Economy Archives - Page 16 of 47

Power Rift Between Senegal’s President Faye and PM Sonko Deepens Coalition Crisis

A major political showdown has erupted in Senegal’s ruling coalition, pitting President Bassirou Diomaye Faye against his influential Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, just months after their historic 2024 electoral victory.…

Africa News Now November 13, 2025

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How Tanzania forfeited its esteemed crown jewel as the peaceful political powerhouse of the region

Since achieving independence on December 9th, 1961, Tanzania has established itself as the island of peace in Africa. This esteemed reputation is largely credited to the Tanzanian populace, renowned for…

Africa News Now November 12, 2025

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South Africa’s Unemployment Rate Falls to 31.9% as Construction and Trade Drive Job Growth

South Africa’s unemployment rate fell to 31.9% in the third quarter of 2025, down from 33.2% in the previous quarter, according to new data released on Tuesday by Statistics South…

Africa News Now November 11, 2025

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Angola Marks 50 Years of Independence Amid Ongoing Economic Hardship

Angola is marking the 50th anniversary of its independence from Portugal this Tuesday, November 11, reflecting on both the triumph of liberation and the persistent challenges that continue to shape…

Africa News Now November 10, 2025

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Germany’s President Frank-Walter Steinmeier Begins Three-Day State Visit to Ghana to Deepen Economic and Technological Ties

Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama on Monday, November 3, formally welcomed German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier to the Jubilee House in Accra, marking the start of a three-day state visit aimed…

Africa News Now November 4, 2025

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UN Security Council Backs Morocco’s Autonomy Plan for Western Sahara, Deepening Global Divide

The United Nations Security Council has voted to extend the mandate of its Western Sahara peacekeeping mission, MINURSO, for another year but this time with a major diplomatic shift. In…

Africa News Now November 1, 2025

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German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier to Visit Ghana from November 2–4

President of the Federal Republic of Germany, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, will arrive in Ghana on Sunday, November 2, for a three-day State Visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties between the two…

Africa News Now November 1, 2025

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Protests Erupt in Tanzania After Disputed Election, Internet Shutdown and Curfew Deepen Tensions

Hundreds of protesters returned to the streets of major Tanzanian cities on Thursday, defying curfews and a nationwide internet blackout imposed after a highly contested general election that human rights…

Africa News Now October 30, 2025

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Morocco Seeks UNESCO Heritage Status for Iconic Caftan as Global Symbol of Craftsmanship

Morocco is moving to secure global recognition for one of its most cherished cultural symbols the caftan, a centuries-old garment that embodies elegance, identity, and artisanal mastery. The North African…

Africa News Now October 30, 2025

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London Protesters Demand Global Action as Sudan’s War Reaches Breaking Point

Dozens of protesters rallied outside Downing Street on Wednesday, demanding stronger international action to end Sudan’s devastating civil war, now entering its third year with no sign of resolution. The…

Africa News Now October 30, 2025

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Ethiopia Pushes to Convert Commercial Debt into Concessional Loans Amid Economic Reforms

The Ethiopian government is in active negotiations with international creditors to convert a portion of its commercial debt into concessional loans, a move aimed at easing repayment pressures and lowering…

Africa News Now October 29, 2025