Morocco Overtakes South Africa as Africa’s Leading Industrial Economy
African Development Bank's 2025 Industrialization Index ranks Morocco first on the continent, citing export diversification and sustained industrial policy reforms,...
Policy & Governance
Policy & Governance covers the institutions, decisions and public affairs shaping Africa’s future. This section focuses on governance, diplomacy, elections, regional integration, public policy, African Union affairs, intergovernmental cooperation and political developments that influence the continent’s direction.
All Eyes on Ethiopia as Seventh General Election Approaches
African Union and IGAD observer missions are monitoring Ethiopia’s seventh general election as more than 50.5 million registered voters prepare...
Senegal Appoints New Prime Minister as Faye Moves to Contain Fiscal Crisis
Veteran central banker takes the helm as Senegal races to stabilize its public finances and reengage frozen negotiations with international...
Africa Is Speaking for Itself
From media and technology to politics and culture, Africa is shaping its global image through stronger voices, institutions, and ideas...
Benin’s Romuald Wadagni Sworn In, Pledges Continuity and Inclusive Growth
In first address, President Wadagni vows to deepen reforms, expand opportunity and preserve democratic continuity in Benin
Afreximbank Net Income Rises 25% in First Quarter on Lending Growth
The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) posted a 25% jump in first-quarter net income, the Cairo-based lender said in a statement...
Mali Minister Urges Youth to Reject ‘Easy Money’ and Promote Social Cohesion
Visits to vocational training centers focused on patriotism, civic responsibility and unity among young people during Mali’s transition period
Nigeria Backs Togo’s Leadership on African Free Trade at Lomé Forum
Nigeria's minister of industry, trade and investment praised Togo's head of state Tuesday for his engagement on African economic integration,...
Togo Grants Visa-Free Entry to All Africans
Six countries now open their borders to every African passport holder as the continent edges toward the free movement Agenda...
Dangote Deepens East Africa Investment Drive
Energy, fertilizer and the continent’s push to process its own resources
Kolwezi Fashion Week Aligns Local Creativity with DR Congo’s Creative Economy Ambitions
Second edition highlights fashion, heritage and entrepreneurship as pillars of economic diversification, reflecting efforts to position the mining city as...
Ethiopia Defies Regional Slowdown with Record $4.32 Billion Foreign Direct Investment Inflow
Foreign direct investment climbed 8% to a record $4.32 billion as sweeping macroeconomic reforms, renewable energy investments and digitalized government...
Togo Rises to Lower-Middle-Income Status in New World Bank Income Classification
Classification marks an economic milestone for Togo, as the West African country's statistical updates, economic growth and favorable exchange rate...
High-Level Training Strengthens African Diplomats’ Knowledge of Carbon Markets
ACBF, AUC and AIDA convene African ambassadors and diplomats in Addis Ababa to strengthen technical expertise and policy engagement on...