The U.S. added uranium back to its list of 60 critical minerals. Global uranium demand is projected to exceed 150,000 tons by 2040. The move reflects U.S. efforts to secure nuclear fuel supplies. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) released an updated list of critical minerals on Thursday, November 6, adding uranium back to the group of 60 materials considered vital to national interests....

Germany pledges €26.1 million ($30.2 million) to strengthen SADC programs. Funds will target trade, water management, and biodiversity protection. Support includes anti-poaching, energy, and mineral value chain initiatives. Germany has announced an additional €26.1 million (about $30.2 million) in funding to the Southern African Development Community (SADC) under the...

Germany to provide €49 million ($56.7 million) to support ECOWAS projects. Funds target peace, security, governance, and sustainable development. The new package adds to Berlin’s €494 million regional portfolio. Germany will provide €49 million (about $56.7 million) in funding to the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). The announcement followed...

Loxworth Capital obtained €15 million ($17.3 million) for its Namibian unit. The funding from Invest International will expand production to 200 hectares. The project aims to boost Namibia’s blueberry exports and rural jobs. Dutch private equity firm Loxworth Capital has secured a €15 million (about $17.3 million) financing facility for its Namibian subsidiary, Namibia...

Sugar imports rose to 149,099 tons between January and August 2025. Local producers report a 100,000-ton drop in domestic sales. SA Canegrowers urges stronger protection and end of sugar tax. The South African Canegrowers Association (SA Canegrowers) has raised concerns over a surge in sugar imports since the start of the year. In a statement released on November 4, the group said sugar...

Launch led by Maroc Telecom, Orange, and Inwi Rollout targets 25% coverage by end-2025 under Digital Morocco 2030 strategy 5G expected to boost digital services, support AFCON broadcasting, and drive economic innovation Morocco has officially launched 5G, with its three main telecom operators, Maroc Telecom, Orange Maroc, and Inwi, activating their fifth-generation networks on Friday,...

Guinea delays inauguration of new Conakry airport facilities, part of Phase 1 expansion Phase 2 launch to proceed; project aims to ease congestion after 788,879 passengers in 2024 Expansion supports Simandou 2040 strategy, with broader aviation, rail, and road integration plans The Guinean government is preparing to inaugurate new facilities built under Phase 1 of the expansion of...

TotalEnergies projects global temperature rise of 2.6-2.8°C under current energy trends Fossil fuels to remain 60% of energy mix by 2050; oil demand peaking in 2040 at 108M bpd Company sees Paris targets as unlikely; critics cite continued investment in major fossil projects In its Energy Outlook 2025, published this week, TotalEnergies warned that the goal of limiting the rise in global...

Overall sales of off-grid solar kits in Sub-Saharan Africa saw only a 1% increase during the first six months of 2025. This near-stagnation was primarily driven by a sharp drop in cash sales, which occurred as several major international energy access programs concluded and new regulatory changes were implemented in certain countries. Sales of off-grid solar kits using the Pay-As-You-Go (PAYGo)...

Nigeria to replace Emergency Travel Certificate with Single-Entry Emergency Travel Passport (STEP) STEP aids stranded Nigerians abroad; aligns with broader immigration and border control reforms Reforms target visa misuse, undocumented migrants, and bolster anti-trafficking efforts The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) is developing a Single-Entry Emergency Travel Passport (STEP) to...