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...
Gaza war and Red Sea attacks incurred forgone revenue of $9–10bn to the Suez Canal Gulf tensions now threaten wider shipping routes and global...
Global avocado demand rises; EU per-capita consumption doubled since 2016 European market could exceed 1.5 million tonnes by 2030 Asia seen as growth...
Nigeria to split OPL 245 into four blocks Move ends decades-long legal disputes over oilfield Development to proceed on 9 billion-barrel...
Military escalation between Iran, Israel, and the United States has raised the risk of disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and the Suez...
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...
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...
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...
Gaza war and Red Sea attacks incurred forgone revenue of $9–10bn to the Suez Canal Gulf tensions now threaten wider shipping routes and global supply chains Above Egypt, the overall region may...
Nigeria to split OPL 245 into four blocks Move ends decades-long legal disputes over oilfield Development to proceed on 9 billion-barrel...
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...
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...
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...
Dangote orders over 1,000 CNG trucks from China’s BAIC FOTON Fleet expansion supports logistics modernization and lower fuel costs Initiative aligns...
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...
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...
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...
In April 2026, the Amani Festival will change venues. Forced to leave Goma for Lubumbashi due to growing insecurity, the event turns displacement into an act of cultural resistance, affirming the power of...
Senegal parliament approves creation of National Media Regulatory Council New body replaces CNRA, expanding oversight to digital media Reform follows press freedom concerns and regulatory...
Dangote orders over 1,000 CNG trucks from China’s BAIC FOTON Fleet expansion supports logistics modernization and lower fuel costs Initiative aligns with Nigeria’s push to expand CNG transport...
Senegal Treasury urges insurers to increase investment in government securities Insurers provide under one-third of bank investment in state debt Authorities seek broader investor base amid...
Angola launches UNESCO AI readiness assessment initiative Review to evaluate regulatory, technical and institutional capacity Program supports digital transformation under 2023-2027...
(ZINDI) - The GSMA and Zindi today announced the launch of the African Trust & Safety LLM Challenge, a landmark initiative designed to help define the next generation of global AI safety...
Malawi, Ericsson discuss telecom and digital training partnership Talks held during Mobile World Congress in Barcelona Discussions include 5G training and expanding rural internet...
March is marked by festivals, conferences, workshops and other events celebrating women. In March 2026, a film program is dedicated to female directors from North Africa. A special film program titled...
Algeria’s vocational training ministry and state oil company Sonatrach plan to develop new industry-focused training programs. The initiative aims to adapt technical education to technological...
Safaricom has signed a new deal with Ericsson to expand microwave links supporting its 5G network. The partnership also includes AI-driven analytics and automation tools to improve network...
Gabon’s utility SEEG has launched technical upgrades to reduce power outages in Greater Libreville. The plan includes repairing a key underground cable and expanding generation at the Owendo...
NAMCOR has appointed Mtundeni Ndafyaalako as acting managing director starting March 1. He becomes the sixth leader to head the national oil company since April 2023. The appointment comes...
Tamini General Insurance has launched operations as Uganda’s first Islamic insurer. The company offers Takaful, a risk-sharing model aligned with Islamic finance principles. Authorities see...
Nigeria is expected to import about 7.2 million tons of wheat in the 2026/2027 marketing year. The increase reflects rising urban demand for bread, pasta and other wheat-based foods. Part of...
Next Gen Infraco has launched commercial operations of Ghana’s shared 5G network. The government has ended the company’s exclusivity and will auction spectrum to other operators. Authorities...
East African countries are preparing to launch a regional electricity market by mid-2026. Regulators from the Eastern Africa Power Pool are studying Southern Africa’s model. New transmission...
GSMA selected six African countries to host 2026 pilots for $30–$40 4G smartphones. Rising global memory prices threaten the initial $30 price target. Entry-level smartphones cost up...
Trigon Metals launched its first exploration campaign at the Addana silver project in Morocco, with 12 diamond drill holes totaling 2,100 meters. The company previously outlined an initial exploration...
