domestic air travel remains largely unaffordable in many African countries, where ticket prices often approach or exceed...
Weeks after cutting ties with Fitch following its downgrade to speculative grade, the African Export-Import Bank raised a record amount on the syndicated loan market. The transaction highlights both the...
Vista gains approval to acquire majority stake in Chad’s BAC Deal marks Vista’s expansion into Central African banking market Acquisition targets low financial inclusion and unmet banking...
Government deepens partnership with UNICEF to expand digital learning Low literacy and school access highlight urgency of reform Technology seen as key to improving teaching and student...
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Tunisia tightens import financing rules to protect foreign reserves Banks must require full importer-funded deposits for non-priority goods Measures aim to curb deficit amid rising import...
Guinea injects funds into banks to ease cash shortages Shortages persist due to hoarding and weak cash circulation Central bank pushes digital payments and financial inclusion reforms Guinea...
Africa's air cargo rose 21% in February, led by a 61.9% surge in the Asia corridor despite global logistics shifts Ethiopian Airlines gains via new freighters, while smaller carriers like ASKY face...
Funding expands family allowances and disability support systems Reforms target digital payments, jobs, and support for vulnerable households The World Bank said on Friday it approved $90...
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Jet fuel prices soared 76% to $171, depleting stocks in Zambia and South Africa due to the Middle East conflict Africa's air cargo rose 21% in Feb, led by the Africa-Asia corridor's 61.9% surge...
China grants $14.46 million to Seychelles for development projects Talks advance cooperation across health, infrastructure, trade, and security Housing project launched amid deepening strategic...
Tsodilo partners with U.S.-based Battelle to deploy AI at Gcwihaba project Model will prioritize high-probability drilling targets using existing data Move reflects broader shift toward AI-driven...
AfDB backs $11.3 million mechanism to fund mini-grids in fragile countries Model uses advance sales of renewable energy credits to unlock financing Project targets 14 countries and aims to...
Ethiopia has completed and operationalized its first national digital coffee traceability platform, developed with Germany’s GIZ The system aims to meet EU deforestation rules, which take effect on...
Fitch affirms Tanzania’s B+ rating with stable outlook Growth expected to outpace peers, driven by infrastructure and mining External shocks, especially from Middle East tensions, remain a...
Japanese bank SMBC provides €200 million ($230 million) to BOAD Funds will support agriculture campaigns and fuel supply in WAEMU BOAD also approves CFA206 billion in new sector financing The...
First fully digital public exam aimed to boost transparency and fairness Technical failures caused major delays and disrupted test conditions Issues raise concerns ahead of broader digital recruitment...
Government launches Walisé platform to centralize university data Tool includes dashboards, mapping, and project monitoring features Move aims to improve governance and raise digital administration...
Parliament approves $52 million loan from Arab development fund Funding targets rail upgrades critical to phosphate transport Output has fallen sharply due to aging infrastructure and...
Project cost rises to $415 million from $341 million in 2018 study Expected annual zinc output increases significantly, with added lead production Financing remains the next key step as...
The two countries sign a deal covering the full oil and gas value chain Agreement includes training, technology transfer, and joint projects Côte d’Ivoire looks to scale up output after major offshore...
Tinubu announces fund for soldiers and families of fallen troops President commits his full salary since taking office as seed capital Move comes as Nigeria faces ongoing security threats ahead of...
Fuel prices will rise in April, with gasoline up by $0.14 per liter Government cuts fuel taxes by 50% and taps energy fund to ease impact Higher global oil prices and currency weakness drive the...
Somalia launches certified cybersecurity training for public ICT professionals to strengthen national data protection. Authorities step up reforms following the creation of SOMCIRT and new cyber...
Zijin acquires Chifeng Jilong Gold Mining for $2.64 billion to expand its West African gold portfolio. The group strengthens its presence in Ghana after a $1 billion Akyem acquisition...
