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Published on 06:30 GMT

Togo 20-year loan overcomes African freeze: IFR

Overcoming challenging conditions for sub-Saharan Africa sovereigns in public bond markets, sub-investment-grade Togo has used credit enhancement from Lloyd's of London insurers and the African Development Bank’s concessional lending arm to raise 20- …

Source: Zawya - Indeterminate
Published on 08:25 GMT

Could Africa's Forever War Finally End?

President Donald Trump’s second-term attempts at brokering peace in Gaza and Ukraine have gained little traction. But there is one place where the United States’ involvement might yet help bring peace: the Democratic Republic of the Congo, where for three …

Source: Foreign Affairs - Pending
Published on 07:53 GMT

Power Failures Drive Nigeria’s Renewables Push as NERC Strengthens Regulatory Backbone

Amid worsening power grid failures and deep-rooted energy sector challenges, Nigeria is accelerating its transition to renewable energy — with a renewed focus on decentralized systems and regulatory reforms led by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory …

Source: City 105.1 FM - Indeterminate
Published on 03:20 GMT

Nigeria, others face 20-year COVID rebound – W’Bank

The World Bank has said that it may take Nigeria and other developing countries about 20 years to recover from the economic losses suffered during the COVID-19 pandemic. This was disclosed by the Senior Vice President and Chief Economist, World Bank Group, …

Source: Punch - Indeterminate
Published on Jun 16, 2025

Together For Her : When Girls are Heard, Whole Communities Rise World Bank – UNFPA Joint Op-Ed

- Advertisement - By Eleonora Cavagnero, Regional SWEDD+ Project Leader at the World Bank, and Dr Nafissatou Diop, SWEDD+ Project Director at the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) West and Central Africa regional office On this Day of the African …

Source: The Standard Gambia - Neutral
Published on 00:01 GMT

Liberians request more biometric ID centers as govt poised to expand enrollment

The National Identification Registry of Liberia (NIR) will have to positively respond to requests from citizens for the creation of more biometric ID card issuance centers as it hopes to get more funding to speed up enrollment in all parts of the country. …

Source: Biometric Update - Neutral
Published on Jun 16, 2025

Nigeria back on the road to industrialisation — Finance Minister Edun tells investors

Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has declared that the country is once again charting a clear path toward industrialisation, after decades of economic stagnation following independence. He made this known while …

Source: Nairametrics - Neutral
Published on Jun 16, 2025

Mali court strips Canadian giant Barrick of gold mine operation for six months

A Mali court ruled Monday that western gold mines held by Canadian giant Barrick would be managed for six months by an appointee, effectively stripping operation of one of the world's largest gold complexes from the firm. The decision allows Mali's …

Source: Modern Ghana - Neutral
Published on Jun 16, 2025

Shetimma: Africa must leverage sovereign funds to build climate resilience

Vice-President Kashim Shettima says Africa must stop relying on foreign financial models and instead harness the power of regional cooperation and homegrown capital to drive development across the continent. Shettima spoke on Monday at the ongoing 4th …

Source: The Cable - Neutral
Published on Jun 16, 2025

Nigeria’s Quiet Economic Reordering

For years, Nigeria’s economy staggered under the weight of distortions that rewarded insiders and punished the wider population. Billions of dollars were drained each year to sustain fuel subsidies—a scheme that, while politically popular, served more as a …

Source: Equity Media - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Jun 16, 2025

A solar revolution in African agribusiness

Every farmer that has ever worked the soils has relied on the power of the Sun. But farmers around the world are increasingly looking to harness the Sun in another way – through generating electricity from solar photovoltaic panels. In Africa, farming in …

Source: African Business - Neutral
Published on Jun 16, 2025

Wale Edun: Africa Must Mobilise Its Own Capital to Drive Economic Transformation

Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has issued a clarion call for Africa’s sovereign wealth funds to take centre stage in transforming the continent’s economies, urging them to move beyond their traditional …

Source: Arise News - Neutral
Published on Jun 16, 2025

Market Development Opportunities in Credit Scoring: A Strategic Analysis for Ghana’s Financial Ecosystem