Five Gulf countries accounted for 13.35% of Kenya’s cut flower export value, totaling $722.9 million. Kenya’s cut flower export volumes fell 12% year-on-year to 102,475 tonnes in 2024, according...
Gaza war and Red Sea attacks incurred forgone revenue of $9–10bn to the Suez Canal Gulf tensions now threaten wider shipping routes and global supply chains Above Egypt, the overall region may...
South Africa inaugurated a 100 million rand ($5.3 million) green hydrogen pilot facility at the University of the Witwatersrand. Authorities equipped the site with a 110-kilowatt electrolyser and...
Nigeria’s gross external reserves rose to $50.45 billion on Feb. 16, their highest level in 13 years. The reserve stock covers 9.68 months of imports of goods and services. Net foreign exchange...
Nigeria secured $552 million under the HOPE-EDU program to fast-track nationwide basic education reform. Authorities described the funding as the fastest mobilization of its scale in the...
Government allocates about $37.8m to help the SABC repay part of its debt to Sentech and prevent risks to national broadcasting signals. Funding also supports dual illumination during South...
Agreement signed March 2 during Belarus minister’s Lomé visit Deal aims to expand cooperation in industry and agriculture Togo and Belarus have signed a mutual visa waiver agreement for holders of...
Ghana aims to raise international reserves to 15 months of import cover by 2028 under the Ghana Accelerated National Reserve Accumulation Policy (GANRAP). The cedi appreciated 40.7% against the...
Dangote Cement signed a $1 billion agreement with Sinoma Engineering covering 12 projects in seven African countries. The projects support the group’s “Vision 2030” plan to raise total...
Ethiopian Electric Power launched a joint study with South Korea to modernize electricity tariff-setting frameworks. National electricity access stands at 54%, despite significant renewable energy...
Globeleq acquired a 51% majority stake in Lunsemfwa Hydro Power Company from Norfund. LHPC operates 56 MW of hydropower capacity and develops 27 MWp of solar capacity, with a 200 MWp...
Ghana plans 600 new school buildings for 2026 Program includes kindergarten, primary and junior high blocks Initiative aims to ease infrastructure pressure from rising...
Mali’s 2025 budget deficit reaches 1.5% of GDP Tax revenue stronger than forecast; spending below target IMF projects economic growth around 5% in 2025 Mali’s budget deficit reached...
Nigeria approves 48 billion naira to boost engineering education Funds target labs, workshops at 12 federal universities Initiative aims to produce job-ready, innovation-driven...
During Ramadan and Lent, solidarity is increasingly expressed through digital tools. In Côte d’Ivoire, mobile phones and mobile money are becoming quiet but essential tools for managing household spending...
OAPI, WIPO launch regional technology innovation support centers network Centers to improve patent access, training across 17 member states Initiative aims to boost innovation,...
Cameroon Treasury bill demand rises to 84.84% in January Rate surpasses CEMAC regional average of 69.04% Average yield falls to 6.87%, easing borrowing costs Cameroon began 2026 on firmer...
Togo plans “administrative conferences” to coordinate public policy implementation Pilot project to launch in Kara region before national rollout Initiative aims to improve coordination,...
DRC launches program supporting businesses adopting standardized electronic invoicing Government to distribute 4,000 electronic fiscal devices free Reform aims to strengthen tax compliance and...
Burkina Faso inaugurates $3.56 million soybean oil mill in Ouagadougou Plant processes 12 tons of soybeans, producing 10 tons oil daily Expansion planned as soybean output more than...
DRC orders tighter environmental oversight of mining sector Task force to improve coordination after inspections found compliance failures Reforms linked to IMF programme on environmental...
Félix Tshisekedi has named Baraka Kabemba to lead Gecamines as the state miner prepares to play a pivotal role in implementing the Democratic Republic of Congo’s strategic minerals partnership with the...
