The Keys to Unlock South Africa's Oil and Gas Exploration
South Africa controls most of the Orange Basin, but it lags behind its northern neighbor thanks to bureaucratic and legal hurdles.
New Catalytic Fund Targets Africa's Mental Health Financing Gap
The Africa Venture Philanthropy Alliance (AVPA) and its partners have set up a Catalytic Pooled Fund for Mental Health Investment to mobilise private and institutional financing toward one of Africa’s most underfunded health sectors
BMW South Africa Recalls Nearly 12,500 Vehicles in Kenya, COMESA Over Safety Defects
BMW Group South Africa has issued a major safety recall for 12,491 vehicles across Kenya and the wider COMESA region following the discovery of faultsAfrican Banking Giants Zero In on Kenya as Capital Rules Spark Acquisition Rush
African Women Lead in STEM Graduates Globally, but Lag in Tech Leadership and Funding
Africa now produces a higher share of women STEM* graduates than any other region in the world, but they continue to face sharp barriers in career advancement and access to [...]Paratus Rolls out Starlink in Rwanda
Pan-African telecommunications firm Paratus Group has expanded its satellite internet footprint to Rwanda, intensifying its bid to dominate enterprise connectivity across East Africa. “We are building Africa’s quality network by [...]Africa Finance Corporation Secures US$100mn Loan from Canada's Development Institution
Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), the continental infrastructure and industrial investments provider, has secured a US$100mn, 10-year term loan from FinDev Canada, Canada’s bilateral Development Finance Institution. The transaction not only [...]
The West African Development Bank (BOAD) Raises € 1bn from International Markets
The West African Development Bank/ Banque Ouest Africaine de Développement (BOAD) has completed a EUR 1 billion bond issuance with a 15-year maturity. “This deal is more than a financial achievement; it is a clear recognition of BOAD’s creditworthiness and business model. [...]DHL Group to Invest More than €300mn to Boost Trade Across Sub-Saharan Africa
Global logistics company DHL Group has announced a €300+ million planned investment in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). “Despite global volatility, the continent continues to show resilience and momentum. Our investment reflects confidence [...]Fii Senegal 2025: President Bassirou Diomaye Faye calls for investment in a transforming Senegal
“Senegal offers a growing market within the framework of the Continental Free Trade Area, supported by a legal environment undergoing modernization and reform. We are ready to welcome you and [...]
Emerging Markets Surge as Dollar Weakens, and Africa's Opportunity
Emerging markets are experiencing their strongest rally in more than 15 years, as global investors flock to developing economies in search of higher yields and undervalued assets. “After 15 years [...]Central African Republic Joins the Africa Finance Corporation
The Central African Republic (CAR) has joined the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), becoming the continental infrastructure solutions provider's 46th member state. As one of Africa’s most resource-rich nations, CAR has [...]
