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Economy & Finance

China Named Strategic Partner for West Africa IMT Summit 2026

China has been confirmed as a Strategic Country Partner for the 2026 West Africa Industrialisation, ...

  • 3 March 2026
  • Business

ECOWAS Raises Alarm Over Gulf Tensions, Warns of Economic Fallout for West Africa

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has issued a strong warning over escalating ...

  • 2 March 2026
  • Business

Ghana Emerges as West Africa’s Island of Stability Amid Regional Turbulence

As political instability, coups, and security challenges continue to unsettle parts of West Africa, Ghana ...

  • 27 February 2026
  • Books and Literature

Ramadan in Libya Marred by Soaring Prices, Fuel Shortages, and Economic Struggles

Libyans have been marking Ramadan with traditional feasts and fireworks, yet many are facing a ...

  • 23 February 2026
  • Africa

Mahama Orders Medical Evacuation of Ghanaian Traders Injured in Burkina Faso Attack

President John Dramani Mahama has directed the Ghana Armed Forces to evacuate Ghanaian traders injured ...

  • 18 February 2026
  • Burkina Faso
Bangladesh economy

IMF Predicts 4.7% Jump for Bangladesh Economy Despite High Inflation

The era of stagnation may be coming to a close for Dhaka. The International Monetary ...

  • 30 January 2026
  • Economy & Finance
ECONOMY

Hong Kong Economy Beats Estimates with 3.5% Growth in 2025

Hong Kong’s economy expanded by 3.5% in 2025, according to preliminary government data released on ...

  • 30 January 2026
  • Business
Rwanda asylum deal arbitration

Rwanda Sues UK for $130M Over Asylum Deal Breach

The diplomatic fallout from one of Britain’s most controversial immigration policies has moved from Parliament ...

  • 28 January 2026
  • Economy & Finance
UPS

UPS to Cut 30,000 Roles in $3B Turnaround Strategy

United Parcel Service (UPS) announced on Tuesday that it will eliminate up to 30,000 operational ...

  • 27 January 2026
  • Business
EU

Global Shift: India and the EU Finalize Historic Trade Agreement

After nearly two decades of “will-they-won’t-they” negotiations, India and the European Union have finally closed ...

  • 26 January 2026
  • Business
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