In a move reflecting a cautious stance amidst a complex global economic landscape, the Bank of Namibia (BoN), the nation’s central bank, announced on Wednesday its decision to keep its main interest rate, the repo rate, unchanged at 6.75%. This marks the second consecutive Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting where the rate has been held […]
In a move poised to significantly bolster its agricultural export sector, Kenya has received a major vote of confidence from the European Union (EU), which has officially classified the East African nation as a “low-risk” country under its stringent new anti-deforestation regulations. This critical reclassification is set to provide a substantial boost to Kenyan exporters, […]
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s high-stakes bid to persuade U.S. President Donald Trump to ease punitive tariffs on Japanese automotive exports appears to have fallen flat at the recent G7 Leaders’ Summit in Calgary, Alberta. Ishiba’s diplomatic setback, underscored by a lack of tangible progress on a critical trade dispute, casts a long shadow over […]
The South African sugar industry, a vital component of the nation’s agricultural economy and a cornerstone of rural livelihoods, is facing an existential threat. SA Canegrowers, the representative body for the country’s sugarcane farmers, has issued a dire warning: a relentless influx of cheap, often subsidised, sugar imports is imperiling thousands of jobs and destabilising […]
In a significant move aimed at bolstering international trade and investment, the Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA), in partnership with the Embassy of Hungary and other key stakeholders, successfully co-hosted the Kenya-Hungary Business Forum on June 16, 2025. This high-profile event, held in Nairobi, served as a crucial platform to facilitate robust business-to-business (B2B) engagements […]
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) has long been recognized as a powerful engine for economic growth, job creation, and technological advancement in developing economies. However, new research from the World Bank paints a concerning picture: FDI flows to low- and middle-income countries have plummeted to their lowest levels since 2005. This alarming decline reflects a troubling […]
Accra, Ghana & Abidjan, Ivory Coast: In a significant standoff shaking the African mining sector, major gold producers operating in Ghana and Ivory Coast are refusing to comply with new tax increases imposed this year. Industry sources indicate that these companies argue the revised regulations flout the terms of their existing licence agreements, raising fundamental […]
In a significant boost to Kenya’s burgeoning micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), President William Ruto has announced a transformative KSh 5 billion (approximately $38.5 million USD) grant initiative, set to benefit over 100,000 small businesses across the nation. This landmark program, launched in partnership with the World Bank, underscores the government’s unwavering commitment to […]
Despite persistent economic volatility and rising geopolitical tensions, global advertising spend is projected to grow by a robust 6.2% this year, reaching an impressive $1.16 trillion. This forecast, from Warc, a leading specialist in marketing effectiveness, reflects a resilient industry adapting to challenging market conditions. However, the projection marks a slight downward revision of 0.5 […]
The fourth China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo (CAETE), which concluded on Sunday, June 15, 2025, in Changsha, has set new benchmarks for collaboration, announcing a remarkable 176 signed projects valued at $11.4 billion. This represents a significant 45.8% increase in the number of projects and a 10.6% rise in total value compared to the previous […]
In a pivotal moment for Kenya's economic trajectory, President William Ruto has officially assented to three critical National Assembly Bills:...
In a significant pronouncement that reverberates through the burgeoning digital asset landscape, the Bank for International Settlements (BIS), often referred...
The Coca-Cola Company, a global beverage giant, has unveiled a groundbreaking study highlighting its monumental socio-economic impact across the African...
A transformative era has dawned for chilli farmers in Kenya's coastal region with the official commissioning of a state-of-the-art Sh250...
