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World

October 8, 2025

Kenya launches sovereign wealth & infrastructure funds amid debt pressures

Kenya’s government has unveiled plans to establish two new funds—a sovereign wealth fund (SWF) and an infrastructure fund—designed to channel domestic resources into strategic sectors while reducing dependence on debt. President William

World

October 23, 2025

John Heche: Top Chadema Politician Arrested Ahead of Tanzania Election

Who is John Heche? John Heche is a key member of Tanzania’s main opposition party, Chama cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo (CHADEMA). He serves as the Vice-Chairman for Tanzania Mainland and previously represented

Business

January 9, 2026

Botswana Cuts Diamond Output 16% Amid Weak Global Demand

Botswana, the world’s leading diamond producer, will cut its 2025 diamond production by 16%. This significant reduction responds to plummeting global demand and the rising market share of lab-grown alternatives. For a nation

South African rand unemployment data impact

The South African rand unemployment data release is influencing early currency trading as markets anticipate fourth quarter labor market figures. Consequently, the rand traded at 16.0375 against the dollar at 0606 GMT,

February 17, 2026

Finance·Future of Money

Vodacom Tanzania quarterly results show growth

The Vodacom Tanzania quarterly results demonstrate robust service revenue expansion alongside strategic infrastructure investments. Consequently, the company reported a 19.8% year-on-year increase in service revenue to TZS 477.5 billion for the period

February 17, 2026

Business·Media & Telecom

Africa plant genetic diversity loss crisis

Africa plant genetic diversity loss now threatens the continent’s food security, nutrition, and livelihoods according to a new United Nations report. Consequently, crops, their varieties, wild relatives, and other edible plants are

February 17, 2026

Business

Liberia Iron Ore Output to Triple to 30 Million Tons

Liberia expects iron ore output to triple to around 30 million metric tons this year, the country’s mines minister has told Reuters. The dramatic increase will come from ArcelorMittal Liberia’s planned ramp-up

February 16, 2026

Business

Morocco Flood Victims Return Home as Waters Recede

Moroccan authorities have begun organizing the gradual return of residents to the city of Ksar El Kebir and other flood-hit northwestern areas. Weather conditions have improved significantly, allowing the repatriation effort to

February 16, 2026

Politics

Saudi-UAE Rivalry Overshadows African Union Summit

The annual African Union summit opening this weekend in Addis Ababa faces an unusual challenge. A deepening feud between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates across the Horn of Africa now

February 16, 2026

Politics

Mobile Banking Leads the Charge in Africa’s Digital Finance Revolution

Mobile banking has rapidly become the central pillar of financial services across Africa, according to the latest report from the Africa Digital Banking Experience Series, a joint publication by African Banker and

February 15, 2026

Finance

Nigeria Set to Host the Landmark Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) 2027: A Game-Changer for West Africa’s Economy

Nigeria has officially been chosen as the host for the fifth edition of the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF), which is set to take place in 2027. The announcement, made during the opening

February 15, 2026

Business

Ruto’s Bold Move: Kenya Pipeline IPO Signals Major Shift in Privatization Strategy

In one of the most daring moves in Kenya’s economic reform efforts, the government has embarked on the privatization of the Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC). This initiative, part of a broader strategy

February 15, 2026

Business

MTN Global Leadership Gathering 2026 celebrates strategic excellence

To start with, the MTN Global Leadership Gathering 2026 concluded with a gala dinner in early February. This high-level event celebrated excellence and unity across the company’s massive pan-African footprint. During the

February 10, 2026

Finance·Media & Telecom