April 05
Mauritius: Public-Private Joint Committee - Minister Padayachy Stresses the Need to Continue to Boost Economic Growth
Government of Mauritius
While Mauritius continues to witness improvements in its economic growth rate, there is a need to keep striving to enhance the economic outlook of the country. Economic, social and… Read more »
Tanzania: Tanzania to Throw Weight Behind Natural Gas Use
Daily News
THE government has assured the public that it is taking affirmative action to ensure the country's natural gas benefits Tanzanians and contributes significantly to the nation's… Read more »
Tanzania: Tanzania Commits to Reviving Dormant Industries
Daily News
THE government has expressed its determination to revive all dormant industries available in all regions across the country. Read more »
April 04
Uganda: Govt Imposes Hefty Fine for Vandalism On Entebbe Expressway
Nile Post
In a bid to combat road vandalism and ensure the preservation of taxpayer funds, the government has implemented a significant penalty for offenders damaging the Entebbe Expressway. Read more »
Uganda: Petroleum Authority Says Negative Propaganda Hurts Uganda's Oil Sector
Nile Post
The Petroleum Authority of Uganda has decried continued false propaganda on oil and gas sector that they said is making it hard to attract investors. Read more »
Ethiopia: Securitizing the Ethiopia-Sudan Border - How Cross-Border Conflict Is Shaping Trade and the Control of Land [analysis]
Chatham House
Long-running border disputes between Ethiopia and Sudan are intersecting with other internal conflicts, bringing greater militarization and economic instability. Read more »
Sudan: The 'Conflict Economy' of Sesame in Ethiopia and Sudan [analysis]
Chatham House
How the sector has become entangled in local and transnational conflict, and how policymakers need to respond Read more »
Kenya: MPs Want Answers From Linturi in Raging Fake Fertilizer Scandal, Summons Issued
Capital FM
NAIROBI, Kenya - Members of the National Assembly are intensifying efforts to uncover the truth behind the fake fertilizer scandal by summoning high-ranking officials from the… Read more »
Eritrea: Assessment Meeting On Desert Locust Control Efforts
Shabait
The Ministry of Agriculture hosted an assessment meeting on 2 April in Massawa, focusing on the endeavors made to manage the desert locust infestation in the Northern and Southern… Read more »
Uganda: Lack of Standards Hindering SMEs From Tapping Into Continental Free Trade Area
Nile Post
Ugandan medium- and small-sixed enterprises (SMEs) have been urged to embark on quality standards and enough production to get into the African Continent Free Trade Area (AFCFTA). Read more »
Kenya: Kenya's Private Sector Activities Drops in March
Capital FM
Private sector activities in Kenya dropped slightly in the month of March, attributed to a drop in new orders and output. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Eyes Share of $171.8 Billion Global Superfoods Market Through Co-Operative Movement - CS Chelugui
Capital FM
The government has confirmed plans to use the local co-operatives network to position Kenya as a leading superfood producer and exporter. Read more »
Rwanda: Ecobank Registers Rwf7.6 Billion Net Profit in 2023
New Times
Ecobank Rwanda recorded Rwf7.6 billion net profit in 2023, representing a 240 percent increase from Rwf2.2 billion recorded in 2022. Read more »
Africa: President Ruto Urges African Investors to Take Advantage of AfCFTA
Capital FM
President William Ruto has appealed to African investors and businesspeople to take advantage of the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement. Read more »
Uganda: NCBA Monthly Mug Challenge Set for Namulonge
Independent (Kampala)
NCBA Bank will sponsor the Monthly Mug challenge at the MaryLouise Simkins Memorial Golf Club in Namulonge. The NCBA Monthly Mug tournament is scheduled to take place on April 27,… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopian Securities Exchange Garners Over 1.5 Billion Birr, Exceeding Capital-Raising Target
ENA
The Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX) announced that it has raised 1.51 billion Birr capital, exceeding "expectations in terms of capital and confidence shown by investors in the… Read more »
April 03
Madagascar: Madagascar Villagers Sue Rio Tinto Over Lead Poisoning
Leigh Day - Lawyers Against Injustice
Rural villagers living near mine in Madagascar take legal action against mining giant Rio Tinto after tests show dangerous levels of lead in their bodies Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Airways Favours Major Airline for $1 Billion Stake Deal
Business Day Africa
Kenya Airways is leaning towards favouring a major airline considering acquiring a stake in the Nairobi-based carrier, which could inject at least $1 billion into the company,… Read more »
Kenya: Kajiado County Banks On Multipurpose Cooperatives to Diversify Income
Business Day Africa
Kajiado County, historically reliant on livestock as its primary economic driver in its predominantly arid environment, is experiencing a notable transformation. Read more »
Ethiopia: Energizing Ethiopia - New World Bank Program Expands Access to Electricity [press release]
World Bank
A new World Bank program is set to strengthen and expand the electricity network, improve sector financial viability, and enable renewable energy generation through private sector… Read more »
Somalia: Turkey and Ethiopia Have Had Close Ties for Many Years - Somalia Maritime Deals May Shift the Dynamics [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Ethiopia and Turkey, which have had cordial ties since the early 20th century, have drawn even closer in recent years as both battle criticism from the west over domestic policies.… Read more »
Seychelles: The Netherlands and Seychelles to Work Closely On Fighting Cryptocurrency Crimes
Seychelles News Agency
The Netherlands and Seychelles will work closely on fighting cryptocurrency crimes and a mission from the northwestern European country is expected in the island nation this year,… Read more »
April 02
Kenya: 10 Dead in Multiple Accident On Mombasa-Nairobi Highway
Capital FM
Ten people, including a 2-year-old toddler, lost their lives following a multi-vehicle collision on Monday night on Mombasa highway. Read more »
Uganda: To Revive Economy, State Needs to Tame Its Greed & Not Prey On Taxpayers! [editorial]
Observer
The current state of the Ugandan economy is cause for concern. With traders threatening to go on strike on April 8, 2024, and a significant decline in the number of large… Read more »
Tanzania: Dart, Abu Dhabi Company Close in On Rapid Transport Deal
Daily News
The Dar es Salaam Rapid Transport Agency (DART) has said negotiations are at an advanced stage with an Abu Dhabi-based private company, Emirates National Group (ENG), which is… Read more »