Roscan Gold plans $218.7 million investment for Kandiolé mine in Mali Project could produce 834,858 ounces over 13-year mine life Company seeks permits, financing to advance toward...
African airlines cargo traffic rises 18.2% year-on-year in January Africa-Asia routes drive growth, up 41.6% from 2025 Global air cargo traffic increases 5.6%, IATA says African airlines recorded...
Global avocado demand rises; EU per-capita consumption doubled since 2016 European market could exceed 1.5 million tonnes by 2030 Asia seen as growth market but still small share of trade The...
Kenya to deploy traffic cameras, automated fines to curb accidents Road deaths reach 5,009 in 2025, up from 2024 New rules propose inspections for vehicles older than four years The Kenyan...
1.5 million Dollvet FMD vaccine doses arrive from Turkey Shipment delayed by Middle East tensions, government statement says South Africa battles nationwide outbreak; over 935 cases reported to...
Tanzania has connected a 50-megawatt solar plant in Kishapu to the national grid. The project marks the first phase of a planned 150-megawatt solar complex. The move supports a broader plan to more...
Verdant Capital structured a $5 million equity placement for Polysmart Packaging Group. The funds will expand food-grade recycled PET production in Nigeria. The investment comes as regulatory...
The government collected CFA501.6 billion in tax revenue in 2025, 22.76% above target. Officials credit reforms and digitalization for the CFA93.12 billion surplus. Early 2026 collections are also...
The government will tie university evaluations to graduate job placement and track alumni outcomes nationwide. Internships will become mandatory in professional bachelor’s and master’s...
Luxembourg has offered expertise in FinTech, cybersecurity and digital training as Senegal accelerates its tech agenda. Talks focused on regulation, regional integration within WAEMU and...
Congo is exploring the use of China’s BeiDou satellite navigation system to upgrade its railway network. Officials say the technology could improve train tracking, safety and operational...
Algeria’s state utility Sonelgaz has sent a technical team to Niger to prepare a new gas-fired power plant. The project comes as Niger faces electricity shortages and reduced imports from...
Askadar Housmane Sanou has been appointed to lead Burkina Faso’s state investment fund, CDI-BF. The fund, created in 2023, is central to mobilizing long-term domestic capital for strategic...
Macky Sall has formally entered the race to become the next UN secretary-general, with his candidacy submitted by Burundi on behalf of the African Union. The current mandate of António Guterres...
The Democratic Republic of Congo reduced emergency spending to 10.78% of total expenditure in Q4 2025, down from 20.97% in Q2. Security outlays accounted for more than 93% of total emergency...
President Yoweri Museveni announced a 5 billion Ugandan shillings ($1.4 million) public fund to support digital content creators. Authorities will channel the resources through a savings and...
Atomic Eagle increased Muntanga’s mineral resources to 58.8 million pounds, up 24% from 47.4 million pounds. The update added 11.4 million pounds, including new deposits at Chisebuka and Muntanga...
Mauritania will recruit 3,000 civil servants through a fully digitalized system. Authorities will conduct online applications, automated diploma verification, tablet-based exams, and instant...
Upcoming trading sessions on the BRVM will be closely watched. With oil stocks surging and the broader market under strain, the West African regional...
Senegal Treasury urges insurers to increase investment in government securities Insurers provide under one-third of bank investment in state...
Tamini General Insurance has launched operations as Uganda’s first Islamic insurer. The company offers Takaful, a risk-sharing model aligned with...
Nigeria’s gross external reserves rose to $50.45 billion on Feb. 16, their highest level in 13 years. The reserve stock covers 9.68 months of...
Cameroon Treasury bill demand rises to 84.84% in January Rate surpasses CEMAC regional average of 69.04% Average yield falls to 6.87%, easing...
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...
Parliament approves €140 million (about $165 million) IsDB financing Funds to pave 53-km Mali–Gadalougué road and related...
