South Africa braces for impact as Amplats cuts thousands of jobs
Facing low PGM prices and profit plunge, Amplats announces 3,700 job cuts in South Africa, impacting 17% of workforce.
Nigerians protest soaring food prices in south
Nigerians in Ibadan protest economic hardship, demanding action from President Tinubu as soaring food prices cause hunger and hardship.
Kenya redeems $1.4B of $2B international bond
Kenya’s government successfully repurchased over $1.4 billion of its $2 billion international bond, alleviating investor concerns about its strained public finances.
Kenyan company making sustainable textiles out of pineapple waste
As the fashion industry worldwide increasingly embraces more eco-friendly material, an innovative project in Kenya is turning leftover pineapple leaves into footwear.
DRC seeks “mordern investors” for its minerals
The Democratic Republic of Congo is looking for modern investors in its mineral sector.
Israel’s Gaza war spreads in Red Sea harm global trade: IMF, WB
Global leaders at World Governments Summit address risks to the world economy posed by Gaza and Red Sea tensions.
Germany inks first gas deal with Algeria to end Russian reliance
Germany replaces Russian gas with Algerian pipeline, partnering with Sonatrach for long-term supply.
Japan loans $500M to Kenya via Samurai bond
Kenya secures a groundbreaking $500M Samurai bond with Japan, boosting energy efficiency and innovation in its transmission network.
Nigeria, World Bank in talks for economic revamp
World Bank executives confer with Nigerian officials on ambitious economic recovery plans, focusing on critical sectors for sustainable growth.
Egypt’s net foreign assets hit record low: 841B EGP
Central bank data reveals a record deficit of 841 billion pounds in Egypt’s net foreign assets amid commercial bank struggles.
Microsoft’s revenue jumps 18% in final quarter of 2023 with drive in AI
Company sees productivity gains in all sectors by infusing artificial intelligence across every layer, says CEO
Gambia, Morocco sign agreements at joint cooperation commission
Republic of The Gambia and the Kingdom of Morocco signed several cooperation agreements and memoranda of understanding on the sidelines of the 3rd session of the Joint Cooperation Commission between Morocco and The Gambia. The session was held under the co-chairmanship of the Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccan Expatriates, Nasser Bourita, and his Gambian counterpart, Mamadou Tangara. One of the agreements concerns mutual assistance between the customs administrations of both countries to enforce customs legislation and prevent, investigate, and suppress customs offences. Another agreement was signed in the field of maritime fishing to establish a framework for cooperation between the two parties in various areas of maritime fishing, including fishing, technical and scientific research, aquaculture, fish processing industries, and promoting partnerships in the private sector of maritime fishing.
Nigerian Stock market’s turnover hits 10-year high
Total turnover at the Nigerian equities market rode on the back of intense bargain-hunting to its highest in a decade. The market performance was driven largely by increased transactions by institutional and individual Nigerian investors amid optimism that ongoing economic reforms would lead to improved returns. Official report by the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) at the weekend indicated that total transactions at the equities market rose by 53.94 per cent to N3.578 trillion by the year ended December 31, 2023 as against N2.324 trillion recorded the previous year. The previous highest turnover was in 2014 when the market recorded transactions worth N2.676 trillion. The lowest turnover was in 2016 with total transactions of N1.511 trillion. It had dropped from N2.168 trillion in 2020 to N1.899 trillion in 2021. Transactions over the years included N1.928 trillion in 2019, N2.404 trillion in 2018, N2.543 trillion in 2017, N1.906 trillion in 2015 and N2.051 trillion in 2013. The record surge in transactions’ value further underscored that the record-breaking price appreciation at the Nigerian market was underpinned by strong demand.
Nigeria’s central bank allocates $500M to address Forex backlog
Central Bank of Nigeria intervenes with a $500 million boost to eliminate forex backlog, bolstering economic stability.
Freight rates on 8-week rise amid tensions in Red Sea
Spot freight price of 40-foot container rose to nearly $4,000, according to UK-based maritime research firm.
Egypt’s currency woes worsen, Sisi urges patience amid inflation
Egypt grapples with inflation, debt, and dependence on mega-projects. Sisi seeks IMF lifeline but faces pressure to reform and curb military influence.
US seeks greater investment in Africa’s health sector
Investment to create jobs, improve public health, says Secretary of State Antony Blinken
Egypt seeks European investment boost amid currency woes
Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry met with EU officials in Brussels, seeking increased European investment to address Egypt’s economic crisis and discussing regional issues like the Gaza war.
African debt crisis deepens as experts warn of worst-ever situation
Sub-Saharan Africa faces its worst debt crisis ever.
IMF team in Cairo to discuss $3 billion loan program
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Sharara oil field back in action as Libyan National Oil lifts force majeure
Negotiations succeed as Libya’s National Oil Corp lifts force majeure, ending the Sharara oil field shutdown amid fuel shortage protests.
Davos: Sub-Saharan Africa faces unprecedented debt crisis
Sub-Saharan Africa grapples with an unprecedented debt crisis, jeopardizing economic growth and well-being.
Indian boost in Nigerian crude imports signals oil market shift
India strategically boosts crude imports from Nigeria, seizing opportunities in December amid market dynamics.
EgyptAir starts flights Cairo-Misrata, Libya with new direct flights
Weekly flights from Cairo to Misrata now available with EgyptAir, offering discounted fares for a limited time.
IMF board to review Ghana $600M loan payout
Ghana’s $3 billion IMF bailout program review nears, with $600 million disbursement possible as debt restructuring progresses.
Ruto focuses on housing, infrastructure investment in Kenya
Kiambiriria-Kuresoi road upgrade and Bondeni housing project among key initiatives by President Ruto in Nakuru and Nyandarua.
Libya aims to revitalize economy through energy sector reform
Libyan Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibeh outlined ambitious programs to revitalize the economy at the Libya Energy and Economic Summit 2024.
