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

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

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

In its 2025 annual report, the International Federation of Journalists stated that 111 journalists were killed worldwide. Therefore, 2025 was an “annus horribilis” for the media—a catastrophic year marked by misfortunes and various atrocities. The overwhelming majority of deaths, 46%,.. Read more

The fourth forum on trade and investment in Francophone West and Central Africa concluded on Thursday in the Togolese capital, Lomé. This forum, jointly organised by the British and Togolese governments, aimed to explore the economic and commercial priorities of.. Read more

Key Developments in UK-Francophone Africa Relations Lomé, the capital of Togo, has been hosting since Wednesday the Forum on Trade and Investment, organised jointly by the United Kingdom and Togo. The opening ceremony was chaired by the president of the.. Read more