November 15, 2022
East Africa: International Maritme Organisation Removes Indian Ocean from High-Risk List
Delisting of the Indian Ocean from the high-risk area classification a major boost to trade for Kenya and the wider Eastern African region Read more »
November 14, 2022
Nigeria: Nigeria's Capital Market Has Positive US Dollar Returns in September
Only Nigeria had positive US dollar returns of 9.0 per cent Year to Date in Top 30 companies in West Africa Read more »
South Africa: South Africa's Manufacturing Grew 2.9 Percent in September
South Africa's manufacturing production growth was underpinned by motor vehicles, parts and accessories and other transport equipment Read more »
November 13, 2022
Africa: Costs of Farm Inputs Still a Headache for Africa
Food experts call for efforts to reduce costs of farm inputs Read more »
Tanzania: Beekeeping in Tanzania, Adopting Modern Agriculture Technologies
Tanzania beekeeping industry is estimated to generate US$ 1.7 million annually Read more »
Mozambique: Is the EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism Good for Mozambique's Aluminium Exports?
If accepted, the funding could be applied to support the implementation of a green industrialization process in the country fuelled by accelerated investments in Mozambique's… Read more »
November 12, 2022
South Africa: Persistent Decline in South Africa's Mining Output
South Africa's mining production fell by 4.5 per cent year-on-year after a drop of 6.4 per cent the previous month Read more »
November 10, 2022
Kenya: Visa Free Travel - Kenya, South Africa Pact Boosts AfCFTA
For Kenyans to travel to South Africa, they were required to pay US$40 for the visa while they also had to provide proof they had sufficient funds and had booked return flight… Read more »
Tanzania: Tanzania's U.S.$18 Billion Renewable Energy Ambition
COP27 also referred to as "African COP" gives African countries opportunity to address dire consequences of climate change in Africa. Read more »
November 09, 2022
Africa: Namibia, Senegal Join African Petroleum Producers Group
Namibia and Senegal have become the latest members to join the African Petroleum Producers' Organization Read more »
Kenya: Kenya - Sendy Receives Funding to Grow Business in Four African Countries
Logistics company Sendy says it has received funding of an undisclosed amount to help scale its logistics and fulfillment services in Kenya, Uganda, Nigeria, and Cote d'Ivoire… Read more »
Africa: COP27 - Continent Is Not Holding Its Breath Waiting for Funding
Many African delegates and journalists were unable to attend the event due to the prohibitive accommodation costs. Read more »
Africa: China Intensifies Plans for Global Economic Control
According to Xi Jinping, China is closer than ever to realizing its national renaissance goal and recovering its rightful global status Read more »
November 08, 2022
Kenya: New Class of Assets Emerging in Nairobi's Real Estate
In contrast, the retail sector development pipeline seems to have dried up altogether. Read more »
November 07, 2022
Egypt: Central Bank of Egypt Hikes Key Interest Rates By 2 Percent
Egypt's central bank said that it raised key interest rates by 2 per cent in a bid to combat the country's surging inflation Read more »
Namibia: Namibia Launches Economic Partnership Agreement Implementation Plan
Namibian minister of industrialization and trade launched an economic partnership agreement implementation plan at the Southern African Development Community-European Union EPA… Read more »
November 06, 2022
Africa: Monopolising Africa's Food Systems - Is Kenya's GMOs Adoption Corporate Engineered?
In cognizance that food systems in Africa are becoming more corporate controlled and market -oriented by the day; it begs the question whether Kenya fell prey to these monopolistic… Read more »
Africa: Biotechnology Potential for Sustainable Agriculture in Africa
Biotechnology can play a key role in establishing a more sustainable framework for agriculture in Africa Read more »
November 05, 2022
Africa: Opec+ Oil Cuts Mixed Bag of Fortunes for African Economies
OPEC+ oil cuts will impact African economies in diverse ways,some nations will win whilst others shall wallow in troubles instigated by the energy deficits. Read more »
November 04, 2022
Nigeria: Central Bank to Redesign Higher Denominations Naira Notes
In theory, a redesign begins with a problem. Read more »
Burundi: New Dawn - Reforms Chart Fresh Economic Path for Burundi
Better known as the 'heart of Africa', Burundi's economic pulse has been slow over the years, but the rhythm is steadily gaining momentum, dancing to the tune of President… Read more »
Zambia: Zambia Increases Investment Ventures 73.53 Percent
Zambia Development Agency (ZDA) records increase in investment ventures compared to previous year Read more »
November 03, 2022
Africa: Oil & Gas Opportunities Abound for Africa Amid Russia-Ukraine Crisis
Most African economies have been teetering on the edge of a precipice for the past two years. Read more »
Kenya: Businesses in Kenya See Mild Rise in Activity Despite Loss of Momentum
Businesses in Kenya only saw a mild improvement in operating conditions in October 2022 The latest Purchasing Managers' Index showed that ongoing concerns about the rising cost of… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Stock Exchange Lists First REIT This November
Tigere Property Fund is set to become Zimbabwe's first listed Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) following the publication of its prospectus and announcement of listing dates to… Read more »