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Harsh Ratings Cost Africa $100 Billion In Credit Lines, AU Expert Says
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Harsh Ratings Cost Africa $100 Billion In Credit Lines, AU Expert Says

An AU credit-ratings adviser said Africa loses over $100 billion a year in foregone investment and higher interest costs from rating methodologies, as Afreximbank’s break with Fitch intensifies debate over fairness.

Africa
February 2, 2026
Nigeria Looks To Sustain NGX Rally In 2026 As Reforms Deepen And Policy Risks Test Investor Confidence
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Nigeria Looks To Sustain NGX Rally In 2026 As Reforms Deepen And Policy Risks Test Investor Confidence

Nigeria’s equity rally has pushed the NGX All‑Share Index to a record and market value toward N100 trillion, but sustaining gains in 2026 will hinge on policy credibility, market reforms and stable macro conditions.

Nigeria
February 2, 2026
Ethiopia Bondholders Plan English Court Action As Creditors Block Initial $1 Billion Restructuring Deal
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Ethiopia Bondholders Plan English Court Action As Creditors Block Initial $1 Billion Restructuring Deal

A key bondholder group said it will pursue legal action after official creditors led by China and France blocked a draft $1 billion Eurobond restructuring, citing comparability rules under the G20 framework.

Ethiopia
February 2, 2026
Africa Finance Corp Says New S&P ‘A’ Rating Will Support Cheaper Funding And Wider Lending
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Africa Finance Corp Says New S&P ‘A’ Rating Will Support Cheaper Funding And Wider Lending

​Africa Finance Corp’s CEO said S&P Global’s first rating for the lender should improve market access, lower borrowing costs over time and support expanded infrastructure lending across Africa.

Africa
January 30, 2026
Ethiopia To Reopen $1 Billion Eurobond Talks After Official Creditors Reject Draft Terms
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Ethiopia To Reopen $1 Billion Eurobond Talks After Official Creditors Reject Draft Terms

​Ethiopia will restart talks with bondholders after official creditors said a draft Eurobond restructuring, featuring an export-linked value recovery instrument, fell short of comparability requirements.

Ethiopia
January 30, 2026
XSML Capital closes African Rivers Fund IV at $142m
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XSML Capital closes African Rivers Fund IV at $142m

XSML Capital said it completed the final close of African Rivers Fund IV (ARF IV) at $142 million to finance about 50 African SMEs, with a focus on Eastern Africa, Angola and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Africa
January 28, 2026
African nations now send more money to China than they receive in new loans
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African nations now send more money to China than they receive in new loans

​New analysis from ONE Data says China has shifted from being a net provider of finance to a net receiver for many developing economies, with Africa seeing a $52 billion swing as inflows in 2015–2019 turned into net outflows in 2020–2024 due to rising debt repayments and reduced new lending.

Africa
January 27, 2026
IMF expects staff visit to Gabon in February despite no formal request for programme
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IMF expects staff visit to Gabon in February despite no formal request for programme

The IMF said it expects to send staff to Gabon in February to review macro and fiscal conditions and discuss reforms after the country’s new administration stepped up engagement, even though Libreville has not yet made a formal request for an IMF-supported programme.

Gabon
January 26, 2026
South African rand stutters around 16/$ mark while traders eye rate decision next week
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South African rand stutters around 16/$ mark while traders eye rate decision next week

The rand hovered near its strongest level since mid-2022 as traders looked ahead to the South African Reserve Bank’s rate decision, with support from record-high gold prices and a weaker dollar, though analysts warned the currency’s gains could prove fragile.

South Africa
January 23, 2026
Exclusive: Ghana deal with Afreximbank gets official creditor backing, source says
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Exclusive: Ghana deal with Afreximbank gets official creditor backing, source says

Ghana’s agreement to restructure a $750 million Afreximbank loan has gained support from official creditors, a step that would typically imply the lender accepted a form of debt treatment and that could intensify scrutiny of Afreximbank’s credit ratings and claimed preferred creditor status.

Ghana
January 23, 2026
South African rand hovers around strongest in three years as geopolitical tensions ease
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South African rand hovers around strongest in three years as geopolitical tensions ease

The rand held near its strongest level since August 2022 as safe-haven demand eased after U.S. President Donald Trump backed down from tariff threats and ruled out using force to obtain Greenland, while South African stocks and bonds also firmed.

South Africa
January 22, 2026
China's Africa lending nearly halved in 2024, shifts to yuan
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China's Africa lending nearly halved in 2024, shifts to yuan

​Chinese lending to Africa fell to $2.1 billion in 2024 as Beijing pivoted from dollar-denominated megaprojects to smaller, more commercially viable financing increasingly denominated in yuan, Boston University data showed.