Introduction The evolution of credit scoring markets presents significant development opportunities, particularly in emerging economies like Ghana. This comprehensive analysis explores key market development opportunities through multiple lenses: …

Source: Business and Financial Times - Pending
Published on 08:35 GMT

Global growth to slow to 2.3 % this year – Report

Global growth is projected to slow to 2.3 per cent in 2025, nearly half a percentage point lower than the rate that had been expected at the start of the year, World Bank’s latest Global Economic Prospects report has said. The report said Sub-Saharan …

Source: Ghanaian Times - Indeterminate
Published on Jun 16, 2025

Biodlink's Bevacizumab Approved For Market Launch In Nigeria, Accelerating Global Expansion

(MENAFN- PR Newswire) BioDlink's Bevacizumab Injection has been granted marketing authorization by Nigeria's National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) , following GMP certifications in Brazil (a PIC/S member) , …

Source: MENAFN - Indeterminate
Published on 03:49 GMT

FDI Inflows to Developing Economies Drop to Lowest Level Since 2005

•About 2.8 billion people unable to afford healthy diet worldwide Ndubuisi Francis in Abuja Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflows to developing economies, a key trigger of economic growth and higher living standards, have dwindled to the lowest level …

Source: This Day - Pro-Government
Published on Jun 16, 2025

Over N800bn Lost Annually To Road Crashes In Nigeria – Experts

1 It is not an exaggeration to say that Road Traffic crashes RTC places an enormous financial burden, not only on families of victims, but also on society at large and the governments, prompting experts to reveal research findings that up to 5% of Nigeria …

Source: Daily Independent - Pending
Published on Jun 16, 2025

Liberia: Former NIC Executive Director Wisner Invited To Present At Ecowas Parliament Special Committee Session

The Special Committee session comes at a critical time for the region, which is facing alarmingly high unemployment rates, particularly among youth. Monrovia – Former Executive Director of the National Investment Commission (NIC), Mr. George G. Wisner II, …

Source: Front Page Africa - Neutral
Published on Jun 16, 2025

Africa: Insufficient Domestic Funding Hinders Education Progress

(MENAFN- APO Group) Most African governments have consistently failed to meet global and regional education funding targets to ensure quality public education, Human Rights Watch said today on the African Union 's Day of the African Child. The 2025 …

Source: MENAFN - Indeterminate

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Published on June 16, 2025 - 09:07 GMT

Bangladesh Secures USD250M World Bank Funding

(MENAFN) The World Bank’s board of executive directors has greenlit $250 million in funding aimed at elevating public sector efficiency across Bangladesh by enhancing transparency, accountability, and operational effectiveness within pivotal government …

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Published on June 16, 2025 - 08:00 GMT

Rising Global Poverty Line Exposes Deep Inequities in Chocolate Supply Chains

Chocolate industry leaders urged to address structural income disparities as new World Bank poverty data reveals moral and market risk. PARIS, FRANCE, June 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The World Bank’s recent decision to raise the …

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Published on June 15, 2025 - 18:35 GMT

Saudi Arabia, Qatar start financial assistance to Syria

(MENAFN) Saudi Arabia and Qatar have unveiled a joint initiative to provide financial assistance to Syria’s public sector workers, aiming to support the country’s broader economic recovery, according to official reports. The aid will be distributed over …

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Published on June 13, 2025 - 21:54 GMT

Millicom (Tigo) Strengthens South American Leadership with USD 380 Million Acquisition of Telefónica Ecuador

Millicom (Tigo) Strengthens South American Leadership with USD 380 Million Acquisition of Telefónica Ecuador Key Highlights: The acquisition reinforces Millicom’s strategic position and operating scale in Latin America, strengthening its platform for long- …

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Published on June 13, 2025 - 17:00 GMT

Services Council spotlights good regulatory practices, advances discussions on other issues

On 10 June, members also participated in an event under the “Simply Services” series, which serves as an informal platform for sharing the latest developments in trade in services (see below). Thematic session on good regulatory practices An informal …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry
Published on June 12, 2025 - 15:53 GMT