Zimbabwe, South Africa and Zambia signed binding commitments to improve cross-border transport connectivity and efficiency. The partnership targets...
Congo is exploring the use of China’s BeiDou satellite navigation system to upgrade its railway network. Officials say the technology could...
Congo launches $595 million Congo-Ocean Railway overhaul Project to replace tracks, repair bridges, modernize stations Upgrade aims to boost...
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...
Burkina Faso inaugurates $3.56 million soybean oil mill in Ouagadougou Plant processes 12 tons of soybeans, producing 10 tons oil...
Nigeria is expected to import about 7.2 million tons of wheat in the 2026/2027 marketing year. The increase reflects rising urban demand for...
Five Gulf countries accounted for 13.35% of Kenya’s cut flower export value, totaling $722.9 million. Kenya’s cut flower export volumes fell 12%...
Ghana aims to attract Chinese capital to develop its palm oil sector and move toward self-sufficiency. The government plans a $500 million...
Namibia launched a national Task Force and a Support Fund to protect its livestock sector from foot-and-mouth disease (FMD). South Africa...
Olam Agri secures $100 million loan from FMO Funds to support Asian rice exports to Africa African rice imports up 29% over...
Cameroon approves canoe manufacturing unit in Kribi for 2026 CFA 600 million budget adopted by MIDEPECAM board Facility aims to boost...
The government mobilized 300 million dirhams ($33 million) to support farms hit by floods in the Gharb and Loukkos irrigated areas. Authorities...
NAMCOR has appointed Mtundeni Ndafyaalako as acting managing director starting March 1. He becomes the sixth leader to head the national oil...
East African countries are preparing to launch a regional electricity market by mid-2026. Regulators from the Eastern Africa Power Pool are...
Trigon Metals launched its first exploration campaign at the Addana silver project in Morocco, with 12 diamond drill holes totaling 2,100 meters. The...
South Africa inaugurated a 100 million rand ($5.3 million) green hydrogen pilot facility at the University of the Witwatersrand. Authorities equipped...
Gabon’s utility SEEG has launched technical upgrades to reduce power outages in Greater Libreville. The plan includes repairing a key underground...
Dangote Cement signed a $1 billion agreement with Sinoma Engineering covering 12 projects in seven African countries. The projects support...
Ethiopian Electric Power launched a joint study with South Korea to modernize electricity tariff-setting frameworks. National electricity access...
Globeleq acquired a 51% majority stake in Lunsemfwa Hydro Power Company from Norfund. LHPC operates 56 MW of hydropower capacity and develops 27...
Angola launches UNESCO AI readiness assessment initiative Review to evaluate regulatory, technical and institutional capacity Program...
(ZINDI) - The GSMA and Zindi today announced the launch of the African Trust & Safety LLM Challenge, a landmark initiative designed to help define...
Malawi, Ericsson discuss telecom and digital training partnership Talks held during Mobile World Congress in Barcelona Discussions include...
Safaricom has signed a new deal with Ericsson to expand microwave links supporting its 5G network. The partnership also includes AI-driven...
Next Gen Infraco has launched commercial operations of Ghana’s shared 5G network. The government has ended the company’s exclusivity and will...
During Ramadan and Lent, solidarity is increasingly expressed through digital tools. In Côte d’Ivoire, mobile phones and mobile money are becoming quiet...
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Nigeria secured $552 million under the HOPE-EDU program to fast-track nationwide basic education reform. Authorities described the funding as the...
Algeria’s vocational training ministry and state oil company Sonatrach plan to develop new industry-focused training programs. The initiative...
Government allocates about $37.8m to help the SABC repay part of its debt to Sentech and prevent risks to national broadcasting signals. Funding...
Ghana plans 600 new school buildings for 2026 Program includes kindergarten, primary and junior high blocks Initiative aims to ease...
Kenya to deploy traffic cameras, automated fines to curb accidents Road deaths reach 5,009 in 2025, up from 2024 New rules propose inspections for...
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