Production goal represents a 60% increase from 2024 levels GMC and China’s TMI investing $450 million in first national manganese refinery Project aims to boost value addition and create over 1,000 direct jobs Ghana, currently the third-largest producer of manganese in Africa after Gabon and South Africa, intends to significantly increase its production in 2025. According to...

Feasibility study submitted by CPCS Transcom UK Ltd after April 2025 launch Corridor to link Walvis Bay and Gaborone, covering 1,500 kilometers Project now framed as a broader development corridor beyond coal transport Originally conceived in 2010, the Trans-Kalahari railway corridor project has seen a resurgence of interest from Namibian and Botswanan authorities. Noteworthy...

Proptech sector accounts for 33% of total funding, fintech leads in deal volume Government pushes reform and support through Ministerial Group for Entrepreneurship Major acquisitions and debt deals highlight ecosystem’s resilience Egypt's start-up ecosystem is witnessing rapid growth, despite macroeconomic challenges and limited access to financing. The government is stepping in...

Sonelgaz strengthens national grid ahead of expected summer power demand 1,100 MW added to capacity along with new lines, transformers, and turbines Measures also target fire prevention and support for remote areas With the summer season leading to a significant increase in electricity demand in the Maghreb region, proactive steps are needed to prevent pressure on power networks....

- Bill Gates commits to allocate major part of his $200 billion wealth to support Africa's development initiatives - The funding focus will be on healthcare, education, and economic development in cooperation with African governments Speaking in the Nelson Mandela room of the African Union, Bill Gates pledged to devote a significant portion of his $200 billion fortune to facilitate...

With this new investment, Orange Egypt stands poised to lead the country into its 5G era, reshaping digital access and transforming everyday life across Egypt. Orange Egypt, a subsidiary of the French telecoms group Orange, has secured a major financing boost to accelerate its 5G rollout, further cementing its role at the heart of Egypt’s digital transformation. The financing package,...

• 150 MW wind farm to deliver clean energy to clients via wheeling agreements• Project investment exceeds ZAR 13 billion with completion set for 2027• Deal reflects growing role of private sector in South Africa’s energy transition As South Africa seeks to stabilize its electricity supply permanently and accelerate its energy transition, new models are emerging to connect businesses to...

• Africa received $8.2 billion in agriculture funding in 2022, more than all other regions• Growth driven by post-COVID recovery and Ukraine conflict• FAO highlights funding gap for agri-SMEs across Sub-Saharan Africa Africa is currently the leading recipient of development finance for agriculture (DFA), comprising public development aid, other official flows (OOF), and private...

• Kiaka gold mine in Burkina Faso is set for first gold pour in Q3 2025• U.S., Australian, and U.K. investors hold over 40% of the parent company’s shares• West African Resources aims to become a key gold producer in West Africa In Burkina Faso, the upcoming Kiaka gold mine is on track to begin production in the third quarter of 2025. The mine is operated by West African Resources...

• Fewer than 1.5% of youth in sub-Saharan Africa are enrolled in vocational programs• Employers say graduates lack job-ready skills due to outdated training systems• Digital tools like AI and VR are key to closing the gap between training and work Sub-Saharan Africa is facing deep challenges in vocational education, according to the Africa’s Pulse report published by the World Bank in...