BRICS nations Russia, India, and China urged to lead Africa’s infrastructure renewal
South Africa has proposed involving BRICS nations Russia, India, and China in the large-scale renewal of Africa’s infrastructure to create a continental transport hub, a senior business leader said. Elias…
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Heat and Dust Are Cutting Solar Power Output Across Sub-Saharan Africa, Study Finds
Solar power systems across Sub-Saharan Africa are suffering significant efficiency losses due to extreme heat, heavy dust accumulation and weak…
Beyond the Chatbot: Backbase Report Charts Africa’s AI-Driven Financial Revolution
In the bustling fintech hubs of Nairobi and the hushed boardrooms of Casablanca, a new reality is setting in. For…
South Africa Faces Export Pressure as U.S. Considers New Tariff Regime
South Africa’s export sectors may face renewed strain if the United States implements broad import tariffs on African goods next…
African Energy Week 2025 opens in Cape Town
African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies 2025 has opened in Cape Town, bringing together industry experts and officials…
Brazil and South Africa sign new agreement in agriculture to boost food security
Brazil and South Africa have signed a Memorandum of Intent that marks a new stage in bilateral agricultural cooperation, with…
Casablanca to host 5th Africa Financial Summit in November
Casablanca will host the fifth edition of the Africa Financial Summit (AFIS) on November 3 and 4, an event that…
Ethiopia, WTO Hold Talks on Accession Progress
Ethiopia has reiterated its commitment to advancing accession into the World Trade Organization (WTO), with officials signaling renewed momentum in…
PM Abiy Visits $110m Toyo Solar Plant in Hawassa Special Economic Zone
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has paid a visit to Toyo Solar in the Hawassa Special Economic Zone (SEZ), where he…
US Firm to Enrich Uranium at South Africa’s Pelindaba Nuclear Facility
An American isotope company listed on Nasdaq, Isotope Technologies USA (ISP), has announced plans to begin uranium enrichment operations at…
Ethiopian Airlines, AfDB Sign $10bn Bishoftu Mega-Airport Deal to Boost Africa’s Aviation Hub Ambitions
Ethiopian Airlines and the African Development Bank (AfDB) have signed a landmark $10 billion financing agreement to build a state-of-the-art…
Niger Seizes Australian-Run Gold Mine Over Investment Breaches
In a decisive move to consolidate national control over strategic resources, Niger’s military-led government has announced the nationalization of Société…
Nigeria: Oil Executive Linked to Opposition Leader Sparks Concern in Tinubu’s Inner Circle
A high-profile oil executive with close family ties to Nigeria’s leading opposition figure is causing unease within President Bola Tinubu’s…
