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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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By David Adama, Senior Specialist for Continental and Regional Engagement at AGRA, and Henry Lagat, Lead for Generation Africa Youth Voice and Empowerment...
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...
The April 2026 Fiscal Monitor reveals that the global fiscal gap has nearly closed, yet Africa's picture remains deeply uneven. Several African countries...
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Montage Gold secures five exploration permits in northern Mauritania Move supports efforts to reduce reliance on Tasiast mine $2 million...
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Nigeria-Ghana onion trade resumed after dispute over distribution rights Authorities intervened, securing release of seized Nigerian onion...
South Africa excluded from 2026 G20 under U.S. presidency Diplomatic tensions with Washington deepen after public disputes Absence risks...
Wadagni–Talata lead with 94.05% in provisional results Outcome deemed irreversible with 90.55% ballots counted Opposition concedes ahead of...
Zambia launches $1.1 billion refinery project in Ndola Plant to meet fuel demand, create over 4,800 jobs Facility aims to cut imports, support...
U.S.-Africa agri-food trade hits $11.57 billion in 2025 African exports to U.S. rise 48%, led by raw commodities Africa...
Africa’s second-largest uranium producer, Niger has not supplied France for several years. While contesting its forced exit from the country, Orano is...
The April 2026 Fiscal Monitor reveals that the global fiscal gap has nearly closed, yet Africa's picture remains deeply uneven. Several African countries have returned to international bond markets,...
Montage Gold secures five exploration permits in northern Mauritania Move supports efforts to reduce reliance on Tasiast mine $2 million...
Gabon's 7% 2031 Eurobond posted its biggest single-day drop in a year on Wednesday after a new IMF report revealed fiscal pressures worse than...
PE surpasses VC in Africa — First time since 2019, private equity led deal volume in Q1 2026, signalling a structural market shift on the...
Nigeria-Ghana onion trade resumed after dispute over distribution rights Authorities intervened, securing release of seized Nigerian onion...
By Diaka Camara, journalist, producer, founder of CBC Worldwide Com & Prod, and president of the Diaka Camara Foundation. I still remember returning to...
While attention is focused on the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and its impact on oil markets, another, less visible crisis is unfolding behind the...
Gabon's 7% 2031 Eurobond posted its biggest single-day drop in a year on Wednesday after a new IMF report revealed fiscal pressures worse than...
PE surpasses VC in Africa — First time since 2019, private equity led deal volume in Q1 2026, signalling a structural market shift on the...
The World Bank approved a $500 million loan to align vocational training with private sector labor demands. The initiative prioritizes...
In regions such as Sub-Saharan Africa, human capital deficits reduce potential income by between 58% and 76%. Weak health systems, low-quality education...
The April 2026 Fiscal Monitor reveals that the global fiscal gap has nearly closed, yet Africa's picture remains deeply uneven. Several African countries have returned to international bond markets,...
While attention is focused on the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and its impact on oil markets, another, less visible crisis is unfolding behind the scenes: sulfuric acid, a chemical compound essential...
New sovereign fund will channel mining and oil revenues into development Three sub-funds target infrastructure, stability, and long-term savings Move comes amid rapid growth in gold and oil...
Evidence shows mobile money taxes reduce usage and revenue Most countries exceed the 0.2% threshold that triggers cash fallback Policies risk hurting financial inclusion and long-term...
CAR minister meets COBAC on FNGI operational rollout Talks seek framework, technical support, compliance with regional rules $18M fund targets SME credit access, reduces collateral...
Program aims to reintegrate 200,000 excluded youth over five years Mobile school model targets rural and underserved populations Initiative addresses high NEET rates and informal employment Senegal...
Reforms focus on skills, access, and science education IsDB backs projects worth over $100 million Youth unemployment remains high despite job programs Mauritania is working to align its...
Six major producers receive export quotas under tighter controls Policy aims to curb fraud and regulate lithium shipments Government pushes firms to invest in local processing by 2027 Zimbabwe has...
Two agreements signed to develop cross-border power interconnection Project aims to secure Namibia’s electricity supply Line will link both countries to the Southern African Power Pool Namibia and...
Oman supports 500 MW solar plant with battery storage Fuel storage deal aims to strengthen energy security Botswana still relies heavily on coal and imports Oman is stepping into Botswana’s energy...
Average borrowing costs rose from 2.7% to 5.1% between 2020 and 2024 “Blend” countries hit hardest by rising global interest rates Higher debt costs threaten spending on health and social...
