On Zimbabwe’s Independence Day, President Mnangagwa linked civil servant salary reviews to economic recovery, leaving many in continued financial uncertainty.
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Economy
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South Africa’s Finance Minister rules out using contingency reserves to bailout struggling state firms Eskom and Transnet, focusing instead on national debt reduction.
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Nigeria secures a crucial gas supply deal with Shell for the upcoming $3.8 billion Brass methanol project, aiming to enhance its energy sector and economic growth.
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Zimbabwe commits to economic stability by ensuring new ZiG currency notes are only printed when backed by sufficient gold and foreign currency reserves.
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As cocoa prices hit $10,000 per ton, West African farmers are rapidly switching crops to capitalize on the global chocolate crisis, affecting prices worldwide.
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Zambia is on a quest for $900 million in financing as the country grapples with the looming specter of drought, expected to slash economic growth in half. The dire situation …
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The South African rand extends its losses as risk sentiment deteriorates, reflecting broader concerns in global markets. Investors exhibit caution amidst geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty, exerting downward pressure on …
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Nigerian families face hardship as food prices surge, putting strain on budgets and affecting daily meals. Economic interventions fall short.
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Chad’s interim president, Mahamat Idriss Deby, launched his presidential campaign on Sunday, promising to strengthen security and revive the economy as the country prepares for an election next month. The …
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CAIRO/PORT SUDAN – One year into a brutal conflict, Sudan grapples with the devastating consequences of war. The fighting between the Sudanese military and paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has …