Africa
January 22, 2026
South African inflation ticks up but more rate cuts expected this year
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South African inflation ticks up but more rate cuts expected this year

​South Africa’s headline inflation edged up to 3.6% in December, but economists still see room for further interest-rate cuts in 2026 as price pressures remain contained and the rand has strengthened.

South Africa
January 21, 2026
In Davos, African president pitches business deals to Trump’s son Eric
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In Davos, African president pitches business deals to Trump’s son Eric

Somaliland’s president used meetings at the World Economic Forum, including with Eric Trump and Israel’s president Isaac Herzog, to push recognition and pitch investment opportunities such as the Berbera port.

Somaliland
January 21, 2026
South Africa’s Nedbank Offers Cash-and-Stock Deal to Buy 66% of Kenya’s NCBA for $856 Million​
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South Africa’s Nedbank Offers Cash-and-Stock Deal to Buy 66% of Kenya’s NCBA for $856 Million​

Nedbank said it has offered to acquire a 66% stake in Kenya’s NCBA in a 13.9 billion rand cash-and-stock deal to expand in East Africa, while the remaining shares would keep trading on the Nairobi Securities Exchange.

Kenya
January 20, 2026
Can Africa Cut Its Borrowing Costs as Risk Premiums and Data Gaps Distort Pricing?
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Can Africa Cut Its Borrowing Costs as Risk Premiums and Data Gaps Distort Pricing?

African Business says Africa’s high “risk premium” keeps capital-market borrowing far costlier than concessional finance, arguing that better data, stronger institutions and domestic capital mobilisation are key to lowering debt-service pressures and unlocking investment

Africa
January 20, 2026
Africa Business Forum 2026 to Spotlight Blended Finance, Youth Jobs and Investment Partnerships in Addis Ababa
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Africa Business Forum 2026 to Spotlight Blended Finance, Youth Jobs and Investment Partnerships in Addis Ababa

UNECA said the Africa Business Forum 2026 will convene leaders and financiers alongside the AU Summit in Addis Ababa to mobilise partnerships and blended finance for jobs, innovation and creative sectors, including a new “Jobs Wall Commitment Tracker” to monitor pledges.

Ethiopia
January 20, 2026
South Africa Inflation on Track for 3% Target in 2026, Reserve Bank Governor Says
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South Africa Inflation on Track for 3% Target in 2026, Reserve Bank Governor Says

SARB Governor Lesetja Kganyago said inflation is on course to hit the 3% target in 2026 and that the central bank’s model still allows for two additional 25-basis-point rate cuts this year.

South Africa
January 20, 2026
IMF Board Completes Fourth Review of Ethiopia Program, Clearing About $261 Million Disbursement
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IMF Board Completes Fourth Review of Ethiopia Program, Clearing About $261 Million Disbursement

​The IMF approved the fourth review of Ethiopia’s $3.4 billion programme, triggering an about $261 million disbursement as Addis Ababa advances reforms and seeks approval for a preliminary deal to restructure its sole $1 billion Eurobond.

Ethiopia
January 19, 2026
South African Rand Slips Ahead of Inflation Data as Stocks and Bonds Weaken
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South African Rand Slips Ahead of Inflation Data as Stocks and Bonds Weaken

The rand fell to 16.4050 per dollar as traders awaited December inflation data for signals on South Africa’s rate path, while the JSE Top-40 slid and the 2035 bond yield rose to 8.36%.

South Africa
January 19, 2026
Tanzania Holds Key Rate at 5.75% Again as Central Bank Targets Robust Growth
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Tanzania Holds Key Rate at 5.75% Again as Central Bank Targets Robust Growth

Tanzania’s central bank kept its benchmark rate at 5.75% for a second straight meeting, saying it expects favourable conditions and inflation to stay within its 3%–5% target range.

Tanzania
January 13, 2026
Senegal PM Sonko Says Debt Can Be Managed Without Restructuring Despite Tough 2026 Schedule
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Senegal PM Sonko Says Debt Can Be Managed Without Restructuring Despite Tough 2026 Schedule

Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko said Senegal believes it can exit its debt crisis without restructuring, even as the IMF cites debt at 132% of GDP and investors warn repayment pressures could force a rework.

Senegal
January 13, 2026
Zambia Plans New IMF Programme as Current Facility Nears Expiry; Bonds Pare Losses
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Zambia Plans New IMF Programme as Current Facility Nears Expiry; Bonds Pare Losses

Zambia will pursue a new IMF programme instead of extending its current arrangement, a shift authorities framed as a transition after completing reviews under the existing facility as investors tracked the impact on the country’s dollar bonds.

Zambia
January 12, 2026
South African Rand Steady Ahead of US Jobs Data; Reserves Rise, 2035 Yield Edges Up
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South African Rand Steady Ahead of US Jobs Data; Reserves Rise, 2035 Yield Edges Up

The rand held steady near 16.50 per dollar as markets awaited US labour data for clues on the Fed path, while South Africa’s net foreign reserves rose and the benchmark 2035 bond yield ticked higher.

