African economy news and analysis: GDP, inflation, interest rates, currencies, trade and the policies driving growth across the continent.
Cameroon’s domestic public debt has now reached CFA3,814.4 billion, excluding arrears and floating debt, according to a new report released by the Autonomous Sinking Fund (CAA). This figure, which equals …
Ethiopia has taken a major diplomatic step by officially resuming full diplomatic relations with Somalia after months of serious tension between the two neighbouring countries. On Tuesday, Ethiopia’s newly appointed …
President of Brazil, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, has said his country will not fold its hands while the United States imposes what he called unfair tariffs on Brazilian goods. …
In a strong warning to investors, the Chief Executive Officer of deVere Group, Mr Nigel Green, has advised global investors, especially those heavily invested in the United States, to urgently …
The Zambian government has officially extended the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Extended Credit Facility (ECF) programme by one more year. This move is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the …
GCB Bank, Ghana’s biggest indigenous financial institution, has received two major honours at the 2025 Project Management Excellence Awards. The bank was recognised for its outstanding work in rolling out …
A respected Ghanaian economist, Mr. Appiah Kusi Adomako, has thrown his weight behind Communications Minister Sam George’s demand for a reduction in DSTV subscription prices, calling out MultiChoice Ghana for …
FDH Bank Plc has taken a bold step in its ambition to become a key player in Africa’s financial sector by announcing the acquisition of a controlling 98.87% stake in …
In today’s digital age where everything happens fast, from breaking news to changing fashion, one shocking trend has caught global attention — the rise in overconsumption and fast fashion. According …
Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has seen his personal fortune grow to $29.3 billion as of August 5, 2025, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. This latest ranking places him …
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