African markets and business updates

Kenya seeks new IMF financing agreement by June or July Program aims to strengthen fiscal buffers and budget flexibility Rising debt and global price shocks increase pressure on Kenya’s economy <p class="texte

After Nairobi, Macron prepares final major African tour

Vodacom disclosed $525.6 billion in processed mobile money transactions in the year through March 2026, but the figure consolidates Safaricom at 100% M-Pesa's transitioned from being a simple wallet to a f

Angola’s oil and gas sector is entering a new phase of digital acceleration, where artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing and enterprise IT systems are becoming integral to operational performance. Within this transition, IT services and consulting company Easy People is positioning itself as a partner of choice for operators seeking to scale efficiency through digital solutions. Easy

Libya’s Zawiya refinery resumes operations after clashes forced two-day shutdown Artillery shells struck refinery during security operation near Tripoli Refinery disruption threatens fuel supplies and Libya’s oil revenues

Zimbabwe's president wants to remove obstacles to his continued rule but international creditors are wary of his plans.

Verdant IMAP ( www.Verdant-Cap.com ) has advised Hea

President William Ruto signed three laws aimed at improving Kenya’s investment climate. The measures target taxes, special economic zones and technology hubs. Kenya seeks more foreign investment as debt pressures weigh on the economy. <p class="

Kenya, France sign 1 billion euro cooperation agreements in Nairobi Deals cover railways, energy, ports, aviation and digital transformation CMA C

Loulo-Gounkoto produced 80,000 ounces of gold in the first quarter of 2026. Barrick said the mine’s restart progressed faster than expected. The recovery could help lift Mali’s gold output after a sharp drop in 2025. <p class="textearticle"