Following two weeks of intense Israeli-American airstrikes on Iran, there remains little indication that the conflict will reach a resolution in the near future. The economic ramifications of this conflict are increasingly evident worldwide, including in Africa, which accounts for.. Read more
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February 14, 2026
South Africa Record-Breaking Turnout at Indaba 2026 Summit
The 2026 Mining Indaba Summit in Cape Town drew an unprecedented gathering of over 10,000 delegates, including representatives from 1,450 mining companies spanning the African continent and beyond. This year’s summit, now in its 32nd edition, recorded the largest attendance.. Read more
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February 2, 2026
Cape Verde: Economic Growth Outlook
In 2026, Cape Verde is projected to achieve real GDP growth in the range of 4.7% to 4.9%. The nation’s economy is primarily supported by the tourism sector, the blue economy—including fisheries and maritime resources—and remittances from its diaspora. The.. Read more
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January 7, 2026
Burkina Faso: The Rapidly Growing Mining Sector
Strong Growth in Gold and Silver Production and Exports in 2024 The Mining Sector: A Key Driver of Burkina Faso’s Economy In 2024, Burkina Faso’s mining sector has reaffirmed its role as a driving force in the national economy, with.. Read more
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December 31, 2025
Economic outlook for Africa in 2026
Major international and African financial institutions are forecasting an economic growth rate for sub-Saharan Africa in 2026 of around 4.1% to 4.3%. Growth by Design Compared with 2024 and 2025, Africa’s economic growth is expected to strengthen in 2026. Despite.. Read more
December 29, 2025
Central African Republic: Historic General Elections
On 28 December 2025, the Central African Republic experienced an unprecedented election day, marked by the simultaneous organisation of four major polls: the presidential, legislative, regional, and municipal elections. More than two million voters were called to the polls as.. Read more