South Africa
January 12, 2026
Gulf and Asian Capital Targets African Platforms Amid 2026 Financing Shift
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Gulf and Asian Capital Targets African Platforms Amid 2026 Financing Shift

Petrodollars and Asian project finance converge on logistics, energy, and data infrastructure as Africa prioritizes credibility over growth.

Africa
January 8, 2026
Enko Hedge Fund Sees Africa Risks Rising After Dollar-Linked Gains
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Enko Hedge Fund Sees Africa Risks Rising After Dollar-Linked Gains

Africa-focused Enko Partners warns of currency and debt headwinds in 2026 after dollar strength drove strong returns in 2025.

Africa
January 8, 2026
Benin Advances Preparations for Africa’s First Eurobond of 2026
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Benin Advances Preparations for Africa’s First Eurobond of 2026

Benin launches roadshow for debut dollar bond, targeting $500 million amid West Africa’s improving fiscal profile.

Benin
January 8, 2026
Flutterwave Acquires Mono in $25 Million to $40 Million All-Stock Deal
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Flutterwave Acquires Mono in $25 Million to $40 Million All-Stock Deal

Africa's largest payments provider buys Nigeria's leading open-banking startup to integrate data verification and bank payment APIs into its cross-border network.

Nigeria
January 6, 2026
African Markets to Price Reforms Over Growth in 2026 Outlook
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African Markets to Price Reforms Over Growth in 2026 Outlook

African investor sentiment in 2026 will reward fiscal discipline and policy predictability over headline growth rebounds.

Africa
January 4, 2026
Sub-Saharan Africa Tops Global Growth Forecasts at 4.4% in 2026
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Sub-Saharan Africa Tops Global Growth Forecasts at 4.4% in 2026

Sub-Saharan Africa's 4.4% 2026 growth projection tops global average, fueled by resources, reforms, infra despite debt/institutional hurdles.

Africa
January 4, 2026
FATF Maintains Eight African Countries on Grey List into 2026
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FATF Maintains Eight African Countries on Grey List into 2026

Eight African economies remain on FATF grey list entering 2026, facing elevated compliance costs and restricted global finance access.

Africa
January 4, 2026
Africa Practice Sees U.S. Tariffs, Gulf Mining Driving 2026 Trends
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Africa Practice Sees U.S. Tariffs, Gulf Mining Driving 2026 Trends

U.S. protectionism, Gulf critical minerals inflows and uneven climate/debt finance will define Africa's 2026 market path, per Africa Practice.

Africa
January 4, 2026
Nigerian Stocks Gain 0.57% in 2026 Open as Capitalisation Hits N99.9 Trillion
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Nigerian Stocks Gain 0.57% in 2026 Open as Capitalisation Hits N99.9 Trillion

NGX All-Share Index up 0.57% Jan 2 as N99.9T cap nears N100T on inflation ease, earnings and reforms.

Nigeria
January 4, 2026
Africa Kicks Off 2026 With Economic Data, Tax Changes, IMF Talks
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Africa Kicks Off 2026 With Economic Data, Tax Changes, IMF Talks

Kenya/Uganda data, Nigeria tax rollout and Senegal IMF push mark Africa's 2026 economic open amid favorable oil/dollar trends.

Africa
January 4, 2026
CBE, Afreximbank Sign MoU for Pan-African Gold Bank Programme
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CBE, Afreximbank Sign MoU for Pan-African Gold Bank Programme

CBE and Afreximbank sign MoU for pan-African Gold Bank feasibility study in Egypt.

Egypt
December 30, 2025
Nigeria's Central Bank Forecasts 4.49% Growth, 12.94% Inflation for 2026
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Nigeria's Central Bank Forecasts 4.49% Growth, 12.94% Inflation for 2026

CBN forecasts 4.49% growth, 12.94% inflation for 2026 per annual outlook.

Nigeria
December 30, 2025
Aspen Sells Asia-Pacific Business to BGH Capital for A$2.37 Billion
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Aspen Sells Asia-Pacific Business to BGH Capital for A$2.37 Billion

Aspen sells Asia-Pacific business excluding China for A$2.37 billion to BGH Capital.

South Africa
December 30, 2025
Benin Returns to WAEMU Market With 100 Billion CFA Bond Issue
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Benin Returns to WAEMU Market With 100 Billion CFA Bond Issue

Benin launches two WAEMU bonds totalling 100 billion CFA francs after a two-year issuance gap to finance investment under its 2025 budget.

Benin
December 29, 2025
US Strikes in Nigeria's Sokoto Prompt Naira Weakness and Eurobond Yield Rise
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US Strikes in Nigeria's Sokoto Prompt Naira Weakness and Eurobond Yield Rise

Nigeria naira trades at 1,455/USD with Eurobond yields up 15 basis points after US strikes against ISIS affiliates in Sokoto state.

