Egypt, Emirati investment partners on $500m Cairo development
Egypt’s SKG and Emirati KSH Investment to build residential, commercial towers, and hotel on Cairo’s Nile.
Nigeria suspends food import taxes to fight inflation
Nigeria plans to suspend import taxes on wheat, maize, and other foods for 150 days to combat high food inflation and rising living costs.
South Africa eyes renewable energy leadership under new minister
South Africa’s new energy minister pledges to aggressively pursue renewable energy sources, marking a shift from the previous coal-focused approach.
NNPC: Fuel transfers, floods disrupt Abuja supplies
NNPC spokesperson Femi Soneye explained that thunderstorms had hindered ship-to-ship transfers of gasoline from large vessels to smaller distribution ships
Gabon says payment dispute with World Bank resolved
Authorities in the central African nation say technical issues made it impossible for the country to keep its commitments.
South Africa’s power utility eyes profit after diesel costs fuel loss
Eskom, South Africa’s power utility, aims for a financial turnaround after ending blackouts.
Rwanda gets $1B loan from South Korea for infrastructure projects
South Korea has pledged $1 billion in concessionary loans to Rwanda for infrastructure development projects in various sectors.
Ruto unveils budget cuts and borrowing plans after Kenya tax protests
In the wake of violent protests over tax hikes, which left 39 dead, Kenyan president William Ruto has unveiled plans for borrowing and spending cuts to manage the budget deficit and support critical services.
Rwanda secures $1B funding deal with South Korea
In May, Rwanda’s government indicated that 1.32 trillion Rwandan francs ($1.02 billion) in the 2024/25 budget would come from external loans
Uganda has started exporting oil to Kenya after Tanzania
Uganda aims to produce 200,000 barrels of oil per day by 2025 upon completion of the project.
Moroccan court uphold $630 million fine for Maroc Telecom
Moroccan appeals court upheld a record fine against Maroc Telecom for hindering competition.
Nigerian oil regulator approves significant asset sales to local firms
Nigeria’s upstream oil regulator has approved key onshore asset sales to Oando and Project Odinmim, with Exxon Mobil and Shell’s sales still awaiting approval.
IMF approves final disbursement for Congo’s loan program
Further collaboration hinges on transparency in military expenditures and public recording of Sicomines mining project finances.
Top global firms thrill investors in early 2024
While Microsoft dominates as most valuable firm worldwide, AI chipmaker Nvidia becomes best-performing company in equity markets
Zambia receives $208 million boost to combat its worst drought
As Zambia faces its worst drought in years, the World Bank steps in with a $208 million grant to support affected households and strengthen social protection programs.
Egypt’s TMG to invest $21 billion in luxury Mediterranean resort
TMG’s SouthMED resort offers luxury living at Egypt’s stunning north coast. With $21 billion invested, expect world-class facilities and amenities.
OPEC pumps more than planned in June, Iran oil sales continue
OPEC oil output increased in June despite production cuts by some members, with rising supply from Nigeria and Iran offsetting the planned reductions.
Egypt ups gas production to meet summer electricity needs
To combat rising summer electricity demand, Egypt boosts gas production and secures 21 LNG cargoes.
Ivory Coast to revamp mining code for higher state profits
Ivory Coast revamps its mining code to increase state profits from the flourishing gold sector.
Saudi Aramco uncovers new oil, gas reserves
Saudi Arabia’s state oil company, Saudi Aramco, discovered seven new oil and gas deposits in the Eastern Province and the Empty Quarter.
Daily power cuts plague Egypt as heatwave intensifies
Daily power cuts grip Egypt, causing frustration and hardship as scorching temperatures strain the country’s energy grid.
IMF approves $360M payout to Ghana after second review
Ghana’s central bank expects the funds within two days
Drought dims Zimbabwe’s growth, IMF sees rebound next year
Zimbabwe’s economic growth is expected to slow in 2024 as the country grapples with a severe El Niño-induced drought.
Germany, Morocco forge alliance for green hydrogen, renewables
Germany and Morocco establish a climate and energy alliance to develop renewable energy and green hydrogen production in Morocco to meet Germany’s clean energy goals.
Niger mulls oil route via Chad post-Benin dispute
The 1,930-kilometer (1,200-mile) pipeline runs from Niger’s Chinese-built Agadem oil field to the port of Cotonou in Benin.
Nigeria eyes red meat, soybeans exports to Saudi Arabia
Nigeria seeks to address dollar shortages by potentially supplying Saudi Arabia with 200,000 tonnes of red meat and 1 million tonnes of soybeans annually.
World Bank: Remittances to Grow Faster in 2024
Downside risks include weak economic growth in migrant-hosting countries, volatility in oil prices, currency exchange rates, says report