Toyo Engineering Corporation holds talks with Tanzanian authorities to build a fertilizer plant producing ammonia and urea. Tanzania depends heavily on imports, sourcing about 31% of fertilizers...
Sonoco secures a $20 million loan from the IFC to develop an integrated poultry project. Guinea’s poultry sector remains underdeveloped, with imports rising over 63% between 2020 and...
Senegal mobilized 304.15 billion CFA francs ($533 million), exceeding its CFA200 billion target. The offering attracted strong demand with a 152% subscription rate across maturities up to 10...
West African Development Bank plans CFA6,500 billion ($11.5 billion) in financing for 2026–2030. The strategy relies on borrowing, securitization, and equity increases to scale funding. The...
S&P cuts Senegal’s local currency rating to CCC+/C and assigns a negative outlook. The country faces financing needs estimated at 26% of GDP in 2026. Authorities increase reliance on regional...
Sub-Saharan producers delay crude sales despite available April-loading cargoes. Supply disruptions linked to Strait of Hormuz closure support higher price expectations. Rising freight costs...
Mali aims to leverage its mining sector to create jobs and foster youth entrepreneurship. More than 31% of young Malians remain outside employment, education, or training. Authorities...
Vedanta plans to split into five entities to reduce debt and unlock value. The group targets a combined valuation of $50 billion versus a current $27 billion market...
ECOWAS appoints Lansana Kouyaté to lead talks with AES AU intensifies mediation to prevent regional split, boost cooperation Appointment follows failed efforts to reintegrate Sahel...
Egypt to slow fuel-intensive projects for two months Measures include cutting government fuel use, remote work adoption Move follows oil supply disruptions, amid ongoing economic...
Rwanda plans phased shutdown of 2G, 3G networks Shift to 4G, 5G under 2024-2029 digital strategy Transition raises concerns over affordability, rural access, device readiness Rwandan...
CAR outlines $8.9 million recovery plan for troubled CMCA Plan includes recapitalization, reforms to restore stability, rebuild trust Regulator intervened amid governance issues and...
GCF to establish regional offices to boost country engagement 43 countries expressed interest in hosting offices Decision aims to strengthen impact across all partner countries The...
Ethiopia secures $13 billion investment pledges at Addis forum Deals span manufacturing, agriculture, energy, construction sectors Reforms drive inflows, aiming jobs, forex gains,...
Agreement signed during Faye’s March Madrid visit Deal targets sustainability, training, and stronger anti-IUU enforcement IUU fishing costs Senegal millions, worsens stock depletion and governance...
The Congolese government in January unveiled a development plan for the MIFOR iron ore project, which holds up to 20 billion tonnes of resources, but key details on its financial backers remain...
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Côte d’Ivoire needs over $62 billion for climate plan NDC 3.0 targets emissions cuts, renewables, forest and coastal protection Plan backed by partners as climate risks threaten economy Côte...
Egypt approves 5.1 trillion pound budget for 2026/2027 Spending prioritizes health, education, social protection, economic growth Revenues projected up 27.6%, debt targeted to decline Egypt's...
The DFC plans to convert a $31M loan into equity in Syrah Resources, targeting a 20% stake in the Balama graphite mine in Mozambique. The deal would make Washington the second-largest shareholder...
Growth driven by reforms, mining income, improved tax administration S&P affirms B+ rating, revises outlook to positive Guinea's public revenue rose 139% between 2020 and 2025, from 18,859...
New unit targets overseas electricity projects and technical services Projects underway in Niger and Mozambique support expansion strategy Algeria's state energy utility Sonelgaz is expanding into...
Sound Energy delays Morocco Tendrara gas production to Q3 2026 Delay due to micro-LNG facility equipment delivery setbacks Project backed by Afriquia Gaz 10-year LNG purchase agreement Sound...
Chinese firms expand role in South Africa renewable energy projects 240 MW Mooi Plaats solar plant begins operations in March Overberg wind farm installs first turbine, boosting industrial power...
