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Here you will find our selection of articles, publications and events.
5th February 2026 The West African sub-region has expressed optimism that its projected economic growth rate of five per cent in 2026 reflects strong resilience despite persistent challenges, including widespread insecurity. This outlook was disclosed by the President of...
4th February 2026 At the Africa Trade Summit 2026 in Accra, Ghana, President John Dramani Mahama called on governments, businesses, and financial institutions to accelerate industrialization and value addition to strengthen Africa’s global economic position, create jobs...
4th February 2026 Africa’s pursuit of economic independence and continental unity depends on deeper free trade, stronger infrastructure, and the removal of long-standing barriers to intra-African commerce, former Egyptian diplomat Ambassador Ahmed Haggag has said. Speaking...
29th January 2026 After years of rapid expansion fueled by mobile money, Africa’s digital credit market is entering a regulatory phase. Governments across the continent are formalizing loan apps through licensing and conduct standards, aiming to curb abuses while...
28th January 2026 Zambia is undertaking a comprehensive reform of its power sector aimed at addressing domestic electricity shortages while positioning the country as a strategic power hub in Southern Africa. This approach combines large-scale generation expansion...
27th January 2026 Since its introduction, the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) between South Africa and the United Kingdom has delivered measurable trade benefits, enabling South African exporters to avoid tariffs on goods valued at approximately R50 billion in 2024...
27th January 2026 President Julius Maada Bio has positioned Sierra Leone as a leading example of AfCFTA implementation, announcing that the country has become the first to complete and gazette its National AfCFTA Readiness Assessment and Schedule of Commitments. Speaking...
26th January 2026 After more than 25 years of negotiations, the European Union and the Mercosur bloc of South American countries have formally signed a landmark free trade agreement, marking a major step toward deeper economic integration between the two regions. The...
26th January 2026. West Africa’s expanding intra-African trade and renewed emphasis on industrial development are expected to feature prominently at the West Africa Industrialisation, Manufacturing & Trade Summit and Exhibition (West Africa IMT 2026), scheduled to take...