Africa’s biggest gold producer empowers new Gold Board with $430 million to lock in domestic bullion reserves
The funding, approved by Parliament, transfers responsibility for financing the government’s domestic gold purchase programme from the Bank of Ghana to the […]
Why one African region is set to outpace the U.S., UK and global economy in 2026 – IMF
This expansion comes at a time when global economic momentum faces significant crosscurrents from geopolitical conflicts and shifting market conditions. In comparison […]
U.S. backs Morocco’s $4.5 billion green ammonia project in disputed Western Sahara.
The United States is providing its first federal backing for a green energy project in Western Sahara, supporting a proposed $4.5 billion […]
Cyprus Launches First Gas Project with Eni and TotalEnergies Backing
Eni and TotalEnergies have taken the final investment decision to develop the Cronos gas field in deep waters offshore Cyprus, in the […]
Burkina Faso records over $6 billion worth of gold through official channels in six months
The update was disclosed during the mid-year evaluation of Energy, Mines and Quarries Minister Yacouba Zabré Gouba’s 2026 performance contract, where the […]
Copper supply could face 25% deficit by 2035 despite record prices, says IEA
Global primary copper supply could fall short by 25 per cent by 2035 despite copper prices touching record highs, as the pipeline […]
Indian banks have raised $32 billion under dollar-inflow schemes: RBI Guv
Dollar-inflow schemes announced by the central bank in June have brought in close to $32 billion, the central bank governor, Sanjay Malhotra, […]
China’s industrial profits rise 18.7% in H1
Profits at China’s major industrial firms posted solid growth in the first half of 2026, buoyed by surging earnings in electronics-related industries […]
Trump takes his Africa strategy a step further with first dedicated $500 million critical minerals investment push
pushAdministered by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of African Affairs, the initiative will support projects across sub-Saharan Africa that strengthen critical […]
The ‘vibe economy’ is driving record debt; experts warn a ‘vapor economy’ could be next.
Americans are spending freely on vacations, nights out, and shopping sprees — even as inflation, high interest rates, and record debt climb […]
China’s Huayou Cobalt set for $210m takeover of Africa-focused lithium miner.
The move further highlights Beijing’s accelerating strategy to secure upstream control of battery metals essential for the global energy transition. Under the […]
Mexico overtakes Canada as No. 1 destination for US exports
Mexico has surpassed Canada as the top market for U.S. exports, data show. Commerce Department figures indicate that in 2025 the U.S. […]