Nigeria earns 24 trillion naira from crude oil exports in H1 2026
High global crude oil prices increased export revenues for Nigeria despite local refinery concerns.
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DR Congo bans dollar cash transactions in new policy
Policy aims to curb money laundering and reduce reliance on US dollar, which dominates most everyday transactions across DR Congo.
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Sudan’s pound collapses as citizens turn to dollars: report
Sudan’s currency has collapsed, forcing citizens and businesses to rely on foreign money as the local pound loses its role in daily trade.
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Nigeria’s central bank sells $200 million to stabilize the naira
To counteract the economic effects of Trump’s tariffs, Nigeria’s central bank sold US$197.71 million to defend the naira currency.
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Ethiopia takes step towards financial liberalization
Ethiopia is undergoing a financial transformation as the central bank starts licensing independent foreign exchange bureaus.
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Ethiopia’s birr weakens to 107.9 per dollar
As part of efforts to manage high inflation and foreign currency shortages, Ethiopia’s central bank held an auction, setting the exchange rate at 107.9 birr per U.S. dollar with participation from 27 banks.
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Nigeria approves naira crude sales to Dangote refinery
The move is expected to reduce the country’s reliance on foreign currency for oil imports and stabilize fuel prices.
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Ethiopia eases foreign exchange curbs to attract bailout
The move aims to attract a $10.5 billion bailout package from international lenders to address the country’s economic crisis, including high debt, inflation, and foreign currency shortages.
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UAE, Ethiopia sign deal to boost trade and investment
Ethiopia signs a currency swap agreement with the UAE, allowing for exchange of local currencies and promoting trade and investment.
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