African economy news and analysis: GDP, inflation, interest rates, currencies, trade and the policies driving growth across the continent.
The Brazilian Ambassador to Ethiopia, Mr. Jamdyr Ferreira Santos, has praised the New Development Bank (NDB) as a strong and fair alternative to traditional global lenders. He said the bank …
The World Bank has approved a new project to support Kenya’s efforts in fighting poverty and improving lives through social protection. The Second Kenya Social and Economic Inclusion Project (KSEIP2) …
The Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) has held a strategic meeting with key stakeholders to drive the adoption of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered boats and other clean energy solutions in …
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has completed a historic visit to Lagos, Nigeria, aimed at deepening ties between the United Kingdom and Nigeria through strengthened collaboration in technology, fintech, …
The World Health Organization (WHO) has donated medical equipment worth over TZS 112 million (approximately $44,000) to support Tanzania’s recovery from the recent Marburg Virus Disease (MVD) outbreak. The donation …
The Federal Government has announced that Nigeria will host its first-ever International Air Show in December 2025. The event, which is scheduled to take place in Abuja, is expected to …
President John Dramani Mahama has assured Ghanaian cocoa farmers that they will receive at least 70 percent of the world market price for their cocoa beans starting from the next …
Rand Merchant Bank (RMB), the African Corporate and Investment Bank, has received global recognition for its outstanding performance in transactional banking and cash management services across Africa. The bank announced …
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has announced a significant expansion of the national health insurance scheme to cover critical health conditions, including support for people living with HIV (PLHIV) …
The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has ordered the shutdown of ShellPlux and TMDK Terminals located in the Ijegun-Egba area of Lagos State. The closure was carried out …
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