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Davos 2026: Why the World is Finally Listening to the African Narrative

As the 56th annual meeting of the World Economic Forum convenes under the theme “A Spirit of Dialogue”, there is a discernible shift in global attention towards Africa’s aspirations, priorities.

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Analysing Africa’s Upstream Capital Flow and Hub Strategy

Africa’s upstream sector is entering a more disciplined, selective phase one where capital is no longer chasing breadth, but certainty. Global energy companies, constrained by shareholder pressure, energy-transition mandates, and.

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Egypt Strengthens Economic Compass with €1 Billion EU Support

Egypt has received a €1.16 billion tranche from the European Union, marking a decisive step in securing economic stability amidst a challenging regional landscape. This support forms part of a.

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Djibouti’s Economic Outlook After IMF Review: Ports, Growth and Regional Risks

Djibouti’s economy continues to chart a path of steady expansion amid persistent regional and fiscal challenges. According to the latest International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff mission concluded in January 2026,.

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Ethiopia Begins Construction of Africa’s Largest Airport in $12.5 Billion Project

Ethiopia has begun construction of a major new international airport in the town of Bishoftu, about 45 kilometres south-east of Addis Ababa, in a project that officials say will become.

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How Egypt Is Using LNG and Renewables to Power Its Economy

Egypt has secured a $1.8 billion renewable energy agreement with Norway’s Scatec and China’s Sungrow, coupled with fresh LNG cooperation with Qatar, which indicates a pragmatic recalibration rather than a.

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Africa’s Fintech Consolidation: Entering the Next Phase

Africa’s fintech industry is maturing, consolidating, and reinforcing its foundations for the next decade. Flutterwave’s acquisition of Mono may look like just another startup deal. However, it is about infrastructure,.

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AfCFTA at Work: Can Africa Turn Trade Integration Into Prosperity?

At the global level, trade integration has long been a cornerstone of economic transformation, productivity growth and shared prosperity. Regions that have successfully deepened internal trade ties have been able.

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Why Affordability Is Becoming Africa’s Most Important Economic Indicator

Across Africa, conversations about growth, elections, stability, and reform increasingly circle back to one everyday reality: the cost of living. It’s no longer just an economic statistic buried in reports;.

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