Nigeria
December 26, 2025
IMF Approves $442 Million Disbursement to DR Congo After Program Reviews
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IMF Approves $442 Million Disbursement to DR Congo After Program Reviews

Latest allocation lifts total IMF support to $780 million this year as the Fund highlights Congo’s resilient growth and progress on fiscal and governance reforms.

Democratic Republic of the Congo
December 23, 2025
Fitch Pushes Gabon Rating Deeper Into Junk on Rising Debt and Tight Liquidity
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Fitch Pushes Gabon Rating Deeper Into Junk on Rising Debt and Tight Liquidity

Fitch downgrades Gabon to CCC- as debt levels surge and fiscal pressures mount amid weak investor appetite for sovereign bonds.

Gabon
December 20, 2025
Rand Strengthens as Gold Rally and Domestic Data Lift Sentiment
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Rand Strengthens as Gold Rally and Domestic Data Lift Sentiment

The South African rand advanced on firmer gold prices and a softer dollar as investors awaited the final economic indicators of 2025 for signals on growth and capital flows.

South Africa
December 20, 2025
Morocco keeps policy rate steady at 2.25% as inflation recedes and growth outlook strengthens
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Morocco keeps policy rate steady at 2.25% as inflation recedes and growth outlook strengthens

Bank Al‑Maghrib held its benchmark rate unchanged for a third meeting, signalling confidence in moderating inflation and robust economic expansion led by improved harvests and external balances.

Morocco
December 16, 2025
AfDB launches $25 billion funding drive for African Development Fund amid U.S. shortfall
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AfDB launches $25 billion funding drive for African Development Fund amid U.S. shortfall

The African Development Bank has begun a $25 billion replenishment campaign for its concessional lending arm as the U.S. withholds pledged payments, widening the financing gap.

Africa
December 15, 2025
South Africa’s FDI outflows drop sharply to R21 billion in Q3 2025
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South Africa’s FDI outflows drop sharply to R21 billion in Q3 2025

South Africa’s foreign direct investment outflows eased to R21 billion in the third quarter as resource divestments moderated and media sector inflows partly offset declines.

South Africa
December 15, 2025
Senegal’s euro loans trade at steep discounts as debt strain deepens
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Senegal’s euro loans trade at steep discounts as debt strain deepens

Senegal’s short-term euro-denominated loans have slipped to 80 cents or below on the euro amid mounting debt pressure and stalled IMF support talks.

Senegal
December 13, 2025
South Africa inflation expectations ease after 3% target adoption
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South Africa inflation expectations ease after 3% target adoption

SOUTH AFRICA’S INFLATION EXPECTATIONS DROPPED TO 3.8% FOR 2026 AND 3.7% FOR 2027 FOLLOWING GOVERNMENT’S NEW 3% TARGET ANNOUNCEMENT.

South Africa
December 12, 2025
Senegal short-term loans trade at deep discounts amid debt distress signals
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Senegal short-term loans trade at deep discounts amid debt distress signals

SENEGAL’S FEBRUARY-MATURING COMMERCIAL LOANS TRADE AT OR BELOW 80 CENTS PER EURO AS MARKETS PRICE IN REPAYMENT RISKS FROM $11 BILLION HIDDEN DEBT.

Senegal
December 11, 2025
Cedi, kwacha weaken on persistent dollar demand; East African currencies steady
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Cedi, kwacha weaken on persistent dollar demand; East African currencies steady

GHANA’S CEDI AND ZAMBIA’S KWACHA HIT 11.46 AND 23.58 PER DOLLAR AS IMPORTER AND OFFSHORE DEMAND PERSISTED THURSDAY.

Africa
December 11, 2025
IMF reaches staff-level deal with Ethiopia, unlocking $261 million tranche
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IMF reaches staff-level deal with Ethiopia, unlocking $261 million tranche

IMF STAFF-LEVEL AGREEMENT ON ETHIOPIA’S FOURTH REVIEW UNLOCKS $261 MILLION FROM $3.4 BILLION PROGRAMME TO SUPPORT STABILIZATION AND REFORMS.

Ethiopia
December 10, 2025
Kenya to resume IMF talks in January for new funding programme
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Kenya to resume IMF talks in January for new funding programme

KENYA’S CENTRAL BANK GOVERNOR FLAGS JANUARY IMF NEGOTIATIONS FOR FRESH FUNDING TO SUSTAIN FISCAL STABILITY AMID SLOW CREDIT GROWTH AND MUTE EXPANSION.

Kenya
December 10, 2025
Angola wealth fund, Gemcorp launch $500 million pan-African infrastructure vehicle
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Angola wealth fund, Gemcorp launch $500 million pan-African infrastructure vehicle

ANGOLA’S SOVEREIGN WEALTH FUND AND GEMCORP CAPITAL SEEDED A $500 MILLION FUND TO CHANNEL PRIVATE CAPITAL INTO CRITICAL MINERALS, FOOD SECURITY AND ENERGY PROJECTS ACROSS AFRICA.

