Morocco began expanding Casablanca Airport to raise capacity to 35M passengers by 2029 • The $1.7B project supports the “Airports 2030” plan to make Casablanca a global hub • Upgrades include digital ...

DRC extended its cobalt export ban to September 2025 due to high stock levels. • Major producers like CMOC face delivery issues; supply risks remain but demand stays strong. • Prices are volatile ...

Eskom restored Medupi Unit 4 early, adding 800 MW and helping end load-shedding • Coal still dominates South Africa’s power, slowing the energy transition • Eskom and industry are investing in ...

The Tropical Forest Forever Facility, an initiative supported by the BRICS nations, aims to reward countries for preserving their forests. This presents a significant opportunity for African nations, ...

WAEMU states collectively raised nearly 7,000 billion CFA francs in the first half of 2025, a record amount driven by increased financing needs, the return of long-term bonds, and an improved ...

Ethiopia completed the $4B Grand Renaissance Dam to boost power capacity and energy independence • Egypt and Sudan fear water supply risks, with no binding deal on dam operations • Regional tensions ...

When fully operational, SEA-ME-WE-6 is expected to significantly improve internet connectivity and resilience across participating regions, enhance data traffic efficiency, and meet surging demand for ...

Inflation within the West African Economic and Monetary Union (UEMOA) fell to a two-year low of 0.6% in May, bolstered by a decline in food costs. • The Central Bank of West African States (BCEAO) cut ...

Azumah Resources starts building Black Volta gold mine in Ghana, aiming for 163,000 oz/year • Funded by shareholders; initial cost estimated at $147 million in 2020 • Project delayed by a contract ...

Qatar Airways and Kenya Airways establish strategic agreement, introducing a third daily flight between Doha and Nairobi. • Part of wider Qatari initiatives that includes a 60% stake in RwandAir and ...

Kenya plans to replace 20,000 transformers as part of a 4.3 billion KSh ($33 million) investment. The project aims to reduce outages and improve grid reliability, especially in rural areas. Kenya’s ...

The World Bank opens the door to supporting civilian nuclear energy in Africa • Several countries, including Ghana, Nigeria, and Rwanda, plan nuclear projects • Experts warn of debt risks, security ...