Mali has cancelled more than 90 mining exploration permits, including several held by affiliates of international mining companies. Mali revoked over 90 mining exploration permits previously held by various international mining subsidiaries. The permits, covering resources such as gold, iron ore, and uranium, were issued between 2015 and 2022 and are now open for reassignment.…
Nigeria has received a major trade boost after the United Kingdom confirmed that nearly 3,000 Nigerian products are now eligible for zero or reduced tariffs under the Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS). Nigeria benefits from the UK’s Developing Countries Trading Scheme, allowing tariff reductions on nearly 3,000 Nigerian products. The programme aims to enhance access…
The Southern African country of Namibia has pledged to reduce a substantial portion of its debt to the tune of $750 million. Namibia pledged to reduce $750 million of its debt via a Eurobond issued in 2015. The bond redemption combines domestic bank loans and funds from a sinking fund managed by Namibia’s central bank.…
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has urged the international community to help mediate mounting tensions with Eritrea, as Addis Ababa seeks to restore direct access to the Red Sea. Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed seeks international mediation over tensions with Eritrea regarding access to the Red Sea. Ethiopia has been landlocked since Eritrea’s independence in…
Africa’s internal trade under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) remains one of the continent’s most underdeveloped economic engines, accounting for a fraction of total commerce when compared with other regions. Yet a handful of countries are driving the shift toward greater regional integration by exporting more goods to neighbouring markets. The African Continental…
As Sudan’s devastating war enters its third year, evidence has emerged linking Western-made weapons to the conflict’s frontlines. Documents seen by the United Nations Security Council indicate that British-manufactured military equipment has been found in Sudan, used by Militia accused of genocide. British-manufactured military equipment has been identified on Sudanese battlefields, raising concerns about arms…
The prominent global airline, Emirates Airlines, is looking to expand its reach in one of Africa’s largest markets, Kenya. Since 1995, Emirates has operated over 34,000 flights in Kenya, transporting more than 6.6 million passengers and employing numerous Kenyans globally. Emirates Airlines aims to expand operations in Kenya, leveraging the Kenya-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement…
The Nigerian National Assembly (NASS) recently sounded an alarm over a bomb threat issued to the governmental body. The Nigerian National Assembly (NASS) reported receiving a bomb threat from a terrorist group, raising concerns about its security. The threat leads the NASS leadership to call for enhanced security measures to safeguard legislators and staff. Existing…
The United States is urging all Americans in Mali to leave the country immediately as security conditions worsen under a fuel blockade imposed by al Qaeda-linked militants. The U.S. has urged its citizens in Mali to leave immediately due to worsening security conditions resulting from a fuel blockade imposed by al Qaeda-linked militants. The militant…
