Burkina Faso recorded average annual economic growth of 4.8% between 2016 and 2025 despite security, climate and financing challenges. The government mobilized CFA3.31 trillion ($5.75 billion) in ...

Senelec listed CFA108 billion ($187 million) of sustainability-linked bonds on the Luxembourg Stock Exchange, marking its first international bond listing. The utility will allocate 52.5% of the ...

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has provided a new €20 million ($22.7 million) credit facility to Bridge Bank Group Côte d'Ivoire, taking its total financing for the bank to more than $100 ...

Sama Resources has launched a new exploration phase to support the large-scale development of the Samapleu-Grata nickel project in Côte d'Ivoire. The company plans 3,000 metres of additional drilling ...

Nigeria is seeking support from the French Development Agency (AFD) to implement its national ranching policy and modernize its livestock sector. The reform aims to replace open grazing with modern ...

Côte d'Ivoire and France have introduced a dual degree program in food science and biotechnology. The initiative aims to better align technical education with labor market needs. Its broader impact ...

The IIF says Senegal’s core problem has shifted from the deficit to refinancing its debt, with about $4 billion in external repayments due by 2032 An IMF program would rebuild confidence and unlock ...

South Africa’s top appeals court has rejected FirstRand’s challenge to FAB’s trademarks, ending a near ten-year dispute and clearing the way for a license bid The Gulf’s largest bank, with about $381 ...

Eni warns oil prices could top $100 a barrel if the Middle East conflict escalates. The company says Africa offers a long-term alternative to vulnerable shipping routes. U.S. energy forecasts remain ...

Ethiopia has reopened King Tekle Haymanot Airport, restoring commercial flights after nearly 30 years The upgraded airport can now handle larger passenger and cargo aircraft, supporting trade and ...

MeTL Group plans to open a 50,000-ton-a-year graphite processing plant in Tanzania by next year The company aims to invest $250 million in battery-grade graphite production Dewji says Africa should ...

Public transport operators in Greater Abidjan must meet administrative requirements starting August 1. The campaign targets informal operators as part of a broader sector reform. Authorities aim to ...