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IMF 2025 MENAP Outlook: North Africa Edges Higher

The IMF’s October 2025 Regional Economic Outlook upgrades growth prospects across MENAP, projecting regional GDP growth of 3.2 per cent in 2025 and 3.7 per cent in 2026, up from.

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Why Diesel Still Matters for Africa’s Growth Story in a Green Energy Era

Across Africa, diesel is more than just a fuel; it’s the heartbeat of daily life. From the trucks that haul food and raw materials across borders to the buses that.

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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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What Does Minimum Wage Tell Us About Africa’s Economic Future?

When you think about the minimum wage, the concept seems simple: it’s the lowest pay a worker should legally earn to cover basic needs like food, shelter, and healthcare. But.

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Beyond the Podium: The AU’s Quiet Diplomacy at UNGA80

At the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, much attention naturally falls on speeches from world leaders and headline-grabbing pledges. Yet behind the scenes, the.

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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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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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