When fully operational, SEA-ME-WE-6 is expected to significantly improve internet connectivity and resilience across participating regions, enhance data traffic efficiency, and meet surging demand for ...

The announced reforms are pivotal in expanding affordable connectivity, building a future-ready digital workforce, and establishing Ghana as a frontrunner in Africa’s telecom and digital economy ...

Inflation within the West African Economic and Monetary Union (UEMOA) fell to a two-year low of 0.6% in May, bolstered by a decline in food costs. • The Central Bank of West African States (BCEAO) cut ...

Kenya plans to replace 20,000 transformers as part of a 4.3 billion KSh ($33 million) investment. The project aims to reduce outages and improve grid reliability, especially in rural areas. Kenya’s ...

President Mahama introduces free tuition fees for all first-year students in public universities. Ghana’s university enrollment rates remain low due to high tuition costs and recent fee hikes.

South Africa plans to boost citrus exports from 164.5 million cartons in 2024 to 260 million cartons by 2032, a 58% increase. The sector faces trade barriers, including tariffs from the US, India, ...

Perseus Mining holds 80% of Tanzania’s $523 million Nyanzaga mine. • Tanzania’s government maintains a free 20% stake. • Nyanzaga will add 200,000 ounces of gold a year by 2027. Perseus Mining is ...

Guinea secured €95.16 million to build three micro-hydro plants. • The plants will generate 30 MW total for underserved central regions. • Guinea targets SDG 7 by boosting electrification, especially ...

EY is preparing to leave Francophone Sub-Saharan Africa by 2026 • The exit could unlock $500 million to $1 billion in annual market potential • Local firms and global players like KPMG and Deloitte ...

Azumah Resources starts building Black Volta gold mine in Ghana, aiming for 163,000 oz/year • Funded by shareholders; initial cost estimated at $147 million in 2020 • Project delayed by a contract ...

The World Bank opens the door to supporting civilian nuclear energy in Africa • Several countries, including Ghana, Nigeria, and Rwanda, plan nuclear projects • Experts warn of debt risks, security ...

As cybersecurity asserts itself as a pillar of digital sovereignty in West Africa, technology-free zones are taking on a strategic role in safeguarding national ecosystems. Speaking on the sidelines ...