Angola
December 9, 2025
Kenya central bank extends easing cycle with eighth straight rate cut
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Kenya central bank extends easing cycle with eighth straight rate cut

KENYA’S CENTRAL BANK CUT ITS POLICY RATE TO 9.25% FOR AN EIGHTH STRAIGHT MEETING TO SUPPORT CREDIT AND GROWTH WHILE INFLATION STAYS FIRMLY WITHIN ITS TARGET BAND.

Kenya
December 9, 2025
Rand steady as South Africa raises R11.8bn in debut infrastructure bond sale
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Rand steady as South Africa raises R11.8bn in debut infrastructure bond sale

THE RAND HELD FIRM AFTER THE TREASURY’S MAIDEN INFRASTRUCTURE BOND AUCTION DREW STRONG DEMAND WHILE INVESTORS AWAITED SIGNALS FROM THE U.S. FEDERAL RESERVE.

South Africa
December 9, 2025
Rand Slips After Moody’s Affirms South Africa Ba2 Rating with Stable Outlook
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Rand Slips After Moody’s Affirms South Africa Ba2 Rating with Stable Outlook

Currency eases to 16.97 per dollar as agency cites low growth potential and elevated debt ahead of key Q4 economic data.

South Africa
December 8, 2025
Nigeria’s Central Bank Holds Benchmark Rate at 27% as Inflation Slows
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Nigeria’s Central Bank Holds Benchmark Rate at 27% as Inflation Slows

Monetary authorities keep policy settings tight to consolidate disinflation, preserve macroeconomic stability and support improving investor sentiment.

Nigeria
December 7, 2025
Rand Strengthens as South Africa Returns to International Bond Market
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Rand Strengthens as South Africa Returns to International Bond Market

Rand hits 16.9750 as South Africa prices $3.5B eurobonds at 6.25%/7.375% on $13.1B demand; African spreads tighten 314bps post-FATF exit and S&P upgrade.

South Africa
December 6, 2025
South Africa Attracts Robust Investor Demand in $3.5bn Eurobond Issuance
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South Africa Attracts Robust Investor Demand in $3.5bn Eurobond Issuance

South Africa’s $3.5B eurobond drew $13.1B bids at 6.25%/7.375% yields, saving $150M annually vs 2024; rand hits 16.96 (3-year high) post-3% inflation target announcement.

South Africa
December 6, 2025
Rand Steady Ahead of Moody’s Scheduled Review
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Rand Steady Ahead of Moody’s Scheduled Review

Rand holds at 16.9650 ahead of Moody’s Friday review as reserves hit $70.02B and Top-40 rises 1.6%, with markets eyeing positive outlook shift post-S&P upgrade.

South Africa
December 6, 2025
Botswana Central Bank Holds Policy Rate Stable Amid Diamond Sector Weakness
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Botswana Central Bank Holds Policy Rate Stable Amid Diamond Sector Weakness

Botswana holds policy rate at 3.5% as Q2 GDP contracts 5.3% on diamond weakness; inflation forecast at 2.7% 2025, 5.3% 2026 within 3–6% target.

Botswana
December 6, 2025
South Africa’s Q3 Growth Slows, but Investment Uptick Signals Recovery Potential
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South Africa’s Q3 Growth Slows, but Investment Uptick Signals Recovery Potential

South Africa’s third-quarter slowdown underscores modest but improving fundamentals as rising investment and fiscal reform begin to stabilize economic momentum.

South Africa
December 6, 2025
Africa’s State-Owned Assets Near $1 Trillion Milestone
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Africa’s State-Owned Assets Near $1 Trillion Milestone

African state institutions now manage nearly $1 trillion in assets, signaling a continued move toward domestically financed development as external funding tightens.

Africa
December 6, 2025
Africa Renews Push for Monetary Integration as Zambia Gains Debt Upgrade
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Africa Renews Push for Monetary Integration as Zambia Gains Debt Upgrade

41 African central bank governors advanced monetary integration at Yaoundé summit as S&P upgraded Zambia to CCC+; Ghana cedi hits GH¢11.13/$ ahead of festive season.

Africa
December 6, 2025
U.S. Reviews Relations with Tanzania over Rights and Investment Concerns
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U.S. Reviews Relations with Tanzania over Rights and Investment Concerns

U.S. reviews Tanzania ties after hundreds killed in October 29, 2025 election violence, citing rights abuses and barriers to ExxonMobil LNG, Peabody coal investments.​

Tanzania
December 5, 2025
Africa’s Capital Markets Face Urgent Call for Integration at ASEA 2025 in Kigali
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Africa’s Capital Markets Face Urgent Call for Integration at ASEA 2025 in Kigali

ASEA 2025 in Kigali urged African markets to integrate via Afreximbank-backed AELP and redirect $3-4T domestic savings to equity financing, countering bank dominance (70%) and global pressures.

