Aliko Dangote warned that escalating tensions in the Middle East risk triggering a fresh wave of inflation and economic strain across Africa, as higher oil prices ripple through economies already grappling with debt and weak currencies. Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has warned that escalating tensions in the Middle East could trigger another wave of…
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), long known as a global powerhouse in minerals such as cobalt, copper, and other precious metals, is now diversifying its economy by investing in agriculture. The Democratic Republic of Congo is shifting focus from its traditional reliance on minerals to developing its agricultural sector. A memorandum of understanding was…
Gabon is stepping up cooperation with Senegal as it prepares to overhaul its poultry industry and reduce reliance on imported chicken, ahead of a planned import ban in 2027. Gabon is turning to Senegal for technical support as it prepares to ban chicken imports by 2027 and build its domestic poultry industry. Senegal’s two-decade import…
Nigeria has attracted more than $2.6 billion in foreign direct investment into its mining sector over the past two years, as the government steps up reforms and seeks to position the country as a key player in the global supply chain for critical minerals. Nigeria has attracted more than $2.6 billion in foreign investment into…
Egypt has officially launched the 56.5-kilometre East Nile monorail – Africa’s longest – marking a major milestone in the country’s push to modernise urban transport and expand green mobility infrastructure. Egypt launched the 56.5 km East Nile monorail, connecting Cairo’s Nasr City to the New Administrative Capital. The driverless monorail, spanning 22 stations, aims to…
Ghana has entered the global lithium market after Parliament approved a major mining lease, positioning the country as a potential supplier to U.S. battery supply chains seeking alternatives to China. Ghana has ratified the Ewoyaa Lithium Project, officially joining the global lithium market and ending years of regulatory delays. Atlantic Lithium has been granted exclusive…
The University of South Africa has become the first tertiary institution on the continent to own an airport, marking a bold shift towards practical, skills-based education in Africa’s fast-evolving aviation and engineering sectors. The University of South Africa has become the first African university to own an airport. The 20-hectare facility will support practical training…
Burkina Faso has suspended all exports of fresh tomatoes with immediate effect, in a move aimed at protecting domestic processing industries and securing raw material supply, according to a government directive issued on March 16, 2026. The export ban covers all exporters, with existing export permits valid only for two more weeks. Burkina Faso has…
The Democratic Republic of Congo and South Africa are set to resume talks on the long-delayed Inga 3 hydropower project, reviving one of Africa’s most ambitious energy plans. Congo and South Africa will resume talks on the Inga 3 hydropower project in April 2026. The project could generate up to 11,000MW and cost over $10…
