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A $5.4B Bet: Algeria Rewrites Energy Politics

Algeria’s national oil company, Sonatrach, recently announced a production-sharing agreement valued at approximately USD 5.4 billion with Saudi Arabia’s Midad Energy. The deal covers exploration and development in the Illizi.

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Africa’s Diesel Advantage: Powering Growth, Trade, and Stability

Across Africa, diesel is more than just a fuel — it is the heartbeat of economies, the enabler of mobility, and the invisible driver of food supply chains. A single.

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Trump’s Tariffs on Africa: Negotiation, Strategy, and the Road Ahead

The Trump administration’s far-reaching tariffs on African exports have sparked a flurry of reactions across the continent, as governments, industries, and civil society contend with the far-reaching implications of a.

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Visa-Free Entry: Addressing the Missing Link in Continental Integration

In a world where seamless travel powers global commerce, cultural exchange, and innovation, Africa still finds itself burdened by internal border restrictions. As of mid-2025, many African countries maintain some.

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Africa’s CBDC Agenda: Financial Inclusion or State Surveillance?

Across the African continent, governments are racing to digitise their currencies, launching Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) with a narrative framed around financial inclusion, innovation, and the future of money..

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The Net-Zero Equation: How Much Will It Cost, and Who Will Bear It?

The world is now locked in a high-stakes race against time, ambition, and atmospheric thresholds. More than 70 countries, representing over 80% of global CO₂ emissions and nearly 90% of.

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2025 BRICS Summit: What Are Africa’s Leaders Saying?

The 17th BRICS Summit, which began on July 6 and is set to conclude on July 7, 2025, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, has convened heads of state, ministers, and.

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Central Banks in Africa Turn to Gold for Stability and Global Leverage

Gold has historically served as a reliable store of value and a strategic anchor in central banking—and African nations are reaffirming its relevance in today’s volatile economic climate. As global.

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Africa’s Top Military Powers in 2025

The latest Global Firepower Index for 2025 reveals significant shifts in Africa’s military landscape, highlighting Egypt’s continued dominance alongside Nigeria’s remarkable ascent to the third position on the continent. The.

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Unpacking Nigeria’s Manufacturing Success in Africa

Over the past decade, certain African countries have distinguished themselves through the scale and influence of their manufacturing industries. The recent report by The African Exponent highlights a top ten.

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