Tender covers solar mini-grids in 27 villages in the Plateaux region Project is part of a broader plan to electrify 317 localities Backed by financing from the Islamic Development Bank Togo...
Two agreements signed on AI, training, and digital regulation Scholarships and training programs target skills development Partnership reflects growing South-South digital...
Morocco and Gabon signed two agreements covering AI, training and digital regulation during GITEX Africa 2026. The partnership includes fully funded scholarships and public-sector training programs...
Bank of Namibia has lowered its 2026 growth forecast to 2.6% from 3.8%. Weak performance in mining, especially metals and diamonds, is driving the downgrade. External shocks, including global...
Zambia’s National Road Fund Agency (NRFA) has rolled out mobile money payments across toll stations. Authorities aim to reduce congestion, limit fraud risks and improve revenue collection...
Amazon has signed a deal to acquire Globalstar to expand its low-Earth orbit satellite network and add direct-to-device services. The company aims to compete more aggressively with SpaceX’s...
WAEMU member states plan to raise CFA3,075.5 billion ($5.53 billion) in Q2 2026, up 18.3% year-on-year. Côte d’Ivoire will lead issuance with CFA980 billion, followed by Senegal, Niger and...
Mozambique is leveraging EU technical expertise under the TAIEX program to strengthen cybersecurity capacity. Authorities aim to improve incident response, policy frameworks and alignment with...
Kenya Sugar Board (KSB) plans a strategic shift toward ethanol and renewable energy production. Rising electricity demand strengthens the business case for cogeneration and independent power...
Tunisia will launch the “Taamir” platform to digitize building permit applications and processing. Authorities aim to reduce administrative delays, improve transparency and attract real estate...
Libya tests 130 km pipeline to reduce gas flaring Project to recover 150 million cubic feet daily Move aims to ease bottlenecks, improve gas network efficiency Libya’s National Oil Corporation...
Côte d’Ivoire to receive €157.9 million Global Fund support Funds target HIV, tuberculosis, malaria programs for 2027–2029 Country reports sharp declines in HIV infections, AIDS...
Renaprov raises 1.1 billion CFA francs, below 8.4 billion target Second subscription window extended to May 15 after weak demand IPO seen as test of regional market depth, investor...
Africa agrochemicals market to reach $15.08 billion by 2031 Growth driven by pests, food demand, government subsidies Fertilizers dominate; affordability, counterfeits remain key...
Montage Gold secures five exploration permits in northern Mauritania Move supports efforts to reduce reliance on Tasiast mine $2 million exploration planned, drilling to begin late...
Algerian students increasingly launch startups amid high youth unemployment Universities host 264 projects, backed by incubators, patent growth Government targets 20,000 startups by 2029...
Operators review 2025 investments, outline 2026 expansion plans Consumer complaints persist over unreliable voice and internet services Cameroon’s Telecommunications Regulatory Agency (ART)...
Ramaphosa appoints Roelf Meyer as U.S. ambassador Move aims to repair strained U.S.–South Africa relations Meyer expected to prioritize economic ties, trade cooperation South African...
Liberia, Sierra Leone to launch 255-km transnational road corridor $364 million project aims to boost trade, connectivity Toll sections may limit access for low-income users Liberia...
New master plan targets aviation development through 2045 Nigeria ranks second in Africa for domestic air traffic Infrastructure gaps and funding remain key challenges Nigeria has...
(EBID) - The Board of Governors of the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID) has unanimously appointed the Honourable Ismaël Nabé, Minister of Planning, Development, and International...
Gabon's 7% 2031 Eurobond posted its biggest single-day drop in a year on Wednesday after a new IMF report revealed fiscal pressures worse than previously projected The selloff hit despite...
Trade surplus jumped 169.7% in Q4 2025 to $4.2 billion Exports driven by gold, cocoa, and oil India and the UAE led as top export markets Ghana recorded a trade surplus of...
Central purchasing body aims to curb high living costs System introduces price controls and consumer reporting tools Launch follows a three-month delay to finalize operations Gabon has...
BP acquires 60% stake in three offshore exploration blocks Move follows growing interest from majors like TotalEnergies and Chevron Namibia targets first oil production by 2030 BP is...
Government engages UAE investors to boost rice production Imports still cover about 55% of national consumption Large areas of arable land remain underused Côte d’Ivoire is looking to...
(EBID) - The Board of Governors of the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID) concluded its 24th Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Accra, Ghana, on April 8, 2026, with a strong determination and...
