July 19, 2023
Congo-Kinshasa: DR Congo Signs U.S.$1.9 Billion Mining Deal With UAE
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)'s national mining corporation and the United Arab Emirates agreed to a $1.9 billion contract to develop at least four mines in the… Read more »
South Africa: South African Power Station Refurbishment Delayed Amid Blackouts
The Koeberg nuclear power station, where work is under way to extend the plant's operational life by 20 years, will not be returning to full strength any time… Read more »
Tanzania: Tanzanian Govt Ordered to Pay Australian Firm Over U.S.$100 Million
The International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) reportedly ordered the Tanzania government to pay more than U.S.$109-million to a group of companies… Read more »
South Africa: Push for Green Energy Stalls as Nearly Half of Initiatives Falter - South African News Briefs - July 19, 2023
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July 18, 2023
Africa: Continent's Biggest Port to be Partially Privatised
In a first for South Africa's national ports business, the largest harbour in Africa, Port of Durban, will be operated and controlled in part by International Container Terminal… Read more »
Africa: How Empowering Girls and Women Can Change the Future of Africa
Women's empowerment is like a pebble dropped in a pond. The ripples it creates spread far and wide, benefiting everyone in society. Read more »
July 17, 2023
Kenya: Raising the Voices of Women with Disabilities #WD2023
The biggest misconception surrounding disabilities is the belief that having a disability equates to inability, says Roselyne Olewe, a leading voice in the fight for the labour… Read more »
July 14, 2023
South Africa: All Five Heads of State to Attend BRICS Summit in Person - Ramaphosa
President Cyril Ramaphosa said that the BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) Summit will go on and be in person despite the persistent rumors over Russian… Read more »
Ghana: Ghana Passes Law to Allow Cultivation of Medicinal, Industrial Cannabis
Ghana's minister of interior can now issue permits for the cultivation of cannabis, but only for industrial purposes - the plants will have Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)… Read more »
South Africa: Third Suspect Arrested in Truck Attacks - South African News Briefs - July 14, 2023
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July 13, 2023
South Africa: Govt In Last-Ditch Effort to Save AGOA Benefits
South Africa is making a last-ditch attempt to retain preferential trade benefits with the U.S. under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), reports News24. Read more »
Africa: U.S.-Africa Business Summit Looks to Enhance Africa's Value in Global Chains
Over 1,000 participants from the U.S. and across the African continent, including government officials, private sector executives, investors, and multilateral stakeholders, are… Read more »
Africa: Africa Must Embrace New Tech in Agriculture to Overcome Climate Crisis
The agricultural sector should embrace new technologies to overcome climate change-related challenges, panellists including Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa and Mozambique's… Read more »
Africa: COP28 to Focus on Energy Transition and Climate Finance
COP28 President-Designate Dr. Sultan Al Jaber has called on governments, industry, and all stakeholders to “disrupt business as usual” and take decisive acon… Read more »
South Africa: Alleged Arsonist Mafe Wants Parliament Moved - South African News Briefs - July 13, 2023
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July 12, 2023
South Africa: Power Utility Ramps Up Power Cuts Amid Freezing Temperatures - South African News Briefs - July 12, 2023
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July 11, 2023
Africa: PIEX Group Confirms Continued Growth For The 2022 Financial Year
PIEX Group, a major leader in the distribution of health and well-being products in Africa, generated 144 million euros of revenues in 2022, a 6% increase on the previous year.… Read more »
Africa: Ethiopian Plane Crash Victims From UK Win Unlawful Killing Case
A coroner has determined that three British nationals who perished in an aircraft crash were unlawfully killed, BBC reports. Read more »
Africa: 'Greenfields' Investment in Africa is Up, but Much More Needed in Renewables
Newly-released statistics from the United Nations agency responsible for promoting economic growth in developing countries show a substantial increase in investment in new projects… Read more »
July 10, 2023
South Africa: Family in South Africa Asks Mozambique Govt For Help To Bury Gas Leak Victims at Home
A family from Mozambique who lost four members to a toxic gas leak is appealing for help to bring the remains back home to be buried, EWN reports. Read more »
July 08, 2023
Africa: Opportune Moment for #USAfricaBizSummit 2023 - CCA's Florie Liser
More than 1,000 participants are expected for the U.S.-Africa Business Summit in Gaborone July 11-14, hosted by the Corporate Council on Africa (CCA) and the Government of Botswana… Read more »
July 07, 2023
Kenya: Govt Secures U.S.$$500 Million Loan Arranged by Five International Lenders
Kenya has secured a U.S.$500 million syndicated loan arranged by a consortium of five international lenders, with the proceeds expected to fund ongoing development projects… Read more »
July 06, 2023
South Africa: Workers to Take to the Streets to Demand Action - South African News Briefs - July 06, 2023
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July 04, 2023
South Africa: 15 Killed in Eastern Cape Crash - South African News Briefs - July 04, 2023
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June 30, 2023
South Africa: KwaZulu-Natal Floods Death Toll Rises - South African News Briefs - June 30, 2023
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