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African Development
Ghana and UAE Sign $1 Billion Deal to Build Africa’s Largest AI and Tech Hub
In a landmark move poised to transform West Africa’s digital landscape, Ghana and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have signed a $1 billion agreement to establish the “Ghana-UAE Innovations and Technology Hub” in Ningo-Prampram, Greater…
Togo Temporarily Suspends All Foreign Mining Permits Amid Push for Economic Sovereignty
The government of Togo has temporarily suspended the issuance of all foreign mining permits as part of a sweeping reform to restructure its mining sector and prioritize national interests. The move, announced by the Ministry of Trade,…
From Aid to Agency: African Governance on African Terms
Introduction: A Turning Point for Africa
As global development paradigms shift under the weight of rising authoritarianism, economic inequality, and donor fatigue, a renewed interest in African self-determination is taking root. The…
Dr. Sidi Ould Tah Elected as Ninth President of the African Development Bank Group
Dr. Sidi Ould Tah, a highly respected Mauritanian economist and development finance expert, has been elected as the ninth president of the African Development Bank Group (AfDB). His election marks a pivotal moment in the Bank’s history as…
Tanzania Unveils East and Central Africa’s Longest Bridge Across Lake Victoria
Tanzania has successfully completed the construction of the John Pombe Magufuli Bridge, now officially the longest bridge in East and Central Africa. Spanning 3.2 kilometers across the Gulf of Mwanza on Lake Victoria, the bridge links the…
Africa Set to Benefit from Major Chinese Investment in Health, Infrastructure and Jobs
In a landmark reaffirmation of its growing partnership with Africa, China has pledged $51 billion in new financial commitments to the continent over the next three years. The announcement was made at the 9th Forum on China-Africa…
Namibia and Botswana to Build Joint Oil Refinery to Boost Energy Independence
Namibia and Botswana are embarking on a historic energy collaboration, as both Southern African nations have formally agreed to develop a jointly-owned oil refinery. This strategic venture is set to significantly reduce their reliance on…
Africa’s New Power Player: UAE Rises as Leading Investor Across the Continent
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has significantly expanded its economic and strategic footprint across Africa, pouring billions of dollars into the continent over the past five years. With investments surpassing $110 billion between 2019 and…
Mureza Auto Anchors Its Vision in Zimbabwe with New Plant and Headquarters
Mureza Auto, the ambitious pan-African car manufacturer founded by Zimbabwean entrepreneur Tatenda Mungofa, is taking a groundbreaking step by relocating its headquarters and setting up a full-scale vehicle manufacturing plant in Zimbabwe.…
Greek Tanker Delivers Angolan Oil as Ghana Boosts Domestic Refining Capacity
Ghana has taken a significant step toward energy independence with the arrival of its first shipment of Angolan crude oil, delivered via a Greek-operated tanker to the Sentuo Oil Refinery in Tema. This marks the first major crude delivery…