Orange Côte d'Ivoire launches “Mobile Pro” for small businesses Service bundles calls, SMS, internet with business-focused app access Aims to boost SME productivity, supporting digital transition...
The QS World University Rankings by Subject, a global ranking which measures academic reputation, employer recognition, research impact and international outlook. Algeria’s higher education sector has...
Benesha to build medical consumables factory in DR Congo SEZ Project aims to cut imports amid strong demand for devices Factory to produce syringes, create 200 jobs by 2030 Congolese company...
Donors pledge over $200 million for DR Congo census World Bank, AfDB consider major funding and capacity support Census aims to update data after 40 years, guide policy Donors pledged more...
African oil ministers to boycott May 2026 London energy summit Protest over lack of inclusivity and weak focus on African priorities Move reflects push for local content and greater resource...
Burkina Faso creates unified body for PPP dialogue, business reforms New framework to streamline institutions and improve public fund use Security risks, financing gaps still constrain business...
Kenya, Mozambique sign three cooperation agreements across key sectors Deals cover training, corrections, youth, sports, and research collaboration Leaders aim to boost trade, security, and regional...
Efforts to reinforce health systems are gaining pace across Africa, with this week’s developments focused on emergency response capacity, disease treatment and maternal care. South Africa’s...
S&P cuts Senegal’s local currency rating to CCC+/C and assigns a negative outlook. The country faces financing needs estimated at 26% of GDP in...
Vista gains approval to acquire majority stake in Chad’s BAC Deal marks Vista’s expansion into Central African banking market Acquisition targets low...
Guinea injects funds into banks to ease cash shortages Shortages persist due to hoarding and weak cash circulation Central bank pushes digital...
Senegal mobilized 304.15 billion CFA francs ($533 million), exceeding its CFA200 billion target. The offering attracted strong demand with a 152%...
West African Development Bank plans CFA6,500 billion ($11.5 billion) in financing for 2026–2030. The strategy relies on borrowing, securitization,...
Zanzibar begins building Mangapwani port to decongest Malindi and boost regional trade New port will handle 200,000 TEUs and 1 million tonnes of...
Airline to lease two converted Boeing 777 freighters for delivery in 2028 Move aligns with strong global growth in air cargo demand Carrier...
Durban plans $112 million superyacht hub to attract luxury visitors Project aims to boost tourism and local economic activity Strategy...
Uganda plans $113.3 million injection to expand Uganda Airlines fleet Funding to purchase 10 aircraft amid rising demand, disruptions Airline...
Airline orders 10 Boeing 737 MAX 8 to modernize fleet and boost capacity Deliveries set between mid-2026 and 2027 as part of broader expansion...
Cameroon signed a $75 million concessional loan with the Saudi Fund for Development for a 77-km road project. The Sorawel-Dourbey road aims...
Egypt inaugurates a 56.5 km monorail connecting Cairo to the new administrative capital. The project involves Alstom, Orascom Construction, and...
Burkina Faso ratified a $80.3 million loan from the African Development Bank to modernize transport infrastructure. The project targets road...
Ethiopia has completed and operationalized its first national digital coffee traceability platform, developed with Germany’s GIZ The system aims to...
Toyo Engineering Corporation holds talks with Tanzanian authorities to build a fertilizer plant producing ammonia and urea. Tanzania depends...
Sonoco secures a $20 million loan from the IFC to develop an integrated poultry project. Guinea’s poultry sector remains underdeveloped, with...
Agreement signed during Faye’s March Madrid visit Deal targets sustainability, training, and stronger anti-IUU enforcement IUU fishing costs Senegal...
South Africa exported $1.3 billion of agricultural goods to the Middle East in 2025 Rising geopolitical tensions disrupt logistics and...
IFC considers €13 million loan to Mali’s Société Diarra Négoce Funds to build grain mill, storage, solar plant near Bamako Project targets rising...
Sugar hits five-month high at 15.94 cents per pound Oil-driven ethanol shift in Brazil tightens global sugar supply Strait of Hormuz disruption cuts...
