Nigeria’s government has moved to stabilise aviation operations by capping jet fuel prices and allowing airlines to purchase fuel on credit, according to a government document seen by Reuters, as authorities seek to prevent flight disruptions driven by rising costs. The Nigerian government is capping jet fuel prices and allowing airlines to buy on credit…
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The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is taking a dramatic move to protect its massive mineral wealth by announcing plans to build a new paramilitary force to police its mining sector. The Democratic Republic of the Congo plans to create a paramilitary force to police its mining sector, supported by US and UAE funding.…
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The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has signed a gold supply agreement with UAE-based Paradigm Holdings, marking a fresh step in efforts to expand the Central African nation’s access to global bullion markets through Dubai. The Democratic Republic of Congo has signed a gold supply agreement with UAE-based Paradigm Holdings to strengthen…
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The United States is increasingly turning to Africa to secure the critical minerals needed to power its economy, with countries like Gabon and South Africa emerging as key suppliers. The United States increasingly sources critical minerals from Africa, especially from Gabon and South Africa. Gabon supplies all of the U.S.’s manganese, while South Africa provides…
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High inflation, as evidenced by fast-rising Consumer Price Index (CPI) levels, continues to be one of the most serious economic difficulties confronting various African countries. High inflation, shown by rapidly rising CPI, remains a serious economic challenge for several African nations. Persistent inflation leads to widespread price instability, reducing consumer purchasing power and straining government…
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The Democratic Republic of the Congo and Zambia are strengthening Africa’s position on the global copper map, as rising demand for the metal reshapes the minerals economy. The DRC and Zambia are strengthening Africa’s role in global copper production amid growing demand. The DRC is now among the top four countries for copper reserves, expanding…
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