De Beers to pause work at S.Africa's largest diamond mine

The BizNews Edge: African Bank's Billion-Rand Acquisition Trap

The BizNews Edge: African Bank's Billion-Rand Acquisition Trap

Black Stars eye World Cup milestone that has eluded them for 20 years

Ghana Black Stars have never beaten a major football powerhouse at the World Cup, but the Black Stars can make history when they face England in Boston.

Afreximbank says Spiro investment signals Africa’s battery ambitions

His comments offer the clearest indication yet that Africa's multilateral trade finance bank is moving beyond financing mining projects to backing an integrated battery value chain.

Ghana Expands Gold Purchase Program to Boost Reserves

Ghana will require large-scale mining companies to sell 30 of their gold production to the state-owned Gold Board beginning July 1, up from the previous 20 requirement. The agreement, reached with the Ghana Chamber of Mines, builds on the central bank’s gold purchase program launched in 2022 to reduce reliance on foreign currencies and improve []

First Public Gold Mine Marks New Chapter for Burkina Faso’s Economic Sovereignty

Burkina Faso on July 9 has inaugurated its first state-owned gold mine, marking a major milestone in the government’s strategy to expand public control over the country’s natural resources and strengthen its economic sovereignty. Located in the municipality of Yako, in the Yatenga region, the project will be operated by the state-owned Société de Participation []

The $7bn Root: Orchestrating Nigeria’s cassava industrialisation, export revolution

Most reports have it that industrial ethanol is the silent, indispensable engine driving several of Nigeria’s most resilient manufacturing sectors The post The 7bn Root: Orchestrating Nigeria’s cassava industrialisation, export revolution appeared first on Vanguard News.

WATCH: Messi becomes World Cup’s all-time top goalscorer

Lionel Messi has made history by bagging his 17th goal at the World Cup

Polokwane Illicit Cigarette Bust Nets R35,000 in Contraband Tobacco

LIMPOPO — A successful Polokwane illicit cigarette bust has landed a 25-year-old foreign national behind bars and removed R35,000 worth of illegal tobacco from the local black market. The high-value seizure marks the latest victory for regional law enforcement agencies targeting the lucrative contraband trade. The incident unfolded on Sunday, 05 July 2026, when the []

Boosting national reserves: Govt secures 30% gold off-take deal with mining firms

The government through the Ghana Gold Board, working under the joint-direction of the Minister of Finance and Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, has reached a landmark agreement with the Ghana Chamber of Mines to buy 30 per cent of the gold output of all large-scale mining companies in Ghana, effective July 1, 2026. Mr The post Boosting national reserves: Govt secures 30 gold off-take deal with mining firms appeared first on Ghanaian Times.

2026 FIFA World Cup: Ghana’s Black stars among 4 teams yet to concede goals

Ghana's Black Stars make history at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, finishing second in Group L and advancing to face Croatia in the knockout stage without conceding a goal

Kenya's Vaccine Manufacturing Push Signals a New Chapter for Africa's Health Sovereignty

Kenya's Vaccine Manufacturing Push Signals a New Chapter for Africa's Health Sovereignty

Zimbabwe Challenges Africa’s Raw Export Model

Zimbabwe has made a historic entry into the global battery supply chain with the export of its first shipment of lithium sulphate, marking the first time an African country has exported a processed lithium product rather than raw ore or concentrate. The shipment, produced at the Arcadia mine near Harare, follows a series of government...

KCB Bank Uganda Successfully Hosts Second Edition of KCB East Africa Golf Tournament

Kampala, Uganda – 27th June 2026 – KCB Bank Uganda successfully hosted the second edition of the KCB East Africa Golf Tournament, which teed off at the Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort Spa. Organized in partnership with ICEA LION Insurance, Kenya Airways, CFAO, and Ruby Hospital, the tournament delivered a premier regional golfing experience. [] The post KCB Bank Uganda Successfully Hosts Second Edition of KCB East Africa Golf Tournament appeared first on Watchdog Uganda.

Muse plan Black Holes and Revelations celebration

Muse are planning a celebration for the 20th anniversary of landmark fourth album Black Holes Revelations.

