China’s zero-tariff trade with Africa begins as Biden visits Angola

China has invested heavily in the continent through its Belt and Road Initiative, though it scaled back lending in 2019 due to mounting debt defaults from countries like Zambia

China’s tariff policy for poor Africa starts as Biden tours Angola

The new zero-tariff policy for African LDCs begins amid President Biden’s visit to Angola, with China seeking to strengthen trade ties and expand its influence across the continent.

Egypt to privatize military firms for economic recovery

The move is aimed at attracting investment and boosting the country’s struggling economy.

Libya’s oil production reaches 1.4 million barrels daily

Libya’s National Oil Corporation will offer new exploration opportunities by year-end while maintaining oil output of 1.4 million barrels daily.

Cameroon to cut fuel subsidies, raising prices

The move is in line with IMF recommendations but may negatively impact consumers.  

Drought concerns for Ivory Coast cocoa harvest

Ivory Coast’s cocoa crop is facing potential challenges due to insufficient rainfall and the impending Harmattan winds.

North Africa’s first futures market launches in Morocco

The move is expected to enhance risk management tools, attract new investors, and strengthen the country’s capital market.

Ghana’s economic crisis looms over elections

Economic hardship and debt crisis dominate discussions as Ghana heads to elections in December.

Data shows Egypt’s foreign assets fell again in October

Egypt’s net foreign assets fell by $1.12 billion in October, reversing September’s gain, with liabilities rising at both central and commercial banks.

Trump warns BRICS of 100% tariff over dollar shift

‘Say goodbye to selling into the wonderful US Economy’ if dollar replaced; President-elect Donald Trump warns BRICS

Record-breaking Black Friday online spending: $10.8 Billion

US shoppers spent a record $10.8 billion online on Black Friday, marking a 10.2% increase from the previous year.

Russia partially lifts gasoline export ban for producers

The move aims to stabilize the domestic fuel market, support refineries, and curb unauthorized exports

South Africa assumes G20 presidency amid polarisation challenges

This development follows the African Union’s recent entry as a permanent G20 member

IMF, Ethiopia agree on second review of $3.4B programme

Ethiopia secured the programme in July after floating its birr currency, a key IMF recommendation

South Africa’s MTN unveils budget-friendly 5G smartphone

MTN South Africa has launched an affordable 5G smartphone, the MTN Icon 5G, priced at 2,499 rand ($138), to make 5G technology more accessible to South Africans.

Morocco plans to legalize cryptocurrencies

Unlike decentralized cryptocurrencies, CBDCs are directly controlled by central banks

Ghana turns trash into treasure in fashion revolution

Local designers are transforming discarded garments into innovative and sustainable fashion pieces.

Congo’s LNG output to double with new FLNG

Eni is constructing a second FLNG facility in China to enhance Congo’s LNG production capacity to 3 million tonnes per annum.

Adani: Kenya deal axed, no business impact

Adani also denied involvement in a separate $2 billion plan to upgrade Kenya’s main airport

Ugandan president launches $3B railway project

Standard Gauge railway will be built by Turkish company Yapi Merkezi

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%.

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