Bitcoin plummets below $60,000 amid intensifying crypto selloff
World’s largest cryptocurrency erases all gains since beginning of May
Egypt receives €1 billion boost from the European Union
Egypt and the EU are finalizing a €1 billion macro-financial assistance agreement, adding to a larger EU funding package and World Bank support for the country.
Ghana strikes debt relief deal with bondholders
Ghana reaches a crucial agreement with bondholders to restructure $1.3 billion in debt, taking a significant step towards overcoming its financial challenges.
The World Bank unveils $700M budget support package for Egypt
This financial aid comes amidst a surge of foreign financing aimed at bolstering the North African nation’s economy
South Africa eyes sustainable protein source
South Africa sees vast potential in its game meat industry, aiming to expand production and exports while promoting sustainability and job creation.
Uganda set to build second international airport near national park
Uganda is building a second international airport near Kidepo National Park to improve tourist access and bypass the current sole airport in Entebbe.
Niger boots out French company from massive uranium mine
Niger’s military junta revokes French firm Orano’s license at the Imouraren uranium mine, one of the world’s biggest.
Tanzania gets IMF support for climate and economy
The IMF approved $935.6 million for Tanzania to address climate change and support economic recovery through reforms.
Declining oil production spurs Nigeria to expand block auction
Nigeria is adding 17 deep offshore blocks and extending the deadline for its 2024 oil block licensing round due to high investor demand.
NNPC to invest $550M in Nigerian gas facility
Nigeria, boasting Africa’s largest natural gas reserves, often flares gas due to infrastructure limitations and capital constraints
Diamond sales slump casts doubt on Botswana’s growth goal
Botswana’s central bank warns the country’s economic growth may fall short of the government’s 4.2% target due to sluggish global diamond markets.
Ghana’s economy shows signs of recovery in Q1
Despite a positive economic upturn in Q1, Ghana restarts negotiations with bondholders to address its $13 billion debt.
US retail sales below expectations in May
Total retail sales reached $703.1 billion in May, marking a slight 0.1 percent increase from April’s revised 0.2 percent decline
African development banks risk losing privileged debt status
Uncertainty surrounds the privileged creditor status of African development banks in the wake of debt challenges in Zambia, Ghana and Malawi.
Nigeria’s annual inflation reaches highest in 28 years with 33.95%
The surge in prices has been driven by President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms
Kenyan president calls on G7 to revamp global lending
At the G7 summit, Kenyan president William Ruto stressed the need for financial system reforms to support developing countries with debt relief and emphasized Africa’s demand for a permanent UN Security Council seat.
Nigeria borrows $2.25B to ease cost-of-living crisis, support reforms
The World Bank approved a $2.25 billion loan to help Nigeria address its cost-of-living crisis and support economic reforms implemented by President Tinubu.
NNPC Drops Challenge to $1.3B Exxon Deal, Seplat says
An NNPC spokesperson did not immediately comment on the development
Ghana aims for IMF-approved deal with bondholders on $13B
After securing a deal with official creditors, Ghana reopens talks with bondholders on a sustainable debt solution.
New budget and tax hikes spark criticism in Kenya
Kenya’s finance minister presented the largest budget in the country’s history, including contentious tax proposals that critics say will burden an already struggling population.
Ugandan economy rebounds, budget plans infrastructure projects
The government prioritizes concessional loans for infrastructure projects, aiming to control debt and maintain economic growth.
Zambia eyes bigger share of mining pie with new business model
Zambia establishes a new entity for mineral investment and trading to increase national benefits from its resources, moving from a dividend model to production sharing.
Apple briefly reclaims top spot from Microsoft on AI platform launch
Apple’s new AI platform, Apple Intelligence, sparked a stock surge, briefly surpassing Microsoft.
Bitcoin back above $70,000 as us inflation cools
Bitcoin’s price surges after lower-than-expected inflation data in the US rekindles hopes of a Federal Reserve rate cut.
Nigerian president stays committed to reforms amid hardships
Tinubu, in office for a year, tackled long-standing issues such as the petrol subsidy and currency devaluation, resulting in high inflation
Loan lifeline for Tunisia: EIB invests €450 million
The European Investment Bank announces a €450 million aid package for crisis-hit Tunisia.
Report: Big profits for companies, low wages for miners in DRC
NGOs condemn the exploitative working conditions for cobalt and copper miners in DR Congo, vital for green energy, urging better wages and safer environments.
