Ghana tightens mining controls after spill and illegal extraction concerns
Ghana is stepping up environmental oversight of gold mines, with Chinese operators facing closure measures and South Africa’s Gold Fields also coming under scrutiny, RFI […]
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China gives Kenya $2 million for Ebola preparedness and drought response
Kenya on Thursday, October 8, received a $2 million grant from China to strengthen Ebola preparedness and support drought-relief efforts. Chinese Ambassador to Kenya Guo […]
Zimbabwe’s trade surplus widens to $526.5m in August as exports rise
Zimbabwe’s monthly trade surplus rose to US$526.5 million in August, up from US$320 million in July, according to figures released by the Zimbabwe National Statistics […]
US pledges support for Kenya’s critical minerals processing industry
The United States said on Wednesday it would support Kenya in developing a transparent critical minerals sector with local processing and value addition. Kenya is […]
US copper imports from DR Congo hit record 53,290 tonnes in July 2026
United States copper imports from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) reached a record 53,290 tonnes in July 2026 as buyers sought cheaper supplies amid […]
Senegalese Firms Face Financing and Standards Hurdles Despite China’s Zero-Tariff Policy
China’s zero-tariff policy is creating new opportunities for Senegalese exporters, but businesses continue to face financing, production, certification and market-access challenges. Former Senegalese Economy Minister […]
China pledges stronger military cooperation with South Sudan
China has pledged to deepen military cooperation with South Sudan by expanding dialogue, exchanges and collaboration between the armed forces of the two countries, reaffirming […]
Angola Cuts Interest Rate as Inflation Continues Downward Trend
On Tuesday, July 14 2026, Angola’s Central Bank has reduced its benchmark interest rate by 125 basis points to 15.75 per cent from 17.0 per […]
Kenya Denies Reports Linking Zimbabwean Businessman to $1.2bn Airport Expansion Project
The Kenyan Government has dismissed reports that a company linked to controversial Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo has been awarded a major contract to expand Nairobi’s […]
China-Africa Agri-Tech Forum Opens in Kenya to Strengthen Agricultural Cooperation
The 2026 China-Africa Agri-Tech and Industrial Cooperation Forum opened in Nairobi on June 9, bringing together policymakers, researchers and industry leaders to explore ways of […]