Rwanda
November 28, 2025
Senegal’s Hidden Debt Crisis Worsens as IMF Talks Stall, Raising Regional Stability Risks
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Senegal’s Hidden Debt Crisis Worsens as IMF Talks Stall, Raising Regional Stability Risks

Senegal’s $11-13 billion hidden debt revelation froze IMF support, weakened bonds to 60.84 cents, and elevated regional contagion risks amid tightening fiscal targets.

Senegal
November 28, 2025
MTN MoMo Marks 15 Years in Benin as Mobile Money Expansion Strengthens Financial Inclusion
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MTN MoMo Marks 15 Years in Benin as Mobile Money Expansion Strengthens Financial Inclusion

MTN MoMo’s 15-year milestone in Benin underscores the growing impact of mobile money platforms in driving financial inclusion, supporting small businesses, and advancing digital economic growth across underserved African markets.

Benin
November 27, 2025
African Development Bank Approves $500 Million Loan to Advance Nigeria’s Fiscal Reforms and Energy Transition
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African Development Bank Approves $500 Million Loan to Advance Nigeria’s Fiscal Reforms and Energy Transition

The African Development Bank’s $500 million loan supports Nigeria’s fiscal, energy, and climate reforms, aiming to strengthen public financial management, boost investment in the power sector, and advance sustainable economic growth.

Nigeria
November 26, 2025
TerraPay and Wave Mobile Money Launch Instant Cross-Border Remittances for 2.5 Million Mali Users
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TerraPay and Wave Mobile Money Launch Instant Cross-Border Remittances for 2.5 Million Mali Users

TerraPay and Wave Mobile Money have partnered to deliver instant, affordable cross-border remittances directly into the mobile wallets of 2.5 million users in Mali, leveraging high mobile penetration to strengthen financial inclusion and reduce reliance on informal transfer systems.

Mali
November 25, 2025
Nigeria Pressed to Lead ECOWAS Transit Guarantee Scheme to Boost Regional Trade Efficiency
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Nigeria Pressed to Lead ECOWAS Transit Guarantee Scheme to Boost Regional Trade Efficiency

Afreximbank’s $1 billion transit guarantee scheme, with Nigeria positioned to lead its ECOWAS rollout, aims to streamline customs processes, cut trade costs, and accelerate regional integration under AfCFTA.

Nigeria
November 25, 2025
Ghana Central Bank Weighs Further Rate Cut as Inflation Falls Faster Than Expected
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Ghana Central Bank Weighs Further Rate Cut as Inflation Falls Faster Than Expected

Ghana’s central bank is considering another rate cut as inflation cools faster than expected, but elevated real interest costs complicate efforts to support economic recovery while preserving price stability.

Ghana
November 25, 2025
South African Rand Firms as Global Risk Appetite Improves on Fed Rate Cut Expectations
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South African Rand Firms as Global Risk Appetite Improves on Fed Rate Cut Expectations

The rand edged higher as improved global risk appetite and expectations of a U.S. Fed rate cut lifted emerging-market assets, even as South Africa’s own rate-cutting cycle weighs on carry-trade appeal.

South Africa
November 25, 2025
FinTech in Africa: Expanding Investment Potential Amid Structural Market Barriers
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FinTech in Africa: Expanding Investment Potential Amid Structural Market Barriers

Africa’s FinTech sector offers substantial long-term growth potential, but investors must balance opportunity with structural and regulatory challenges shaping the continent’s evolving digital finance landscape.

Africa
November 24, 2025
Africa’s Instant Payments Cross $2 Trillion as Interoperability and Inclusion Deepen
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Africa’s Instant Payments Cross $2 Trillion as Interoperability and Inclusion Deepen

Africa’s instant payments ecosystem surpassed 2 trillion dollars in value, reflecting rapid progress toward interoperable, secure, and financially inclusive digital markets across the continent.

Africa
November 21, 2025
South African Reserve Bank Eases Policy as New Inflation Target Takes Hold
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South African Reserve Bank Eases Policy as New Inflation Target Takes Hold

The South African Reserve Bank’s 25-basis-point rate cut to 6.75 percent marks a cautious shift toward easing under its new inflation target, stabilizing the rand while prompting a mixed but broadly steady market response.

South Africa
November 21, 2025
US Signals Limited Engagement as South Africa Prepares for G20 Summit Under Diplomatic Strain
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US Signals Limited Engagement as South Africa Prepares for G20 Summit Under Diplomatic Strain

South Africa’s G20 summit faces uncertainty as the US denies active participation, underscoring geopolitical tensions that threaten the summit’s influence on African economic diplomacy.