$5.2 million pilot targets low-carbon, climate-resilient urban development Project aims to benefit over 85,000 residents in Nairobi Backed by global funding and up to $40 million in...
South Sudan plans to open embassies in Algeria, Brazil, Djibouti, Australia and Rwanda, plus a consulate in Kenya. Authorities keep the project at a preliminary stage with no official timeline. Budget...
Liberia and Ethiopia sign agreements on AI, science and technology cooperation. The partnership focuses on knowledge transfer and joint projects across institutions and universities. Liberia aims to...
Fally Ipupa plans a two-part album project combining urban sounds and traditional rumba. The first album “XX” releases on April 17, while “XX Delirium” follows on June 10. The artist targets broader...
Vitol will invest $130 million via Vivo Energy to expand fuel storage in Durban. The project aims to double capacity to 500,000 m³ and strengthen national fuel reserves. New infrastructure could...
African finance ministers in Washington flagged a worsening economic outlook, with IMF projecting continental growth slipping from 4.5% in 2025 to 4.2% in 2026. A Middle East war, collapsing bilateral...
Thor Explorations plans to publish an optimized prefeasibility study incorporating new exploration results. The company targets a final investment decision in the second half of 2026 and production by...
Government establishes UTSTD to oversee climate taxonomy implementation Framework aims to direct financing toward low-carbon and sustainable projects Initiative seeks to limit greenwashing risks and...
The government launches immediate nationwide inspections targeting illegal use of foreign labor. Companies face sanctions including expulsions, activity suspensions and legal action after a 30-day...
Air Algérie signs MoU to develop a modern cargo terminal at Algiers Airport. The project includes a 10,530 m² facility with 25,500 m³ storage capacity and a 12-month construction timeline. Strong...
PE surpasses VC in Africa — First time since 2019, private equity led deal volume in Q1 2026, signalling a structural market shift on the continent. Early-stage funding collapses — Seed deals fell...
Xintai plans to invest $200 million in a nitrogen fertilizer plant with 400,000 tonnes annual capacity. The company will start construction in June, with production scheduled for 2027. Zimbabwe...
Kodal Minerals produces 26,981 tonnes of spodumene concentrate in Q1 Exports reach about 69,000 tonnes, generating $51 million in revenue Mine targets annual capacity of 125,000 tonnes amid...
Saint-Gobain plans €215 million ($253 million) investment in two new plants Glass factory in Suez Canal Economic Zone to produce 900 tonnes per day Projects aim to boost exports, cut imports and...
Chad plans official mission to the United States to secure tech partnerships Government targets telecoms, digital economy and digital health sectors Strategy aims to address infrastructure gaps and...
Business, finance and engineering generate over half of formal job postings Ethiopia faces persistent mismatch between skills supply and labor demand High unemployment and underemployment...
Bilateral aid to sub-Saharan Africa drops to $29.2 billion in 2025. Total global aid records a historic 23.1% decline in real terms. U.S. cuts drive most of the drop, while Germany...
Government signs private partnership to revive Sierratel and restore operations. $2 million upfront payment targets employee arrears out of $6.3 million owed. Market remains dominated...
Nigeria-Ghana onion trade resumed after dispute over distribution rights Authorities intervened, securing release of seized Nigerian onion shipments Ghana remains key export market for...
Pilot shows mixed feedback, with 40% of users dissatisfied Tool aims to boost transparency and consumer role in regulation Côte d'Ivoire will launch a mobile application in May 2026 allowing...
BRVM-listed lender launches CFA1.5 billion capital increase Move aims to meet regulatory requirements and strengthen balance sheet Operation...
Evidence shows mobile money taxes reduce usage and revenue Most countries exceed the 0.2% threshold that triggers cash fallback Policies...
CAR minister meets COBAC on FNGI operational rollout Talks seek framework, technical support, compliance with regional rules $18M fund...
WAEMU member states plan to raise CFA3,075.5 billion ($5.53 billion) in Q2 2026, up 18.3% year-on-year. Côte d’Ivoire will lead issuance with...
Renaprov raises 1.1 billion CFA francs, below 8.4 billion target Second subscription window extended to May 15 after weak demand IPO seen as...
Passenger traffic reached 2.55 million in 2025, up slightly year-on-year Air freight rose 7% to 34,844 tons Growth came in below earlier projections...
