Côte d’Ivoire achieves lowest debt risk rating in Sub-Saharan Africa
Economy Banking, Stock Markets, Finance Côte d’Ivoire achieves lowest debt risk rating in Sub-Saharan Africa By Editorial Team – June 26, 2026 Côte d’Ivoire earns ‘low risk’ debt rating from IMF, setting a new benchmark for Sub-Saharan Africa Following a June 24 IMF executive board session evaluating debt sustainability, the Washington-based institution reclassified Côte d’Ivoire’s […]
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Cameroun unveils ambitious plan to modernize transport and logistics infrastructure
Economy Cameroun unveils ambitious plan to modernize transport and logistics infrastructure To boost economic growth and global competitiveness, Cameroun has rolled out a comprehensive strategy aimed at transforming its road, rail, and logistics networks. Liliane Ndangue |26 June 2026|3 min read AAA Follow Cameroun updates on Google Summarize Listen Comment Transforming Cameroun’s transport network for […]
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How PawaPay is transforming mobile money access for businesses in Côte d’Ivoire and beyond
How PawaPay is simplifying Africa’s mobile money economy for businesses Ismaël Kouassi, Côte d’Ivoire Country Director at PawaPay, describes the fintech as a technological bridge connecting enterprises, banks, and SMEs to Africa’s rapidly expanding mobile money ecosystem. The company’s platform consolidates payments, fund transfers, transaction tracking, and cash flow management into a single integration, eliminating […]
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Gabon’s industrial push gains momentum with European partnerships
The industrial summit in Libreville has kicked off, bringing together key stakeholders to shape the nation’s economic future. Running until June 26 at the Chamber of Commerce, the event has drawn Gabonese officials, business leaders, and European investors to address critical priorities in industrialization and local value addition. The discussions center on how European firms […]
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Cameroun economic outlook paints grim picture for 2025
Economy GECAM president warns of grim economic conditions in Cameroun On June 23, 2026, the president of Cameroun’s Groupement des Entreprises du Cameroun (GECAM) delivered a stark assessment of the nation’s economic trajectory. His analysis highlights deepening challenges that threaten the country’s development goals. Armand Djaleu | 1 hour ago | 3 minutes read A […]
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Morocco to host next Club Export 47 economic mission
The Morocco has been selected as the host country for the upcoming Club Export 47 business mission, scheduled to take place from November 30 to December 3. Why Morocco for this economic mission? Morocco stands out as a strategic gateway to Africa, offering unparalleled access to a thriving market. Its robust economic ties with France, […]
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Gabon sets sights on 7% growth target by 2030
Gabon sets sights on 7% growth target by 2030 The Gabonese economy has been stuck below 5% growth for a decade, but President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema is determined to break this cycle. In a bold move to shift away from the country’s long-standing reliance on resource extraction, he has unveiled a transformative economic roadmap […]
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Mason greenwood and amine gouiri latest om sales as marseille faces financial squeeze
The Olympique de Marseille finds itself in a tough financial spot after failing to qualify for the lucrative Champions League for the fifth time. The loss of revenue from European football has forced the club to adopt a cost-cutting approach during this summer transfer window, with a potential fire sale looming if no better options […]
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Shell’s strategic comeback to Gabon’s oil sector after a decade-long absence
Shell’s return to Gabon signals a pivotal moment for the country’s oil industry. A decade after withdrawing from the West African nation, the Anglo-Dutch energy giant is set to re-enter Gabon’s sedimentary basin, a move aligned with Libreville’s efforts to halt the persistent decline in hydrocarbon output. The decision, unveiled amid sweeping reforms following a […]
Read MoreCôte d’Ivoire launches first digital economy management internships in Abidjan
Historic launch of digital transformation internships in Abidjan Abidjan — The minister of Digital Transition and Technological Innovation, Djibril Ouattara, inaugurated the professional immersion phase of the first cohort in digital economy management at the École multinationale supérieure des postes (EMSP) on June 22, 2026. This pilot program is designed to equip future leaders with […]
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Gabon’s african trade share drops to 8.9%, ZLECAF seeks change
The promise of Africa’s vast consumer market—over 1.4 billion potential buyers—remains largely untapped for Gabon, where exports to the continent barely reach 8.9% of total shipments. This stark figure, drawn from the latest economic outlook, underscores the urgent need for Libreville to diversify its trade partnerships beyond its traditional allies. By Yacouba Ouédraogo — Investigative […]
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Benin Niger border thaw raises hopes for economic revival
Economy Niger Benin-Niger border thaw: a thaw that could revive trade ties A joint expert committee’s findings spark cautious optimism over the resolution of a three-year border dispute between Benin and Niger, with economic stakes higher than ever. A joint committee of Beninese and Nigerien experts has delivered its verdict on reopening their shared border, […]
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