Africa
November 20, 2025
Ethiopia, Rusal Sign $1 Billion Deal for 500,000 tpy Aluminium Smelter
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Ethiopia, Rusal Sign $1 Billion Deal for 500,000 tpy Aluminium Smelter

A $1 billion Rusal-Ethiopia aluminium smelter could establish East Africa’s first major refining hub, contingent on bankable power, stable financing, reliable logistics, and effective sanctions management.

Ethiopia
November 19, 2025
ARM, Newmont explore PNG copper venture valued at $4–5bn
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ARM, Newmont explore PNG copper venture valued at $4–5bn

ARM is evaluating a $4–$5bn copper JV in Papua New Guinea with Newmont, supported by available liquidity and aimed at expanding copper exposure, pending de‑risking milestones, funding discipline, and durable project economics.

Africa
November 18, 2025
Tanzania appoints new finance minister, maintains foreign and mining portfolios after disputed election
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Tanzania appoints new finance minister, maintains foreign and mining portfolios after disputed election

Tanzania’s reshuffle installs a China-experienced diplomat at finance while preserving continuity in foreign and mining, offering policy stability despite political uncertainty from the contested election.

Tanzania
November 17, 2025
Africa’s Instant Payments Reach $2 Trillion as Adoption Accelerates Across 31 Countries
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Africa’s Instant Payments Reach $2 Trillion as Adoption Accelerates Across 31 Countries

Africa’s real-time payments ecosystem has reached transformational scale, but future gains hinge on fraud control, merchant acceptance, regulatory alignment, and interoperable infrastructure that can support cross-border growth and financial inclusion.

Africa
November 13, 2025
MTN to Sell Minority Stake in Fintech Unit to Mastercard at $5.2 Billion Valuation
Financial Services & Investments

MTN to Sell Minority Stake in Fintech Unit to Mastercard at $5.2 Billion Valuation

MTN’s stake sale to Mastercard sets a $5.2 billion benchmark for its fintech business and aligns capital, distribution, and technology to accelerate Africa’s digital payments growth while enhancing MTN’s future monetization options.

South Africa
November 13, 2025
South Africa Sets New 3% Inflation Target With ±1% Band to Strengthen Policy Credibility
Financial Services & Investments

South Africa Sets New 3% Inflation Target With ±1% Band to Strengthen Policy Credibility

South Africa’s shift to a 3% inflation target tightens its policy anchor and could lower long-term borrowing costs if paired with sustained fiscal discipline, despite short-term growth pressures.

South Africa
November 12, 2025
Senegal Eurobonds hit record lows as IMF talks stall and political rift widens.
Financial Services & Investments

Senegal Eurobonds hit record lows as IMF talks stall and political rift widens.

Senegal’s bonds have moved into distressed territory as stalled IMF talks and coalition tensions amplify refinancing risk, putting a premium on swift policy coordination and external program support to restore market access.

Senegal
November 12, 2025
Rand steady ahead of mid-year budget; markets focus on inflation target
Financial Services & Investments

Rand steady ahead of mid-year budget; markets focus on inflation target

South Africa’s rand was steady as investors awaited a mid-year budget expected to improve the fiscal path and clarify inflation-targeting signals, setting the tone for bonds, rates, and FX in the sessions ahead.

South Africa
November 11, 2025
Moni rebrands as Rank, acquires AjoMoney and Zazzau MFB to scale community finance
Financial Services & Investments

Moni rebrands as Rank, acquires AjoMoney and Zazzau MFB to scale community finance

Rank’s rebrand and acquisitions create a regulated platform to formalize community finance, pairing group-savings distribution with deposit-taking and market-linked yields to pursue scalable, lower-cost growth.

Nigeria
November 11, 2025
Chad courts foreign capital in Abu Dhabi to finance €26bn development plan
Financial Services & Investments

Chad courts foreign capital in Abu Dhabi to finance €26bn development plan

Chad is seeking Gulf and multilateral capital to fund a €26 billion, five‑year plan to double GDP by 2030, leveraging PPPs and recent governance reforms to attract private investment while managing execution and sovereign risk.

Chad
November 11, 2025
Afreximbank approves $1.3 billion for Angola fertiliser plant
Financial Services & Investments

Afreximbank approves $1.3 billion for Angola fertiliser plant

Afreximbank’s $1.3 billion commitment anchors Angola’s fertiliser build-out, signaling progress on industrial diversification and regional supply security pending full financing and execution.

Angola
November 11, 2025
Egypt inflation accelerates to 12.5% in October after fuel price hike; CBE trims rates
Financial Services & Investments

Egypt inflation accelerates to 12.5% in October after fuel price hike; CBE trims rates

Egypt’s inflation uptick reflects fuel pass-through, but a positive real-rate stance and a gradual easing bias point to continued, risk-sensitive disinflation.

