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High-Level Exchanges
Seychelles President Herminie Visits Russia to Forge Stronger Ties
From 20 to 23 April 2026, Seychelles President Patrick Herminie was on a state visit to Russia. On 22 April
FINANCE
UAE Exits OPEC Effective from the First of May 2026
As of the 1st of May 2026, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is no longer a member of the Organization
AGRIBUSINESS
Cote d’Ivoire Cashew Nuts Exports Bring In $623M in 2025
In 2025, the exports of cashew nuts brought in USD 623 million to Cote d’Ivoire. Cote d’Ivoire is one of
MINING
Ghana Amends Mining Code to Optimize Local Value Retention
On 27 April 2026, Ghana’s Minerals Commission held a press conference to reiterate the official policy of the Government of
HEALTH
Mahama Bags Financing for Seven Hospitals After Co-Chairing One Health Summit in France
Context of Visit Ghanaian President John Mahama successfully concluded an official visit to France from 6 to 9 April 2026
INFRASTRUCTURE
AFD and Transnet Sign €300M Green Loan to Modernize Rail in South Africa
On 4 May 2026, France’s Development Agency (AFD) Regional Director for Southern African Marie-Helene Loison and Transnet CEO Michelle Phillips
ENERGY
African Leaders Lead the Way for Energy Sovereignty at ‘The Africa We Build Summit 2026’
During ‘The Africa We Build Summit 2026’ held in Nairobi from 23 to 24 April 2026, a high-level panel discussion
MANUFACTURING
Hongwang Pledges $3B Investment in Bagamoyo Eco Maritime City
On 9 April 2026, Hongwang Tanzania signed an agreement with the Tanzania Investment and Special Economic Zones Authority (TISEZA) to
TECHNOLOGY
Dodai Secures $13M Series A Funding to Accelerate eMobility in Ethiopia
On 28 April 2026, Dodai signed agreements with the British International Investment (BII) and other Venture Capital (VC) firms for
