Inflation in Ghana falls to 8 percent, the lowest since 2021

Saudi Arabia’s crown prince will meet Trump at the White House to discuss the Abraham Accords, regional security, and U.S. arms deals.

Zambia’s Zanaco plans to raise $100 million through the nation’s first sustainability bond to support renewable energy, agriculture, and climate-resilient projects.

Nigeria has imposed a 15% import duty on petrol and diesel to protect domestic refineries and boost revenue amid broader fiscal reforms.

South Africa moves forward in discussions with Washington to reduce tariffs while exploring new economic and trade opportunities.

Tesla may turn to internal CEO candidates if Elon Musk’s $1 trillion pay plan fails, highlighting his central role amid leadership gaps.

Nigeria’s Dangote refinery plans to double capacity and become the world’s largest within three years despite recent labour disputes and monopoly concerns.

China and the United States hold crucial trade talks in Kuala Lumpur to prevent a new wave of tariffs and ease tensions.

South Africa has strengthened its partnership with Afreximbank to enhance trade, infrastructure, and industrial projects across the continent.

Coca-Cola HBC agreed to buy a 75 percent stake in Coca-Cola Beverages Africa, creating the world’s second-largest Coca-Cola bottler and expanding across 14 markets.

Exxon Mobil has signed a non-binding agreement with Gabon to explore deepwater offshore oil and gas, expanding its African operations.

Egypt’s economy is set to grow strongly over the next three years as inflation falls, interest rates ease, and a weaker currency supports exports and tourism.

Recent light rains and sunny spells in Ivory Coast are boosting cocoa bean quality and supporting an abundant main crop through January.

Türkiye is deepening ties with Africa through knowledge sharing, solidarity, and a moral partnership based on equality and mutual respect.

Morocco will reprioritise its budget to boost health, education, and regional equality in response to youth protests.

South African Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago urged developing nations to challenge rating agencies to boost transparency and lower capital costs.

An Italian appeals court upheld an eight-month prison sentence for two Milan prosecutors for failing to submit documents relevant to the Eni-Shell corruption case.

African financial markets show mixed performance as trade shocks, reforms, and climate actions reshape growth prospects.

Botswana’s Okavango Diamond Company will begin selling directly to buyers next month after securing greater independence and a higher production share under a new deal with De Beers.

Nigeria’s inflation eased for the sixth consecutive month in September as moderating food prices brought relief to policymakers.

Kenya’s parliament has passed a bill to regulate digital assets and cryptocurrencies, aiming to attract investment and strengthen oversight of the growing fintech sector.

Safran signed deals with Morocco to build a new Airbus engine assembly line and maintenance facility near Casablanca, marking its first such site outside France.

The European Union pledged 11.5 billion euros to South Africa for renewable energy, infrastructure, and pharmaceutical development to support economic growth.

Nigeria’s economy is stabilising under Tinubu’s reforms, but poverty and high living costs still affect millions.