Africa dominates list of the world’s 20 fastest-growing economies in 2024—AfDB says in macroeconomic report
The latest report is calling for cautious optimism given the challenges posed by global and regional risks. These risks include rising geopolitical tensions, increased regional...
ECOWAS withdrawal the latest chapter in relationship once seen as positive
Afrobarometer surveys conducted in 2019/2021 showed that citizens in the three countries held largely favourable views of ECOWAS, rating its economic and political influence...
South Africa Elections: Ruling ANC Suspends Ex-President Zuma for Backing a New Party in elections
The announcement followed weeks of intrigue over whether the ANC would act against Zuma, who led the ANC from 2007-2017 and was president of...
Morocco among World’s strongest military powers, ranks 61st
The Royal Armed Forces has maintained its rank among the 61 most powerful armies in the world, according to the latest 2024 ranking by...
Trade-COP28: Africa could lose $25 billion per year as new EU carbon tax comes into effect, AfDB’s Adesina warns
With Africa’s energy deficit and reliance mainly on fossil fuels, especially diesel, the implication is that Africa will be forced to export raw commodities...