The World Bank is preparing a $175 million loan to rehabilitate Uganda's northeastern road corridor. The 340-kilometer trade artery links...
Zimbabwe and Zambia signed an MoU for a 311 km rail link to support mining exports. The project could reduce transport distances to Beira port by...
Liberia, Sierra Leone to launch 255-km transnational road corridor $364 million project aims to boost trade, connectivity Toll sections may...
New master plan targets aviation development through 2045 Nigeria ranks second in Africa for domestic air traffic Infrastructure gaps and...
Air Algérie signs MoU to develop a modern cargo terminal at Algiers Airport. The project includes a 10,530 m² facility with 25,500 m³ storage capacity...
Funding would modernize signaling on Tema–Mpakadan line Upgrade aims to allow simultaneous train movements Project tied to broader push to...
World Bank to mobilize $550 million for Kenya road project Project to upgrade 508 km, boosting regional trade links Corridor to cut...
Kenya Sugar Board (KSB) plans a strategic shift toward ethanol and renewable energy production. Rising electricity demand strengthens the business...
Government engages UAE investors to boost rice production Imports still cover about 55% of national consumption Large areas of arable land...
Xintai plans to invest $200 million in a nitrogen fertilizer plant with 400,000 tonnes annual capacity. The company will start construction in...
Morocco opens probe into rice imports after sharp surge Imports rose over 100% as drought slashed domestic production Authorities may impose duties or...
FAO urges countries not to restrict fertilizer and energy exports War-linked disruptions threaten global supply and drive prices higher Food security...
Kenyan court dismisses challenge to Diageo’s sale of EABL to Asahi Ruling removes major legal risk tied to long-running distributor...
Moscow calls for joint food stockpiles within expanded BRICS bloc Middle East war disrupts fertilizer flows and drives up energy...
Uganda plans to mobilize $83 million to support its struggling tea industry. The plan includes factory bailouts, debt repayments, and...
Six major producers receive export quotas under tighter controls Policy aims to curb fraud and regulate lithium shipments Government pushes firms to...
Two agreements signed to develop cross-border power interconnection Project aims to secure Namibia’s electricity supply Line will link both countries...
Oman supports 500 MW solar plant with battery storage Fuel storage deal aims to strengthen energy security Botswana still relies heavily on coal and...
Saint-Gobain plans €215 million ($253 million) investment in two new plants Glass factory in Suez Canal Economic Zone to produce 900 tonnes per...
New sovereign fund will channel mining and oil revenues into development Three sub-funds target infrastructure, stability, and long-term...
Tender covers solar mini-grids in 27 villages in the Plateaux region Project is part of a broader plan to electrify 317 localities Backed by...
Libya tests 130 km pipeline to reduce gas flaring Project to recover 150 million cubic feet daily Move aims to ease bottlenecks, improve gas network...
BP acquires 60% stake in three offshore exploration blocks Move follows growing interest from majors like TotalEnergies and Chevron Namibia...
Two agreements signed on AI, training, and digital regulation Scholarships and training programs target skills development Partnership...
Morocco and Gabon signed two agreements covering AI, training and digital regulation during GITEX Africa 2026. The partnership includes fully...
Zambia’s National Road Fund Agency (NRFA) has rolled out mobile money payments across toll stations. Authorities aim to reduce congestion, limit...
Mozambique is leveraging EU technical expertise under the TAIEX program to strengthen cybersecurity capacity. Authorities aim to improve incident...
Tunisia will launch the “Taamir” platform to digitize building permit applications and processing. Authorities aim to reduce administrative delays,...
Operators review 2025 investments, outline 2026 expansion plans Consumer complaints persist over unreliable voice and internet...
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Program aims to reintegrate 200,000 excluded youth over five years Mobile school model targets rural and underserved populations Initiative addresses...
Reforms focus on skills, access, and science education IsDB backs projects worth over $100 million Youth unemployment remains high despite job...
Algerian students increasingly launch startups amid high youth unemployment Universities host 264 projects, backed by incubators, patent...
The government launches immediate nationwide inspections targeting illegal use of foreign labor. Companies face sanctions including expulsions,...
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Taxing Mobile Money: A Costly Mistake Africa Keeps Repeating
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Cameroon Issues Financial and Environmental Conditions for Suspended Gold Mining Operations to Resume
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Togo Steps Up Efforts to Implement Nagoya Protocol on Genetic Resources
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Coca-Cola unit trains 260+ SMEs in Namibia business skills Program targets women, youth, disabled...
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