June 11
East Africa: Why a Strong Ethiopia Matters to the Future of the Horn of Africa? [editorial]
ENA
There are moments in the life of nations when numbers tell a story far greater than economics. They become symbols of confidence, ambition, and national direction. Read more »
Africa: Fossil Fuel Wealth Fails to Deliver Development in Africa - Report
IPS
A new report examining the economic impact of oil and gas production in Africa has found that fossil fuels have failed to deliver sustained or inclusive economic development,… Read more »
Kenya: Mining PS Moves to Shield Oversight Roles in Sovereign Wealth Fund Bill
Capital FM
The State Department for Mining is seeking to overhaul Kenya's mineral revenue framework through proposed amendments to the Sovereign Wealth Fund Bill, 2026. Read more »
Kenya: No Surprises in Sh4.8 Trillion Budget - Mbadi
Capital FM
The National Treasury has moved to calm expectations ahead of the Sh4.84 trillion 2026/2027 national budget, with Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi saying there are "no… Read more »
East Africa: EAC Ministry Urges Tax Alignment to Prevent Trade Disputes
Capital FM
East African Community Affairs Principal Secretary Caroline Karugu has called on the National Assembly to expedite the amendment of national tax laws to align with community… Read more »
Nigeria: NCAA Begins Probe As Private Jet 'Misses Road', Lands On Highway in Delta
Leadership
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), on Wednesday, grounded a privately operated aircraft and suspended the operator's permit following an emergency landing on a highway… Read more »
Kenya: What to Expect in CS Mbadi's 2026/27 Budget Readout
Capital FM
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi is set to present the 2026/27 Budget to Parliament today, outlining the government's spending priorities, revenue plans and borrowing strategy… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria's AfCFTA Strategy - Ambition, Progress and Challenge of Delivery [opinion]
Vanguard
In my last article, I wrote about Biashara Afrika, the premier continental business forum that brings together African heads of state, ministers, policy makers, SMEs, investors,… Read more »
Kenya: Debt Burden Exposes Shilling to Exchange Rate Risks, Warns COB
Capital FM
Kenya's growing debt servicing burden is increasing the country's exposure to exchange rate fluctuations, with the government spending more than Sh1.35 trillion on debt repayments… Read more »
Kenya: CS Mbadi to Present 2026/27 Budget Amid Rising Cost of Living Concerns
Capital FM
The highly anticipated budget statement is expected to outline how the government plans to finance key sectors including education, healthcare, infrastructure, agriculture and… Read more »
Kenya: Opposition Unveils 'People's Budget', Accuses Ruto Govt of Economic Mismanagement
Capital FM
Kenya's opposition coalition under the United Alternative Government banner has sharply criticised President William Ruto's administration ahead of the presentation of the… Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Meets Business Leaders Ahead of Finland-Kenya Business Forum in Helsinki
Capital FM
cial media platforms, President Ruto said the delegation accompanying him to Finland comprises key players in Kenya's technology, connectivity, data infrastructure, financial… Read more »
Tanzania: Tanzania's Income Per Person Soars By 7.4 Percent Amid Growth in Productive Activities
Daily News
TANZANIA'S average income per person increased by 7.4 percent in 2025, reflecting continued economic growth and expanding productive activities across the country, the government… Read more »
Tanzania: Tanzania Economy Hits U.S.$91.81bn As Growth Climbs to 5.9pc
Daily News
TANZANIA'S economy surged to US$91.81bn in 2025, reflecting stronger macroeconomic performance as real gross domestic product growth increased to 5.9 percent, up from 5.6 percent… Read more »
Tanzania: Govt Boosts Job Creation As Unemployment Falls to 6.2pc On Investment Surge
Daily News
THE government argues that its investment driven employment strategy is starting to bite, easing unemployment and setting the stage for a sharper surge in job creation over the… Read more »
Kenya: Finance Barriers Stifle Growth of Women-Led Dairy Enterprises
Capital FM
Thousands of women driving Kenya's dairy industry remain locked out of formal financing due to limited ownership of land and productive assets, constraining investment and growth… Read more »
Nigeria: Labour Joins Forces With Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim As Democratic Renewal Movement Takes Off
This Day
Organised labour, civil society leaders, politicians, youth groups, women leaders, and pro-democracy advocates on Wednesday joined forces with Accord Party presidential candidate,… Read more »
Kenya: Safaricom CEO Run 3rd Edition Attracts Over 400 Participants Ahead of Lewa Marathon
Capital FM
The third edition of the Safaricom CEO Run returns this Saturday, 13th June, at Karura Forest, bringing together over 400 participants for a day of fitness, purpose and impact. Read more »
Liberia: Greenville to Be Electrified After More Than 30 Years
Liberian Observer
After more than three decades without public electricity, Greenville City is on the verge of being connected to reliable and sustainable power as the European Union-funded Light Up… Read more »
South Africa: Media Statement - Trade Committee Calls On Government to Save the Steel Sector [press release]
Parliament of South Africa
The Portfolio Committee on Trade, Industry and Competition has called for urgent government intervention as the steel industry is facing a crisis that threatens thousands of jobs. Read more »
Uganda: Francis Karuhanga Leaves Stanbic Franchise On Strong Footing As Regional Role Beckons
Nile Post
When shareholders of Stanbic Uganda Holdings Limited (SUHL) gathered for the company's 20th Annual General Meeting at Serena Kampala Hotel last Friday, attention was not only on… Read more »
Nigeria: At Petroleum Ministry's Retreat, Lokpobiri Says Tinubu Raised Oil Output By 80 Percent
This Day
The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, yesterday said that Nigeria's crude and condensate production has risen by about 80 per cent since… Read more »
Nigeria: Kadra Boss Inspects Kaduna Road Projects, Expresses Satisfaction With Progress
Vanguard
The Managing Director of the Kaduna State Roads Agency (KADRA), Dr. Abdullahi Baba Ahmed, has expressed satisfaction with the quality and pace of work on ongoing township road… Read more »
Nigeria: Dollar to Naira Exchange Rate Today, June 11, 2026
Vanguard
The Nigerian naira traded with relative stability against the United States dollar on Thursday, June 11, 2026, across both the official Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) and… Read more »
Zimbabwe: PPC Zimbabwe Cement Sales Up 18 Percent
New Zimbabwe
PPC Zimbabwe reported an 18% rise in cement sales volumes, contributing to a 14.3% increase in revenue to ZAR 3.56 billion ($215 million) for the year ended 31 March 2026. Read more »
