US oil drop lifts prices, tightens market
Oil prices rise on positive US inventory data indicating tightening markets and strong demand ahead of the summer driving season.
Nigeria’s Central Bank sells $15.83M to exchange bureaus
The central bank distributed $10,000 each to 1,583 currency exchange operators at a rate of 1,021 naira per dollar
World Bank cites human rights, Tanzania loses tourism funding
The World Bank suspended funding for a Tanzanian tourism project due to allegations of forced evictions and rights abuses against communities near a national park.
Egypt gets IMF loan boost, commits to reforms
Despite approving a loan increase, the IMF expresses concerns about Egypt’s central bank lending and calls for stricter public spending controls.
Nigeria steps up efforts to ease dollar shortage via bureaus
To address dollar shortages, Nigeria’s central bank is selling dollars to exchange bureaus at a more favorable rate.
Morocco soars as farms to jets in economic shift
Morocco seeks to become an aviation hub, leveraging its affordable workforce to attract manufacturers like Boeing and Airbus while aiming to expand its domestic airline industry.
Ghana finance minister anticipates draft MoU from creditors
Ghana Finance Minister anticipates a draft MoU from creditors for $5.4B loan restructuring, a crucial step in the country’s quest for debt relief.
Stability forecasted for Angola’s Kwanza amid CB’s caution
Angola’s Central Bank anticipates relative stability for the kwanza despite fuel price challenges, with Governor Manuel Tiago Dias warning of inflation impact from subsidy changes.
Ugandan businesses reopen after four-day tax protest
The strike, initiated by the Federation of Uganda Traders Association on Tuesday in Kampala, quickly spread to various parts of the country
Nigeria plans purchase of 24 fighter jets from Italy
Nigeria’s air force plans acquisition of 24 fighter jets from Leonardo for fleet modernization. Leonardo to supply first six jets by end of the year.
IMF draws attention to Yemen, Sudan suffering
Kristalina Georgieva of the IMF spotlights the suffering in Yemen and Sudan amidst overshadowing global wars, stressing IMF support for all members.
Doctors’ strike: Kenyan court orders immediate resolution talks
Court demands urgent resolution to Kenyan doctors’ nationwide strike within 48 hours. Impasse over pay and working conditions disrupts healthcare services.
Ghana receives $360m IMF aid tranche to address crisis
Ghana secures $360M IMF aid tranche to tackle economic challenges and promote inclusive growth.
Zimbabwe’s gold-backed currency faces rocky debut
Banks faced technical difficulties, old banknotes lost value overnight, and many businesses continued using US dollars.
Zimbabwe’s introduction of new currency plagued by chaos
Numerous establishments, including stores and street vendors, opted to transact solely in US dollars due to a scarcity of coins
Ivory Coast secures $574 million IMF loan
Ivory Coast secures a $574 million loan from the IMF to support economic reforms and a new climate action plan.
Ghana set to raise cocoa farmgate price significantly
In a response to both high global cocoa prices and competition with Ivory Coast, Ghana raises cocoa farmgate prices.
Caledonia in talks with African banks for Zimbabwe mine funding
The company is in discussions with African development banks as potential lenders for the $250 million project.
Senegal to conduct audit of resource sectors, reassure investors
New president, Faye, announces an audit to ensure transparency and responsible resource management.
Nigeria to cut electricity subsidy for wealthier consumers
Nigeria’s economic reforms continue with a planned reduction in electricity subsidies.
Africa’s biggest refinery starts pumping fuel in Nigeria
Nigeria’s dream of energy independence inches closer to reality with Dangote’s massive oil refinery starting fuel deliveries.
Gold breaks records despite conflicting market forces
The gold market is experiencing an unprecedented surge, breaking records for a third consecutive day.
Kenyan doctors strike enters third week, talks remain stalled
Kenyan doctors on strike since March 15 demand better pay, hiring of trainee doctors, and improved working conditions.
One-year ban for China road firm in Uganda
The African Development Bank banned a Chinese road builder for a year due to undisclosed commission agent use in bidding for a Ugandan road project.
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