Nigeria Seeks Global Climate Capital at London Summit

Nigeria has unveiled one of its strongest investment pitches to date, positioning itself as Africa’s leading destination for climate finance and sustainable investment as it seeks to mobilise nearly US350 billion to achieve its net-zero emissions target by 2060. Speaking at the inaugural Nigeria Climate Investment Summit (NCIS) during London Climate Action Week 2026, Sam [] The post Nigeria Seeks Global Climate Capital at London Summit appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.

8 companies apply to cultivate industrial cannabis in Ghana – Interior Minister

The Minister for the Interior, Alhaji Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has disclosed that eight companies have applied to cultivate industrial cannabis in Ghana.

Africa : Africa Energy Bank wraps up first fundraising round

30 June marks the end of the first phase of the Africa Energy Bank (AEB) project. The African Petroleum Producers' [...]

Africa Now Returns to Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann with a Showcase of Contemporary African Fashion: Open Now Until July 8th!

African fashion is once again taking center stage in Paris. Through July 8, Africa Now has returned to Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann for its second edition, transforming the iconic department store into a destination for contemporary African design. Located on the third floor beneath the landmark Coupole, the pop-up features a curated selection of ready-to-wear, [] The post Africa Now Returns to Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann with a Showcase of Contemporary African Fashion: Open Now Until July 8th! appeared first on Fashion Bomb Daily.

Tanzania purchases 28 tons of gold over past 18 months

Tanzania is rapidly building one of Africa's biggest gold reserves, with its central bank buying nearly 28 tonnes of gold over the past 18 months, worth an estimated 3.7 billion dollars.

Belfast hosts major UK surgery conference and inspires the next generation of local surgeons

Belfast has confirmed its position as a leading destination for international business events, hosting the British Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (BAOMS) Annual Scientific Meeting at ICC Belfast.

Chile revisa el futuro de Codelco en medio del boom mundial de la demanda de cobre

A medida que se dispara la demanda mundial de cobre, una de las mayores empresas mineras del mundo se encuentra en una situación precaria.

In pursuit of personal gain Paris is endangering another African country – George Kimmitt

The activity of the French corporation TotalEnergies in Africa is raising increasing concerns, and a number of African countries have already ceased cooperation with the French giant, recognizing it as unprofitable. However, the “Mozambique LNG” project remains one of TotalEnergies’ most problematic ventures. TotalEnergies is implementing a large-scale project in Mozambique to build a liquefied [] In pursuit of personal gain Paris is endangering another African country – George Kimmitt

Vast 900-hectare airport in Africa named best on the continent for 11th year in a row

The key travel hub sees around 10million passengers per year.

'Brilliant finish' - Messi becomes all-time leading World Cup scorer

Lionel Messi makes history as the all-time leading World Cup scorer, netting his 17th tournament goal during Argentina's game against Austria.

Gold mine collapse kill 15 workers in northern Sudan

Collapse occurred at Mohamed Tawfiq mine in Northern State

Lionel Messi breaks record for most career World Cup goals

Lionel Messi has broken the record for the most career goals at the World Cup by scoring in Argentina's game against Austria.

The Macallan x The Delborough Host Exclusive Michelin-Star Dining Experience in Lagos

The Macallan, the renowned single malt Scotch whisky, partnered with The Delborough Lagos to host an exclusive dining experience that brought together some of Nigeria’s most influential business leaders, entrepreneurs and cultural tastemakers, marking a significant moment in the evolution of experiential luxury in the country. Held at Dani Restaurant within The Delborough Lagos, the [] The post The Macallan x The Delborough Host Exclusive Michelin-Star Dining Experience in Lagos appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.

Inclusion financière : La BCRG définit le cap de la prochaine décennie à Luanda

Les 9 et 10 juillet 2026, l’élite des banques centrales africaines s’est réunie à Luanda pour la 15e Table ronde annuelle de l’Initiative africaine pour les politiques d’inclusion financière (AfPI). La Banque Centrale de la République de Guinée (BCRG), représentée par son Premier Vice-Gouverneur, Elhadj Mohamed Lamine CONTE, a joué un rôle moteur dans ces []

‘It will kill the brand’: plea over brewery’s closure

A brewery which has operated for almost 150 years will stop production in November but workers have made a last-ditch appeal for a change of direction.

Sybil Wilkes Covers Today’s What We Need to Know: Pioneer Passes Away, Heatwave Shift, and more

Black entrepreneur George E. Johnson built a multi-million dollar hair care empire, pioneering Black business success.