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Global Islamic Finance Assets to Reach US$10.5 Trillion by 2030 as Adoption Broadens

Islamic finance assets reached US$6.5 trillion in 2025, with regulatory reforms, digital innovation and expanding participation in emerging markets expected to drive the industry’s next phase of growth.   The.

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West Africa’s $15 Billion Infrastructure Drive: Turning Regional Ambition into Investment

West Africa’s economic future will depend in part on how effectively its countries connect their markets, infrastructure and investment opportunities. A proposed $15 billion portfolio of infrastructure projects backed by.

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International Day For The Eradication Of Poverty: United for Peace and Human Rights- Safe Homes for All

“Let us mobilise the political will and investments needed to ensure everyone has a safe home, and the opportunity to build a life of dignity, free from poverty.” — António.

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Egypt’s Rail Link: Building Africa’s Next Multimodal Logistics Hub

Egypt’s planned high-speed electric railway is gaining attention under the nickname “the Suez Canal on Rails”. The phrase reflects the ambition behind the project, but its purpose is different from.

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Oil & Gas Development: Uganda Targets First Oil by June 2027 as East African Pipeline Nears Completion

Uganda is maintaining its target of beginning commercial oil production by June 2027, as construction of the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) approaches completion. The latest update, delivered during.

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Capital & Investment: Dangote Refinery Extends Ipo Deadline

Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE has extended the subscription period for its ₦2.15 trillion initial public offering (IPO) by two weeks, giving prospective investors until 27 October 2026 to.

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Inclusive Growth: Africa’s Key to Stronger Household Incomes

Economic growth is often celebrated as evidence of national progress, but rising output does not automatically translate into better living standards. For millions of African households, the real measure of.

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INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENT IN AFRICA: TURNING LOCAL SAVINGS INTO LASTING ECONOMIC GROWTH

Africa’s infrastructure challenge is often framed as a shortage of money. But the deeper challenge may be how existing capital is being used.   Across the continent, pension funds, insurers,.

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CONTINENTAL CONNECTIVITY: BUILDING AFRICA’S TRADE ROUTES

Africa’s ambition to deepen regional trade and economic integration is receiving fresh support through a new partnership between the African Development Bank Group and Germany focused on developing the continent’s.

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ENERGY & DEVELOPMENT: Chad’s Solar Push Brings New Energy to the Sahel

Chad is taking another step towards strengthening its electricity supply, with two hybrid solar power projects in the capital, N’Djamena, reaching financial close and receiving their first disbursement.   The.

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