Nigeria’s Dangote refinery faces crude supply shortfall
Nigeria’s government initiative to sell crude oil priced in naira to local refineries has been hindered by supply shortages, impacting operations at the Dangote Refinery.
Kenya cancels Adani projects amid corruption scandal
Kenya has canceled over $2.5 billion worth of deals with the Adani Group following a US indictment against the company’s founder.
Viatris pays Moroccan fine for merger notification failure
The fine, amounting to 7.58 million dirhams, has already been paid.
South Africa cuts rates despite mixed data
Despite lower inflation, the South African Reserve Bank took a measured step, lowering rates by 0.25%.
Egypt turns to foreign LNG suppliers to ease crisis
To stabilize its energy supply, Egypt is in talks with foreign companies to secure long-term LNG purchases, aiming to reduce exposure to fluctuating spot prices.
Nigeria launches Utapate crude, targets higher production
Utapate, Nigeria’s latest crude oil grade, offers a promising opportunity for the country to increase its oil production and revenue.
South African rand falls amid global market volatility
Global market volatility, triggered by Russia’s updated nuclear policy, led to a weakening of the South African rand
EU invests $96m in Cameroon’s infrastructure
Cameroon has secured a $96 million loan from the European Union to fund critical infrastructure projects.
Ghana limits pension investments
Ghana has imposed restrictions on private pension fund managers investing offshore to protect the local currency, the cedi, amid concerns about its weakening value.
Harmattan winds could disrupt Ivory Coast cocoa
Ivory Coast, the world’s top cocoa producer, is facing the threat of an early Harmattan season, which could harm cocoa pods and dry the soil, reducing bean yields.
Mali junta frees Resolute mining execs after payment
Resolute Mining’s CEO and two employees have been released after the company agreed to pay $160 million to the Malian junta to settle a tax dispute.
Boeing strike impacts Ethiopian Airlines’ growth plans
The airline is also navigating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and Africa, impacting its flight routes and operations.
Nigeria’s inflation soars to 33.9%, sparking protests
The inflation spike follows President Bola Tinubu’s decision to end a longstanding fuel subsidy and devalue the Naira twice
Orano faces financial strain at Niger plant amid rising Russian ties
Niger, a key global uranium producer, has seen an increasingly uncertain environment for foreign enterprises following a military coup last year
Nigeria’s oil output rises despite security, theft issues
Nigeria’s state oil company, NNPC, has successfully increased oil production to 1.8 million barrels per day, aiming to reach 2 million barrels per day by the end of the year.
Nigeria plans to raise $2.2B in debt to support economic reforms
Nigeria is set to raise $2.2 billion from international debt markets this year to fund ongoing economic reforms, after successfully issuing dollar bonds on its local market two months ago, according to the country’s finance minister. Wale Edun, who also serves as the economic coordinator, announced in Abuja on Thursday that the country intends to
Trump’s return raises fears, casting doubt on AGOA
African nations await clarity on AGOA’s future under Trump, fearing increased tariffs and lost profits.
Teraco secures $442M loan for expansion in South Africa
Samuel Erwin, Teraco’s CFO, highlighted the increasing global focus on energy supply due to advancements in generative AI
Senegal loses EU deal amid overfishing controversy
Senegal’s fishing industry is facing a major setback after the European Union announced it will not renew its fishing agreement with the West African nation.
Egypt calls for climate finance for green future
Egypt’s Prime Minister urges international support to achieve its 42% renewable energy target by 2030.
Ivory Coast limits cocoa exports due to disease and floods
Heavy rains and floods have damaged cocoa plantations in Ivory Coast, prompting the Coffee and Cocoa Council to cut export contract sales.
CAR pleads for diamond trade freedom at KP meeting
The Central African Republic is lobbying the Kimberley Process to fully lift a decade-long diamond trade embargo.
Ivory Coast’s cocoa beans mature well despite dry spell
Despite below-average rainfall, Ivory Coast’s cocoa farmers remain optimistic about the main crop.
IMF resolution for Senegal delayed until June due to audit
The IMF is now scrutinizing the findings before deciding on the next steps for the program.
