Kenya is nearing a $1.5 billion loan agreement with the UAE to help address its growing budget deficit, as delays in IMF funding exacerbate the country’s fiscal challenges.
Economy
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Somalia has accused Ethiopia of smuggling weapons into the country, escalating tensions between the two nations amid fears that arms could fall into the hands of Islamist militants.
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Tanzanian police briefly arrested opposition leaders, including Freeman Mbowe and Tundu Lissu, to prevent protests against alleged killings and abductions. Rights groups accuse the government of targeting critics ahead of …
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Egypt is moving forward with plans to sell a majority stake in United Bank by March 2024, attracting foreign investors in a bid to stabilize its economy.
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Explore the top five emerging tech hubs in Africa for 2024, including Kigali, Lagos, Nairobi, Cape Town, and Addis Ababa, driving innovation in fintech, AI, and social entrepreneurship.
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From Nairobi to Accra, five African cities are leading smart urban development by adopting technologies that address traffic, waste, and energy issues
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The Africa CDC has raised alarm over the uncontrolled mpox outbreak in Africa, with cases surging and deaths rising. Several countries, including Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, are …
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Nigeria is on high alert for potential flooding in 11 states after Cameroon began releasing water from the Lagdo dam. Federal and state authorities have been urged to take precautionary …
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Standard Bank has expanded its offshore banking services to small and mid-sized African businesses through its Mauritius branch, providing new opportunities for companies facing economic challenges across the continent.
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Gender-based violence in Africa continues to rise, worsened by COVID-19 lockdowns and weak legal systems. Millions of women and girls are left vulnerable without strong reforms.