Brazil expected to produce 182 million tons of soybeans in 2025 Country could control over 42% of global output and nearly 60% of exports U.S....
Tsodilo partners with U.S.-based Battelle to deploy AI at Gcwihaba project Model will prioritize high-probability drilling targets using existing...
AfDB backs $11.3 million mechanism to fund mini-grids in fragile countries Model uses advance sales of renewable energy credits to unlock...
Project cost rises to $415 million from $341 million in 2018 study Expected annual zinc output increases significantly, with added lead...
Africa's air cargo rose 21% in February, led by a 61.9% surge in the Asia corridor despite global logistics shifts Ethiopian Airlines gains via new...
Zambia signs PPA for 100 MW hybrid wind-solar project Project supports diversification away from hydropower dependence Expansion of renewables aims to...
The two countries sign a deal covering the full oil and gas value chain Agreement includes training, technology transfer, and joint projects Côte...
Zijin acquires Chifeng Jilong Gold Mining for $2.64 billion to expand its West African gold portfolio. The group strengthens its presence in...
Sub-Saharan producers delay crude sales despite available April-loading cargoes. Supply disruptions linked to Strait of Hormuz closure support...
First fully digital public exam aimed to boost transparency and fairness Technical failures caused major delays and disrupted test conditions Issues...
Government launches Walisé platform to centralize university data Tool includes dashboards, mapping, and project monitoring features Move aims to...
Rwanda plans phased shutdown of 2G, 3G networks Shift to 4G, 5G under 2024-2029 digital strategy Transition raises concerns over...
Operator explores renewable energy partnership with Italy’s Ascot Energy Move aims to stabilize power for 4G, 5G rollout and data centers Focus on...
Tunisia and Algeria create a digital platform to connect universities and labs for AI research collaboration The platform aims to accelerate...
Mauritania launches a unified national standard for digital public services Authorities aim to improve interoperability, efficiency, and user...
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Jet fuel prices soared 76% to $171, depleting stocks in Zambia and South Africa due to the Middle East conflict Africa's air cargo rose 21% in...
Government deepens partnership with UNICEF to expand digital learning Low literacy and school access highlight urgency of reform Technology seen as...
Mali aims to leverage its mining sector to create jobs and foster youth entrepreneurship. More than 31% of young Malians remain outside...
Orange Côte d'Ivoire launches “Mobile Pro” for small businesses Service bundles calls, SMS, internet with business-focused app access Aims to boost...
The QS World University Rankings by Subject, a global ranking which measures academic reputation, employer recognition, research impact and international...
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Afreximbank Raises $2 Billion After Fitch Break, Revealing Diverging Views of Risk
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Burkinabe-Led Vista Group Expands Into Central Africa With Chad Bank Acquisition
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France Flags Payment Delays as Risk to Investment Climate in Cameroon
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Cameroon Courts U.S. Investors Despite AGOA Exclusion
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Cameroon Looks to Poland to Advance Transport Infrastructure Plans
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AGL Cameroun Invests CFA2 Billion to Boost Port and Logistics Capacity
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Zambia Expands Digital Learning Drive to Fix Gaps in Education System
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Zambia Signs 100 MW Wind-Solar Agreement as It Seeks to Diversify Power Supply
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Togo launches support program for 115 cooperatives with GIZ backing
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Togo pushes reforms to improve microfinance loan recovery
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Firms move beyond payments toward integrated SME platforms Services include invoicing, inve...
The BCEAO now allows UEMOA citizens abroad to open CFA franc accounts under the same conditions as...
Novo Nordisk cuts Wegovy prices in South Africa amid competition Move targets rival Eli Lil...
ECOWAS, Energy China discuss regional power infrastructure cooperation Talks cover $36.3...
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Mbanza Kongo, located in northern Angola, is one of the most important historic cities in Central Africa. The capital of Zaire Province, it stands on a...
