Ethiopia has secured a major €40 million financing package aimed at strengthening agricultural exports, marking a significant milestone for the country’s farming economy and small business sector. The deal brings together European Investment Bank Global and Zemen Bank SC in…
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for urgent reform of the United Nations, warning that the global system is struggling to protect democracy amid rising nationalism, deepening inequality, and escalating conflicts across the world. He said international institutions must…
Kenya has intensified its push to become Africa’s leading investment gateway, with William Samoei Ruto unveiling an ambitious global positioning strategy during the Italy-Kenya Business Forum in Rome. The president emphasized that Kenya is ready to connect global investors to…
Malaysia has intensified its Africa engagement as it strengthens diplomatic and economic discussions with the Republic of Namibia during high-level trade and energy talks in Kuala Lumpur. The move signals a growing shift in Africa–Asia relations as both nations explore…
Ghana has strengthened its agricultural cooperation with Spain in a major move designed to scale tomato production and reduce the country’s heavy dependence on imports. The new partnership targets agro-industrial expansion, with strong emphasis on value addition, technology transfer, and…
Air Peace and Turkish Airlines have sealed a strategic aviation partnership that will significantly expand Nigeria’s global connectivity while improving travel convenience for passengers across continents. The agreement signals a major step in positioning Nigeria as a central hub for…
Namibia has moved to close its digital divide with a fresh $2.3 million investment aimed at expanding rural telecommunications and boosting national internet access. The initiative signals a stronger push to lift connectivity levels above 50% and reach an ambitious…
Nigeria has entered a historic phase in its energy sector as the Dangote Oil Refinery accelerates production and pushes the country into net petrol export status for the first time in decades. The shift marks a major turning point for…
African countries have been urged to confront long-standing fears around trading with one another, as momentum builds for deeper continental integration. The call was made by Ethiopia’s central bank governor during a high-level policy discussion focused on Africa’s economic future.…
Global tech giant Meta Platforms is preparing another sweeping round of layoffs, with about 8,000 jobs expected to be cut starting May 20, according to a new report. The move represents roughly 10% of its global workforce and signals a…