Beyond Barbecue: How Biochar and Industrial Fuel Use Are Reshaping the Wood-Charcoal Market

Wood-charcoal is shifting from cooking fuel to a key resource in industrial energy, biochar farming & carbon credits, driven by trade and sustainability trends NEWARK, DE, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Traditionally …

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Published on June 13, 2025 - 00:22 GMT

Participants in IFD Agreement step up outreach and needs assessments for developing members

Parties to the IFD Agreement highlighted progress in assisting developing and least-developed country members with needs assessments aimed at helping them prepare for implementation of the Agreement. Participants also reaffirmed their commitment to …

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Published on June 17, 2025 - 11:31 GMT

Angel School and Auptimate Join Forces to Unlock Asia’s Emerging Angel Investing and Syndicate Ecosystem

Angel School has partnered with Auptimate to create the next generation of startup investors and angel syndicate leaders in Asia. SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Angel School, the global education platform for angel …

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Published on June 17, 2025 - 11:12 GMT

IUX Makes Trading Education Easier with Free Resources on YouTube

Explore IUX’s new YouTube Academy—free, easy-to-follow videos designed to help traders of all levels improve skills and master the markets. LIMASSOL, VINCENT, CYPRUS, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- IUX, a leading global trading platform, is …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Companies ...
Published on June 17, 2025 - 11:11 GMT

A Fresh Take on the Path to Entrepreneurial Mastery

MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What does a 2,000-year-old battleﬁeld dialogue have to do with today’s startups? In "Beyond Mediocrity: Transformative Frameworks," Silicon Valley venture builder …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Book Publishing Industry ...
Published on June 17, 2025 - 11:10 GMT

Extel Launches 2025 Developed Europe, UK Small & Midcap and Emerging EMEA Research Rankings

BofA Securities and J.P. Morgan share #1 research provider in Developed Europe survey. BofA Securities, HSBC and J.P. Morgan share first in Emerging EMEA LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Extel are the leading provider …

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Published on June 17, 2025 - 11:05 GMT

ORIGYN Launches Certification Cost Calculator and Certificate Viewer to Simplify Real-World Asset Tokenization

ORIGYN, the decentralized protocol for certifying RWA on-chain, has released two powerful new features on its dashboard. NEUCHâTEL, SWITZERLAND, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ORIGYN, the decentralized protocol for certifying real-world assets on- …

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Published on June 17, 2025 - 11:02 GMT

Introducing Tap2Read Christian Bracelet: An Innovative Bracelet for Daily Inspirations

Introducing Tap2Read Christian Bracelet: An Innovative Bracelet for Daily Inspirations LAGOS, LAGOS , NIGERIA, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a world filled with uncertainty, stress, anxiety, depression, and distractions, a constant …

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Published on June 17, 2025 - 11:00 GMT

Staffing Agencies Rethink Overhead Amid Growth Uncertainty

With economic signals sending mixed messages, staffing firms are closely examining their overhead to remain agile in an unpredictable market. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Leading invoice funding company Charter …

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Published on June 17, 2025 - 11:00 GMT

EvidenceCare Launches The BetterCare Platform™ with AI Investment and CareInsights™

EvidenceCare has launched The BetterCare Platform™ to unite physician-centered solutions under one platform, including a bold AI investment and product rebrand. NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- EvidenceCare, a …

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Published on June 17, 2025 - 10:53 GMT

Ginagawa ng IUX na Mas Madali ang Pagkatuto tungkol sa Trading sa pamamagitan ng mga Libreng Resource sa YouTube

Mas Madaling Pagkatuto ng Trading: Inilunsad ng IUX ang Libreng Education Academy sa YouTube para sa Lahat ng Antas ng Trader. LIMASSOL, VINCENT, CYPRUS, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nananabik ang IUX, na isang nangungunang pandaigdigang …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Conferences & Trade Fairs ...
Published on June 17, 2025 - 10:40 GMT

