Chicago wheat futures tumbled to their lowest levels in five years on Tuesday, as increasing exports from top shipper Russia raised concerns about abundant global supply that continues to weigh heavily on international grain markets. The most-active wheat contract on the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT) fell 0.6% to $4.93-3/4 a bushel at 0553 GMT […]
In a decisive move to address South Africa’s mounting economic challenges, African National Congress (ANC) President Cyril Ramaphosa has unveiled an ambitious 10-point economic recovery plan designed to combat the triple crisis of poverty, unemployment, and escalating living costs that continue to burden millions of South Africans. The comprehensive strategy, presented at a special National […]
In a milestone moment for Kenya’s ambitious vision to become Africa’s leading technology and innovation hub, President William Ruto has officially inaugurated Phase 1 infrastructure and smart city facilities at Konza Technopolis, declaring the long-awaited development open for business and positioning the nation as a serious contender in the global digital economy. The October 13, […]
The United States federal government is beginning another week paralyzed by a political impasse, with no immediate resolution in sight as the shutdown extends into its third week. The gridlock in Washington has left hundreds of thousands of federal workers without paychecks, shuttered iconic government institutions, and raised mounting concerns about the cascading economic consequences […]
In a significant development that underscores the evolving energy dynamics of North Africa and the broader Middle East, Algeria has successfully negotiated a $5.4 billion production-sharing agreement with Saudi Arabia’s Midad Energy to explore and develop substantial oil and gas reserves in the strategically important Illizi Basin. The landmark deal, which partners the Saudi company […]
National Treasury and Economic Planning Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi is leading Kenya’s high-level delegation to the Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group, scheduled to take place from Monday, October 13, 2025 to Saturday, October 18, 2025 in Washington, D.C., marking a crucial opportunity for Kenya to engage with […]
The Trump administration has executed an extraordinary $20 billion financial rescue package for Argentina, a move that critics across the political spectrum are characterizing as politically motivated rather than driven by legitimate economic necessity or clear American strategic interests. The bailout has ignited fierce debate about the appropriate use of taxpayer dollars, particularly given the […]
Nigerian business stakeholders and government officials have enthusiastically applauded President Bola Tinubu’s sweeping economic reforms following a substantial $300 billion Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) commitment from Qatari investors targeting key strategic sectors of Africa’s largest economy. The landmark commitment was announced during a high-profile reception for a delegation from Future Union Group, Qatar, led by […]
Kenya and Burundi have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening economic collaboration by enhancing bilateral trade, expanding cross-border investment, and strengthening regional cooperation, as East and Southern African leaders convene in Nairobi for the 24th Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) Summit of Heads of State and Government. The renewed economic partnership was announced […]
France’s political turmoil has entered a critical new phase as Sébastien Lecornu, the country’s fifth prime minister in less than two years, announced his resignation on Monday after a mere 27 days in office, leaving the eurozone’s second-largest economy without a functioning government and its mounting debt crisis unresolved. Lecornu’s abrupt departure came after he […]
Kenya's fiscal deficit is projected to widen by 10.23 percent in the 2026/27 financial year (FY), signaling renewed pressure on...
Financial markets are experiencing a significant shift as the benchmark US 10-Year Treasury Yield has decisively fallen below the critical...
A comprehensive demographic research study conducted by the International Labour Organisation (ILO) has revealed alarming statistics about Nigeria's employment landscape,...
Africa's electric mobility story has long been characterized by unfulfilled promise rather than tangible progress. Infrastructure remains scarce across the...
