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Sep 1, 2026

Africa spends $58B, but has no top defence firm

The continent’s military spending hit a record, yet no African company made the world’s top 100.

Aug 31, 2026

Taliban offers Trump $1tn mineral prize

Afghanistan is pitching US companies as Congo gives American investors priority access to strategic mines.

Aug 26, 2026

Dangote wants $5B. Investors have one concern

The refinery is preparing for Africa's biggest listing, but its crude supply could shape the valuation.

Aug 24, 2026

MTN’s big bet is paying off

Africa’s biggest telecom reports stronger profits, while new risks emerge across global markets.

Sep 11, 2026

Somali women hold $3bn in gold

A new bank service lets Somali women use their gold jewellery as collateral instead of selling it.

Sep 10, 2026

US beats China to Egypt's AI hub

Egypt’s $1bn AI hub puts US technology ahead of China as the two powers compete for Africa’s AI market.

Sep 9, 2026

UK raises student visa requirement to $19,100

African students will need to show more money for living costs when applying for UK visas from November 30.

Sep 8, 2026

US buys 53k tonnes of Congo copper

Congo’s copper is gaining US buyers as discounted supply meets rising demand and tariff concerns.

Sep 7, 2026

Dangote cuts ship fuel exports

Global fuel-oil prices have surged 76% as refinery disruptions squeeze supplies and raise shipping costs.

Sep 5, 2026

Burkina Faso’s $10B gold boom

Saudi investors are now exploring opportunities in a sector that makes up 91% of the country’s exports.