Ghana seeks private partner to launch new airline
Ghana is actively courting private investors to help launch its first functional national airline in over two decades, signaling a decisive shift away from state-led aviation models. The government’s transport ministry has begun formal market outreach, seeking qualified airline operators or aviation investors to hold a majority equity stake in a new joint venture carrier […]
New deal targets Africa’s supply chain finance gap
The International Finance Corporation and Standard Chartered Plc have unveiled a $300 million risk-sharing facility to boost supply chain finance across eight African countries, including Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa. IFC will provide up to $150 million in guarantees, with an initial $100 million tranche supporting transactions in US dollars and local currencies. The program […]
Canal+ plans JSE listing after MultiChoice acquisition
French media giant Canal+ has confirmed it will list on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) in June. The move follows the conglomerate’s $1.9 billion acquisition of MultiChoice, the continent’s largest cable television company, last year. The JSE listing—Canal+’s second after London—is intended to enhance long-term liquidity for the company as it navigates significant headwinds: MultiChoice’s […]
Kenya eases fuel quality rules to fix shortages
Kenya has lowered its fuel quality standards to help prevent a total economic shutdown as the conflict in the Middle East chokes global oil supplies. With the Strait of Hormuz effectively closed, the Ministry of Energy has temporarily raised the allowed sulfur limit to 50mg/kg—effectively allowing dirtier fuel into the country. This emergency waiver is […]
African airlines lead global cargo growth for March
While the rest of the world’s air cargo markets stalled, African airlines soared, posting a 7% year-on-year increase in demand for March 2026. According to the International Air Transport Association, Africa was the only region to record significant growth in a month when global demand fell 4.8%, partly due to the Iran–US conflict. The standout […]
Outdated finance rules stall Africa’s clean energy projects
A new study by an international climate finance researcher reveals that Africa’s green energy transition isn’t just suffering from a lack of cash, but from a financial architecture that is fundamentally unfit for purpose. Rules such as the “sovereign ceiling” restrict project ratings based on national risk, raising borrowing costs and limiting access to capital, […]
UAE’s OPEC exit raises stakes for Africa
The UAE’s departure from OPEC, effective May 1, is sending shockwaves through Africa’s oil-dependent economies. The UAE, which was the cartel’s third-largest producer, is pivoting toward “production flexibility,” allowing it to ramp up output toward its 5-million-barrels-per-day capacity without quota restrictions. For African exporters like Nigeria and Angola, this move signals a volatile new era. […]
Pretoria plans major overhaul to attract investment
South Africa has unveiled a proposal to dismantle exchange controls dating back as far as 1933, aiming to reclaim its status as Africa’s premier financial gateway. The National Treasury’s plan—which the Johannesburg Stock Exchange estimates could unlock $608 billion in long-term investment—aims to replace blunt capital restrictions with a modern, “positive-bias” approach. Key proposals include […]
Côte d’Ivoire’s strong growth faces headwinds
Côte d’Ivoire is cementing its status as West Africa’s economic powerhouse, with the IMF projecting 6.4% growth in 2026, supported by investments in energy, mining, and infrastructure. Recent developments, including a new gas discovery and a $190 million gold project, have boosted investor confidence, alongside favorable credit ratings that allowed the country to raise $1.3 […]
GLF Photography Awards 2026 Showcases The World’s Rangelands, From Indonesia To Chile
Three winners were selected out of 35 shortlisted photographs from around the world. These captivating images of rangelands and their communities are on exhibit online and at GLF Africa 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya The Global Landscapes Forum (GLF) announces the three winners of its GLF Photography Awards 2026, celebrating rangelands from across the world and the pastoralists who steward them. The finalists and the other 32 shortlisted entries are now on exhibit online and will be showcased at GLF Africa 2026, highlighting their aesthetic beauty and the stories behind them. Rangelands are ecosystems that are grazed by livestock or wildlife and can […]
