ITUC-Africa Hails Landmark Global Reparations Framework

DU MADE IN GUINÉE À L’INCLUSION : Le pari de Mohamed Banks Bangoura pour un développement qui profite à tous

Promouvoir le Made in Guinée, encourager l’inclusion sous toutes ses formes et faire des ressources naturelles un levier de développement durable : depuis son retour en Guinée en 2021, Mohamed Bangoura a multiplié les initiatives visant à transformer des convictions en plateformes d’action. À travers Label Guinée, Guinée Inclusive et le FOMIDE, il défend une []

Ghana Exim Bank’s UN Global Compact membership to boost global credibility and sustainable financing – CEO

The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Export-Import Bank (Ghana Exim Bank), Sylvester Adinam Mensah, has described the institution's formal commitment to the United Nations Global Compact as a significant milestone that will strengthen its global credibility and deepen its commitment to sustainable financing.

FG seeks stronger development finance, private capital for $1trn economy

Uzoka-Anite said Nigeria was building a coordinated financing ecosystem that brings together public finance, domestic and international capital, development finance institutions, commercial finance, climate finance and other innovative financing instruments to unlock investment. The post FG seeks stronger development finance, private capital for 1trn economy appeared first on Vanguard News.

Reparations Cartel: African and Caribbean Leaders Target U.S. and Europe’s Taxpayers

The 19-point plan was African Union and the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Commission on ​Reparatory Justice. The post Reparations Cartel: African and Caribbean Leaders Target U.S. and Europe’s Taxpayers first appeared on Le·gal In·sur·rec·tion.

Namibia lays groundwork 
for N$4.1b climate fund

The government has launched a joint multilateral development bank mission to finalise its Sectoral Transformation Investment Plan under the Climate Investment Funds’ Industry Decarbonisation Programme. The initiative aims to have Namibia access up to US250 million (approximately N4.1 billion) in concessional climate financing to support the transition of high-emitting sectors and scale up green industries. [] The post Namibia lays groundwork for N4.1b climate fund appeared first on The Namibian.

Africa’s trade shield

Introduction The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) has become the cornerstone of Africa’s economic integration agenda. Since trading officially commenced on January 1, 2021, the Agreement has sought to transform Africa from a collection of fragmented national markets into a single integrated marketplace capable of stimulating industrialisation, investment and sustainable economic growth. The AfCFTA The post Africa’s trade shield appeared first on Ghanaian Times.

Portrait de MOHAMED BANGOURA « BANKS » : « Les ressources naturelles créent des opportunités » !

À l’heure où la Guinée connaît une phase de transformation économique sans précédent, portée notamment par les grands projets structurants et les ambitions de développement du pays, une question essentielle se pose : comment transformer ces opportunités en prospérité durable pour les populations ? C’est à cette réflexion que Mohamed Bangoura « Banks » consacre plus de [] The post Portrait de MOHAMED BANGOURA « BANKS » : « Les ressources naturelles créent des opportunités » ! first appeared on Guineematin.com.

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

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

New Development Bank approves US$1 billion loan for infrastructure modernisation in South Africa

The Board of Directors of the New Development Bank (NDB) has approved a loan of up to US1 billion to the Republic of South Africa. The funds are intended for the implementation of a programme to modernise the infrastructure of urban utilities in the capital region, as reported by the NDB’s website.

Global Partners Support Yobe’s Recovery Transition

The European Union (EU), the Swiss Government, Agence Française de Développement (AFD), Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), United Nations agencies and development partners have reaffirmed their commitment to supporting Yobe State’s transition from humanitarian assistance to sustainable recovery, resilience and long-term development. ALSO READ: Yobe State Emerges Best in Nigeria’s PHC Awards The commitment [] The post Global Partners Support Yobe’s Recovery Transition appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.

Heineken Launches Bar De Change – Nigeria’s First Social Exchange

Heineken has unveiled Bar De Change, Nigeria’s first social currency exchange, introducing a new way for travelers to enjoy familiar social experiences beyond the country’s borders. Available to Nigerians travelling to the United States and Mexico, the platform allows consumers who purchase a Heineken in Nigeria to receive a gift card redeemable for a Heineken [] The post Heineken Launches Bar De Change – Nigeria’s First Social Exchange appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.

China Rewires Africa’s Trade Finance

Standard Bank becomes Africa’s renminbi clearing gateway, Dangote moves to build the world’s largest refinery, and South Africa’s June 30 deadline arrives. China just rewired Africa’s trade finance architecture. Standard Bank and ICBC have been named the Renminbi Clearing Bank of Africa, giving businesses in 19 countries direct access to China’s onshore financial system for []

Lavrov to discuss preparations for Russia - Africa summit at business council on June 30

It will be dedicated to issues of trade, economic and investment cooperation with Africa

The Trans-Saharan (parallel routing) Corridor (Algeria–Niger–Nigeria)

The proposed Trans-Saharan Railway Corridor linking Algeria, Niger, and Nigeria should be understood not merely as a railway but as a strategic instrument for reshaping the economic geography of Africa. By connecting the Mediterranean and Atlantic basins through a continuous north–south land corridor, the project would strengthen continental integration, diversify logistics networks, and reinforce the [] The post The Trans-Saharan (parallel routing) Corridor (Algeria–Niger–Nigeria) appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.

Major boost for Nigeria as World Bank approves $1.25 billion reform financing

World Bank approves 1.25 billion for Nigeria's economic reforms, targeting job creation, investment boost, and growth in power, agriculture, and digital sectors.

Can the IMF help Africa break the debt cycle? {Business Africa}

Can the International Monetary Fund finally help Africa break out of its multi-generational loop of rescue and repayment and here is how Nigerian businesses are using stablecoins to bypass traditional banks to fight inflation.

African Economic Conference 2026 explores pathways for more influential Africa in multipolar world

African Economic Conference 2026 explores pathways for more influential Africa in multipolar world

News24 | Beyond Africa: Why the AU needs a broader definition of reparations

To implement the landmark UN slavery resolution, reparations should be defined as a framework for truth, responsibility, repair, reconciliation and global justice, writes Tadesse Simie Metekia in ISS Today.

BRICS+ Series: Why Africa’s future depends on beneficiating its mineral wealth

BRICS+ Series: Why Africa’s future depends on beneficiating its mineral wealth

$1.44 billion raised in the first half of 2026

African tech funding H1 2026 reached 1.44B. Discover how record-breaking MA deals, debt financing, and AI restructuring are shaping the ecosystem.

JOEL AITA: Common User Facilities Could Be Uganda’s Missing Link to Industrialisation

Why Uganda’s next leap from exporting raw commodities to producing value-added products depends on shared industrial infrastructure. By Joel Aita In the year ending October 2025, Uganda did something historic: it overtook Ethiopia to become Africa’s largest coffee exporter, earning more than USD 2.4 billion in a single year. It is a genuine national triumph. [] The post JOEL AITA: Common User Facilities Could Be Uganda’s Missing Link to Industrialisation appeared first on Watchdog Uganda.