In the wake of the International Monetary Fund’s recent upward revision of its regional economic forecast, a clearer picture is emerging of the structural forces shaping Africa’s 2026 trajectory.
Category: Economy
Angola Accelerates Final Steps to Eradicate Guinea Worm by 2030
Luanda, Angola// — After five consecutive years without human cases and with significant progress in strengthening epidemiological surveillance, community mobilisation and response to animal infections, the country is entering a decisive phase towards the global goal of eradicating the disease by 2030.
Mahama Hits Hard At Akufo-Addo, Says ‘December 19, 2022, Under Akufo-Addo Was One of the Darkest Days in Ghana’s Economic History’
Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama today hit hard at Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, the immediate past president and his administration in the delivery of his second State of the Nation Address (SONA) to Parliament today.
Southern Africa Faces Acute Surge in Cholera Due to Floods, Displacement
BRAZZAVILLE, Congo Republic// — Cholera cases in the Southern Africa region have risen by over seven times in the first six weeks of 2026 compared with the same period the year before due to severe flooding triggered by cyclones, infrastructure damage and inadequate water and sanitation among displaced populations, an analysis by the World Health […]
Mahama Presents 2nd State of the Nation Address to Parliament Today
Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama will this morning deliver his second State of the Nation Address (SONA) to Parliament.
Ramaphosa Institutes Naval Exercise Probe, Appoints Panel to Investigate
South Africa// — President Cyril Ramaphosa has instituted the probe related to the Exercise MOSI III Will of Peace (“the exercise”). He has appointed an investigative panel to be led by Justice B.M. Ngoepe as the Chairperson of the panel. Justice Ngoepe will be assisted by Justice K. Satchwell, Justice M.M. Leeuw and R. Adm […]
Ex-Chief Justice Warns Against Locking Ghana Into Costly Agreements
Former Chief Justice Sophia Akuffo has questioned the logic behind ratifying extended oil agreements years before existing contracts expire, warning that Ghana risks locking itself into rigid and costly arrangements.
Ghana: 59 Fishermen Rescued in Armed Raid by ‘Black Boat’ Pirates –MP
A massive search and rescue operation culminated in relief on Thursday as 59 Ghanaian fishermen returned to shore following a harrowing armed robbery at sea.
Pesalink and PAPSS Unlock Cross-Border Payments in Local Currencies in Kenya
Pesalink, Kenya’s de facto instant payment network, has partnered with the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS) to ease cross-border payment and speed up regional financial integration.
Nigeria Becomes M-KOPA’s Fastest-Growing Market
Lagos, Nigeria// – M-KOPA Nigeria has released its first Impact Report, announcing over ₦230 billion in credit unlocked for over 1 million customers, becoming M-KOPA’s fastest-growing market and fastest to reach this milestone.