Egypt
November 10, 2025
FNB partners with Mastercard to launch cross-border payments platform
Financial Services & Investments

FNB partners with Mastercard to launch cross-border payments platform

FNB’s tie-up with Mastercard signals a push to reduce African remittance frictions, with potential upside for fee income and regional payments competition as global cross-border targets face delays.

South Africa
November 10, 2025
JPMorgan Restores Dollar Clearing in Angola, Signaling Renewed Confidence in Reforms
Financial Services & Investments

JPMorgan Restores Dollar Clearing in Angola, Signaling Renewed Confidence in Reforms

JPMorgan’s reinstatement of USD clearing in Angola signals cautious but tangible confidence in reforms, potentially lowering financing costs and improving market access while leaving regulatory and compliance risks firmly in focus.

Angola
November 10, 2025
IMF affirms Senegal’s sovereignty over debt choices as Eurobond prices weaken.
Financial Services & Investments

IMF affirms Senegal’s sovereignty over debt choices as Eurobond prices weaken.

Senegal’s insistence on sovereign control over any debt operation keeps options open but leaves investors looking for a credible, near‑term plan to restore program support and stabilize funding costs amid weakening Eurobond prices.

Senegal
November 10, 2025
USDX Stablecoin Depeg Spurs Risk Reassessment as African Mobility Startups Advance
Financial Services & Investments

USDX Stablecoin Depeg Spurs Risk Reassessment as African Mobility Startups Advance

USDX’s sharp depeg underscores structural risks in algorithmic stablecoins, while Africa’s mobility sector advances with Gozem’s Brazzaville launch, Angola’s Anda raising $3.4 million, and Chery’s EV rollout in Kenya.

Africa
November 9, 2025
Sibanye Stillwater settles Appian dispute for $215 million, averts London damages trial
Financial Services & Investments

Sibanye Stillwater settles Appian dispute for $215 million, averts London damages trial

South African miner Sibanye Stillwater agreed to pay $215 million to settle a four-year legal dispute with Appian Capital Advisory over its 2022 termination of a $1.2 billion deal to acquire Brazilian nickel and copper mines, averting a London damages trial and removing a major market overhang.

South Africa
November 9, 2025
Rand firms as investors await mid-year budget; dollar eases
Financial Services & Investments

Rand firms as investors await mid-year budget; dollar eases

The South African rand strengthened against a softer dollar as investors looked to Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s mid‑year budget review for fiscal signals, with local bonds marginally firmer, key data due this week, and speculation of a possible S&P rating upgrade

South Africa
November 9, 2025
South Africa secures $925 million World Bank loan to bolster metropolitan services
Financial Services & Investments

South Africa secures $925 million World Bank loan to bolster metropolitan services

South Africa secured a $925 million World Bank loan—the lender’s first program‑for‑results operation in the country—to incentivize measurable improvements in water, electricity, and waste services across eight major metros over six years, aiming to stabilize municipal finances, enhance service delivery, and enable greater private participation.

South Africa
November 9, 2025
IFC Weighs €7.5M Loan for Catramp’s Regional Expansion
Financial Services & Investments

IFC Weighs €7.5M Loan for Catramp’s Regional Expansion

IFC is reviewing a €7.5 million loan to help Catramp expand regional warehousing and upgrade logistics hubs in Cameroon, with blended finance support and strong environmental and social commitments.

Cameroon
November 7, 2025
Rwanda bourse to launch Green Exchange Window
Financial Services & Investments

Rwanda bourse to launch Green Exchange Window

Rwanda’s stock exchange will launch a Green Exchange Window at the ASEA Kigali conference to standardize and scale green and sustainability-linked finance aligned with global best practices.

Rwanda
November 6, 2025
Egypt, Qatar Seal $29.7bn Mediterranean Real Estate Project
Financial Services & Investments

Egypt, Qatar Seal $29.7bn Mediterranean Real Estate Project

Qatar’s Qatari Diar will invest $29.7 billion in Egypt’s Alam Al-Roum coastal project, starting with a $3.5 billion fresh FDI land payment in December to shore up the economy.

Egypt
November 6, 2025
Rand Holds Steady as Global Stocks Pull Back
Financial Services & Investments

Rand Holds Steady as Global Stocks Pull Back

The rand held near 17.37 as global stocks corrected, with focus shifting to next week’s data and Wednesday’s budget statement amid Nedbank’s forecast of gradual fiscal improvement and a primary surplus around 2% of GDP.

South Africa
November 6, 2025
Sudan’s New SDG 2,000 Note Triggers Policy Credibility Debate
Financial Services & Investments

Sudan’s New SDG 2,000 Note Triggers Policy Credibility Debate

Sudan’s new SDG 2,000 note exposes policy contradictions and inflation risks, with stabilization hinging on strict execution, export‑proceeds control, and credible liquidity management.

Sudan
November 6, 2025
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