Budget crisis forces Congo to limit official travels
Brazzaville has suspended state-funded travel for government officials and other state agents to reduce costs amid a budget crisis.
Kenya in talks with UAE for $1.5B loan, amid IMF concerns
The East African nation is exploring alternative financing sources after domestic unrest led to the suspension of tax hikes and delays in disbursements from the IMF
Nigeria: Renaissance Group unqualified for Shell’s assets
Shell’s exit from Nigeria’s onshore operations has hit a roadblock as the regulator has rejected its proposed sale to Renaissance Group.
Eramet lowers production for Gabon mines significantly
Eramet’s strategic decision to reduce production at its key mines reflects the current challenges facing the global mineral industry.
IMF: Global debt to top $100 trillion
The IMF is calling for more aggressive fiscal tightening to stabilize debt levels
Senegal unveils decades long economic development plan
Senegal’s government has launched a 25-year development plan aimed at achieving economic sovereignty through diversification.
World Bank cuts Sub-Saharan growth forecast amid Sudan crisis
Despite Sudan crisis, growth is expected to remain above last year’s levels, supported by increased private consumption and investment.
Turkish firm wins Uganda’s railway contract
Turkish construction firm, Yapi Merkezi, has won the contract to build Uganda’s 272-kilometer standard gauge railway.
Congo cancels licensing round for 27 oil blocks due to irregularities
Congo, a major producer of copper, cobalt, and diamonds, has long sought to expand its oil sector, though the process has been fraught with controversy
Senegal unveils plan to break free from foreign dependency
Senegal’s government, led by Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, is launching a plan to end foreign dependency and debt by investing in local resources and human capital.
IMF eases debt for 8 countries, cuts borrowing costs
The IMF has approved reforms that will significantly reduce borrowing costs for its members, providing much-needed relief to struggling economies.
Nigeria boosts gas exports with fertilizer plant agreement
The joint venture involving Shell, TotalEnergies, and Eni will deliver gas to Nigeria’s Brass fertilizer plant, which is expected to cut fertilizer imports by 30%.
Aluminium prices soar amid Guinea supply disruptions
The disruption has tightened the global market for the key aluminium ingredient, driving prices higher.
West to cushion impact of coal phase-out in South Africa
European nations are trying to persuade South African coal workers that switching to renewable energy won’t lead to job losses, but the workers remain skeptical.
Algeria’s wheat imports hit by French exclusion
Algeria has banned French wheat imports in a recent tender, citing diplomatic tensions with France over the Western Sahara dispute.
Two prosecutors face jail for omitting evidence in Eni Nigeria trial
A high-profile Eni corruption trial took a surprising turn as two Milan prosecutors were convicted for failing to file documents that could have helped the defense.
Equinor continues to pursue $42b Tanzania LNG venture
Equinor remains dedicated to $42 billion LNG project despite delays in Tanzania due to government changes to financial agreements.
Kenya’s central bank cuts benchmark lending rate
In a bid to support economic recovery, Kenya’s central bank has cut its benchmark lending rate to 12.00%.
Canadian miner relieved as Burkina Faso maintains permits
A recent announcement from Burkina Faso’s government has brought relief to Canadian mining company Fortuna Mining, as the country has decided to maintain their existing mining permits.
Nigeria set to sell crude oil in local currency
Africa’s oil and gas-rich country’s announcement comes after several nations began selling oil and gas in local currencies following outbreak of Russia-Ukraine conflict in February 2022
African entrepreneurs power rural homes with solar
African solar companies are transforming lives by providing electricity to rural communities in Central and West Africa.
EU court orders Morocco to label products from Western Sahara
This ruling comes after the court found that Morocco’s trade deals with the EU violated the right of the Sahrawi people to self-determination.
IMF releases $360m for Ghana after debt restructuring
Ghana’s economic recovery is gaining momentum as the IMF approves the third review of its $3 billion loan program.
Gilead’s HIV prevention drug gets a boost from licensing deals
Gilead has announced licensing deals to expand access to its HIV prevention drug, lenacapavir, in lower-income countries.