African markets and business updates

Kenya and the United States are advancing a new phase of health cooperation anchored on stronger national systems, country ownership and sustainable health outcomes. This was the focus of discussions between Cabinet Secretary for Health Hon. Aden Duale and the newly appointed United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Kenya Country Director, Dr Runa Gokhale, during an introductory courtesy call. Hon. Duale acknowledged the more than four decades of partnership between Kenya and the U.S. CDC and its contribution to strengthening the country’s public health system.…

H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, this morning signed the Book of Condolences in honour of His Majesty King Harald V of #Norway at the Embassy of the Kingdom of Norway in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. On this solemn occasion, Mr. Youssouf conveyed, on behalf of the AU Commission, deepest condolences & profound sympathy to the Government & people of the Kingdom of Norway, while paying tribute to the life, legacy and service of His Majesty. The Chairperson was received at the Embassy by H.E. Ms. Yngvild Berggrav, Ambassador-Designate of the Kingdom of Norway to Ethiopia & Permanent Representative to the AU.…

The Western Cape Government welcomes today's judgment by the Supreme Court of Appeal dismissing the appeals brought by Equal Education and the South African Democratic Teachers' Union (SADTU) against key provisions of the Western Cape's education reforms. The judgment upholds the earlier ruling of the Western Cape High Court and confirms the lawfulness of legislative provisions relating to collaboration schools, donor-funded schools, intervention facilities and the Western Cape Schools Evaluation Authority (WCSEA).…

Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi received a phone call from the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The Spokesman for the Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy, said the President congratulated the Saudi Crown Prince on the approaching Saudi National Day, expressing his wishes for continued stability and prosperity for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia under the wise leadership of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the Crown Prince.…

The Just Energy Transition (JET) Concert, a highlight of the upcoming African Energy Week (AEW) Conference and Exhibition this October, has announced its 2026 line-up, bringing together some of the continent’s established and emerging musical talent for an evening celebrating African energy, culture and creativity. Taking place at the Grand Africa Café & Beach in Cape Town on Monday, October 12 from 18:00 to 23:00, the concert will feature performances by Keasungs, Mafikizolo, Roga Roga & Extra Musica and DJ Dollar, before Nigerian singer and songwriter Adekunle Gold closes the evening as the headline act. The event will officially kick-start AEW 2026, which runs October 12-16 in Cape Town.…

Guyana is rapidly approaching one million barrels per day of oil production, but the country’s next wave of growth could be defined as much by what happens beyond the oil fields as by the continued expansion of offshore output. That was the message from senior government and industry leaders in Georgetown on Tuesday as Caribbean Energy Week (CEW) 2027 officially launched in-country, bringing investors and energy stakeholders together around Guyana’s expanding pipeline of opportunities.…

Two decades after its founding, the Korea-Africa Economic Cooperation (KOAFEC) partnership opens a new chapter in Seoul next week, with artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure at the heart of discussions on Africa’s economic transformation. The 8th KOAFEC Ministerial Conference ( ) will run from 8 to 11 September under the theme “Harnessing AI and Digital Infrastructure for Africa’s Transformation.” It will bring together African ministers, senior Korean officials, development partners, private sector leaders, investors, innovators and start-up founders. They will explore how technology, investment and value creation can accelerate Africa’s development.…

The Right Honourable, the Prime Minister Samuel Ntsokoane Matekane formed part of the Heads of State and Government who attended the African Union Extraordinary Session in Luanda, Angola. The session brought together African leaders to deliberate on matters of continental importance and strengthen collective efforts towards Africa’s development and integration. Prime Minister Samuel Ntsokoane Matekane also visited United Capital Fertilizers (UCF) in Zambia where he toured the facility lead by UCF Board Chairperson, Mr. Chance Kabaye and his team.…

The Nigeria NOW! takes place on 19 and 20 November at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre, under the patronage of the Honourable Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake. Between 500 and 600 delegates are expected across energy, infrastructure and mining. The Federal Ministry of Solid Minerals Development is partnering with EnergyNet to deliver the first Nigeria NOW!, and has committed to remain involved through the preparatory period rather than at the event alone. The Ministry hosted the Abuja launch, secured the patronage of the Honourable Minister, and convened three further federal ministries as deliberate participants. Speaking at the launch through Engr.…

The High Commission of Sri Lanka in Pretoria successfully conducted a Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Event at the Rosebank Sunday Market, Johannesburg, on 30 August 2026, showcasing the country’s diverse tourism attractions and experiences to an international audience. Rosebank is one of Johannesburg’s popular destinations and attracts visitors from various countries. The event provided a platform for the High Commission to promote Sri Lanka’s rich cultural heritage, natural beauty, wildlife, cuisine and diverse travel experiences to a broad and multicultural audience. A range of Sri Lanka tourism promotional materials was distributed among visitors.…