Cameroon waived more than CFA9 billion in taxes on renewable energy equipment The incentives target solar power and potable water production systems Authorities report lower equipment prices as tax ...

Liberia signed an agreement for a 50-hectare pilot rice farm in Bong County The project supports technology transfer and aims to raise local rice output A broader $120 million investment plan seeks to ...

Cameroon’s banks posted a combined 208.5 billion CFA in net profit in 2024 The country accounted for 46% of total Cemac banking earnings Rising margins and network expansion strengthened sector ...

Ethiopia expects $261 million in new IMF disbursements under its Extended Credit Facility (ECF). The IMF says the reform program delivers favourable macroeconomic results, including faster growth and ...

The two countries sign an MoU covering military training, education, intelligence sharing and defence-industry development. Officials describe the deal as an important milestone in bilateral ties.

Ethiopia launches 2026-2030 digital payment strategy and instant payment system Plan aims to build inclusive, cash-light economy and boost financial access Focus on interoperability, data exchange, ...

Alstom announces a MAD 100 million ($10.9 million) investment to build a new production line for train-driver consoles in Morocco. The company says the facility will supply global railway projects, ...

Robex regains lead in $1.5B merger with Predictive after rival bid withdrawn Revised terms give Predictive 53.5% stake; merger focuses on Guinea gold assets Kiniero set for 2025 output; Bankan ...

Guinea signs an MoU with Turkey’s Albayrak Group to mobilise financing for Phase II of Conakry Airport’s modernisation. The project aims to raise annual capacity to 3 million passengers, up from a ...

Africa’s youth face high informal employment; decent jobs seen as vital for stability Key sectors with job potential include agriculture, construction, health, and digital economy Skills mismatch, ...

Platform aims to cut paperwork, speed processing, and centralise admin services Backed by World Bank, portal part of broader governance and digitisation push The Central African Republic has launched ...

Senegal earmarks CFA13.5 billion ($24 million) in its 2026 budget to modernise the communications sector. The government plans to create a new regulator for media and digital platforms in 2026. The ...