HeadSpin Secures SOC 2® Type II and SOC 3® Compliance—Raising the Bar for Trust and Transparency

HeadSpin completes SOC 2® Type II and SOC 3® audits, reinforcing its commitment to enterprise-grade security, data protection, and operational transparency. RIVERSIDE, CA, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HeadSpin, the industry …

Distribution channels: Amusement, Gaming & Casino, Banking, Finance & Investment Industry ...
Published on June 17, 2025 - 10:26 GMT

Big Lab Reports Growing Demand for Low-Rise Luxury Waterfront Housing in Dubai

Buyers in Dubai are shifting from high-rise towers to low-rise waterfront homes with limited units, privacy, and architectural distinction. DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Big Lab Reports Growing Demand for Low- …

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Published on June 17, 2025 - 10:00 GMT

GOLF LIVE SECURES INVESTMENTS FROM LIV GOLF & PGA TOUR PROFESSIONALS

Abraham Ancer, 6 World-wide Professional Titles, and Kramer Hickok, PGA Tour Professional, are recent investors in Golf LIVE's $4MM Capital Raise. SCOTTSDALE, AZ, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Golf Live is pleased to …

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Published on June 17, 2025 - 10:00 GMT

The Open Wing Alliance Releases Results Of Largest-Ever Global Investigation Into Industrial Egg Farms In 37 Countries

Investigation highlights documented overcrowding, unsanitary conditions, and potential public health concerns across international egg supply chains. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Open Wing Alliance, a …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Banking, Finance & Investment Industry ...
Published on June 17, 2025 - 10:00 GMT

CyXcel Introduces Digital Risk Management Platform; Makes Managing Digital Risk and Resilience Simpler & More Efficient

Launch supported by research showing nearly 1/4 of US businesses surveyed do not have an AI policy or governance in place despite ranking AI as a top risk ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Responding decisively …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, IT Industry ...
Published on June 17, 2025 - 09:50 GMT

Power, Prestige, and Purpose: Business Elite’s 2025 '40 Under 40' Gala Illuminates Miami

MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On the evening of May 29th, 2025, the W South Beach in Miami played host to a dazzling celebration of achievement, innovation, and leadership during the Business Elite’s “40 Under 40” …

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Published on June 17, 2025 - 09:35 GMT

IDS Next: First Global Hospitality ERP to Deploy Autonomous AI Support

Integrated with Salesforce’s autonomous AI agents, IDS Next pioneers a new era in customer support in hospitality software BENGALURU, KARNATAKA, INDIA, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- IDS Next, a global leader in hospitality technology, has …

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Published on June 17, 2025 - 08:47 GMT

Morocco International Mining Congress & Exhibition 2025: Showcasing Africa’s Most Attractive Mining Jurisdiction

The 2nd Morocco Mining Conference, IMC 2025, will be held on 24–26 Nov in Marrakech, uniting leaders for talks, exhibitions, site visits, and more. MARRAKECH, MOROCCO, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- IMC 2025, the second edition of the …

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Published on June 17, 2025 - 08:30 GMT

Daon Partners with SmartSearch to Strengthen Identity Verification and Fraud Prevention Across Regulated Industries

Daon’s advanced AI-powered biometric technology integration enhances SmartSearch’s customer onboarding while reducing manual review processes DUBLIN, IRELAND, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Daon®, The Digital Identity Trust Company, today announced …

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Published on June 17, 2025 - 08:18 GMT

Alona Lebedieva: In 2025, External Debt Poses Less Risk to Macroeconomic Stability than Inflation

KYIV, UKRAINE, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For the first time since the onset of the full-scale war, Ukraine has made a payment on external debt raised after February 2022 — $171 million to the IMF under the Rapid Financing Instrument ( …

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Published on June 17, 2025 - 08:00 GMT

Darlington Building Society Strengthens Capabilities with SBP Core MSS in SaaS

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SBS, a leader in banking solutions, is happy to announce that Darlington Building Society has chosen to enhance its core banking capabilities by upgrading to a Software-as-a-Service …

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