Moody’s, the esteemed credit rating agency, delivered a sobering update on Friday, shifting its outlook on the United States’ credit rating from ‘stable’ to ‘negative.’ The move was prompted by a notable upswing in debt servicing costs and what the agency identified as “deep-seated political polarization.” In its statement, Moody’s underscored the increasing downside risks […]
Following a 30% devaluation of the kwacha currency against the dollar last week, Malawi is taking steps to regulate foreign currency transactions, aiming to stabilize its economic situation. Finance Minister Simplex Chithyola Banda announced on Monday that the country would impose restrictions on foreign currency transactions and intensify efforts against black market dealers. The devaluation […]
In a bid to alleviate concerns over mounting debt and economic stability, Kenyan President William Ruto has announced that Kenya will make an early repayment of $300 million towards its $2 billion Eurobond obligation. The payment, which was initially set for next June, will now take place in December, as reported by Ruto in his […]
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has recently highlighted a notable incongruity between the decreasing wholesale fuel costs and the prices motorists are encountering at the pumps across the UK. This has spurred discussions about the effectiveness of market competition and its ramifications on the ongoing cost of living challenges. According to the CMA’s latest […]
Nigeria, Africa’s leading oil producer, is facing a significant and persistent issue that is taking a toll on its economy: crude oil theft. The Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) has revealed that the country lost an estimated 620 million barrels of crude oil valued at $46 billion between 2009 and 2020. This revelation highlights […]
Kenya’s National Treasury is facing a significant liquidity challenge due to a convergence of factors, according to Cabinet Secretary Njuguna Ndung’u. Addressing the Finance and National Planning Committee, Ndung’u detailed the key issues that have led to this financial conundrum. At the core of the challenge are the maturing short-term debts, a weakening national currency, […]
Kenya and the Czech Republic have taken decisive steps to enhance their trade and investment relationship, building on a history of cooperation that dates back to 1993. During a visit to Kenya, Prime Minister Petr Fiala and President William Ruto met at State House Nairobi to consolidate their commitment to mutual growth and collaboration. President […]
In a positive turn of events, South Africa’s net foreign reserves have experienced a significant boost, reaching an impressive $55.510 billion at the close of October, as revealed by the latest central bank data. This surge is a notable increase from the $54.980 billion recorded in September, reflecting the nation’s strengthening financial position in the […]
Kenya’s electricity imports from Ethiopia have been reduced by half, a consequence of the severe drought affecting the Horn of Africa region. This setback was revealed by Energy Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir during the National Dialogue Committee hearings aimed at addressing the cost of living. Previously, Kenya had contracted to receive 200 megawatts of electricity […]
In an effort to align with the UAE’s upcoming COP28 conference, the World Governments Summit (WGS) Organization has unveiled a pivotal report, aptly titled “Net Zero: The Countdown Has Begun.” This comprehensive report offers a pragmatic assessment of global warming challenges while laying out five crucial actions for effective decarbonization. Produced in collaboration with respected […]
In a significant strategic development for both Kenya and the broader African continent, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development...
In a significant diplomatic and trade breakthrough, China on Friday officially signaled its approval for the export of critical rare...
In a comprehensive assessment of Nigeria's economic trajectory, the African Development Bank (AfDB) has released its 2025 Nigeria Country Focus...
East Africa's leading investment powerhouse, Centum Investment Company PLC, has sent ripples across the regional financial markets with a recent...
