Economy

Cocoa farmers in Ivory Coast and Ghana face growing challenges from climate, economic, and trade pressures, impacting global cocoa supply and prices.

KEY POINTS Declining reserves and aging infrastructure: Angola’s oil production dropped from 1.9 million bpd in 2015 to 1.4 million bpd in 2022; urgent upgrades are needed. Opportunities in Offshore …

Botswana’s election today tests President Masisi’s leadership as economic troubles from a declining diamond market weigh heavily on the campaign, with opposition challenging the Botswana Democratic Party’s record on growth …

IFC and Nigeria’s central bank team up to expand naira-based financing, cutting forex risk and empowering local businesses in key sectors

Sudan faces escalating violence and ethnic conflict, with UN urging alternative approaches to protect civilians as peacekeeping remains unfeasible.

KEY POINTS Egyptian Finance Minister Ahmed Kouchouk emphasizes optimism for productive talks with the IMF during upcoming consultations on economic reforms. Kouchouk engages with global finance leaders at G20 and …

Seventeen Nigerian women trafficked to Ghana have been rescued and returned safely, as NiDCOM collaborates with Ghanaian authorities to combat human trafficking.

Angola’s finance minister, Vera Daves de Sousa, announced concerns over the economic impact of potentially lower oil prices, noting the country’s reliance on crude revenue and ongoing phase-out of fuel …

Somalia’s security camera initiative to combat al Shabaab is raising concerns as business owners face militant reprisals for participating in the government-led effort.

Frelimo’s Daniel Chapo wins Mozambique’s contested election as opposition leader Venancio Mondlane claims fraud, leading to unrest and nationwide protests.