Economy

Economy

Nigerian stock market dips despite stronger trading activity

The Nigerian Exchange Limited closed in negative territory on May 5, 2026, as the equities market recorded a slight decline of 0.58 percent, reflecting mild…

Nigeria fuel subsidy poverty
News Economy

Nigeria’s fuel subsidy removal deepens poverty, study finds

Niger, National Strategy
Economy

Niger unveils National Digital Strategy to expand connectivity and boost tech economy

Burkina Faso public service
Economy

Public Service recruitment begins in Côte d’Ivoire for 2026 session

Economy

China’s tariff free policy for African imports raises opportunities and concerns

Mining Veteran Campbell Baired
Economy

Mining veteran Campbell Baird joins Asante to oversee Ghana mine ramp-up

Mediterrania Capital Partners Morocco
Economy

Mediterrania Capital Partners raises US$40.5m for Morocco real estate fund

Economy

Mauritania secures US$1bn trade finance deal to boost economic growth

Economy

China–Ghana trade reaches record US$14.1bn as economic partnership deepens

Algeria youth
Economy

Algeria’s youth unemployment program faces hurdles despite allowance growth

South Africa Economy
Economy

South Africa’s economy grows 1.1% in 2025, strongest expansion since 2022