The 2025 budget prioritizes security, infrastructure, and measures to alleviate the cost-of-living crisis.
Tinubu budget targets Nigerian security, infrastructure, inflation Read More »
South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir has fired the head of the military, the police chief, and the central bank governor, amid ongoing political and economic instability.
Major shake-up in South Sudan government Read More »
Despite lower inflation, the South African Reserve Bank took a measured step, lowering rates by 0.25%.
South Africa cuts rates despite mixed data Read More »
Olayemi Cardoso, the head of Nigeria’s central bank, has assured investors that the bank is taking steps to stabilize the currency and improve access to foreign exchange.
Central bank chief pledges to tackle Nigeria’s inflation Read More »
Lesetja Kganyago, the governor of South Africa’s central bank, advocates for reducing the inflation target.
Central bank chief calls for lower South Africa inflation target Read More »
In a bid to support economic recovery, Kenya’s central bank has cut its benchmark lending rate to 12.00%.
Kenya’s central bank cuts benchmark lending rate Read More »
Uganda’s foreign exchange reserves have shrunk to a three-month import cover, raising concerns about debt sustainability.
Uganda’s economy faces rising debt risks Read More »
The National Oil Corporation has declared force majeure on several oilfields and ports.
Libya’s oil exports plummet amid political crisis Read More »
The Central Bank of West African States (BCEAO) kept its main lending rate unchanged at 3.5% and maintained its inflation forecast for the region at 3.7% for 2024.
West African central bank holds interest rates steady Read More »
The UN is mediating talks between Libyan factions to resolve a central bank crisis that has halted oil production and threatened stability.
Libya’s oil output at stake as UN mediates central bank dispute Read More »
