Category: Africa
SA to Prioritise Economic Diplomacy
South Africa has vowed to strengthen its economic diplomacy during its 2026 Foreign Policy Outlook. South Africa’s Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, stated last week that is not about whether the country should engage…
Political Conflicts in Africa Cripple its Economies
By: David Shoombe The recent takeover of civilian government by the military in Guinea-Bissau brings the number of coups in Africa to ten in just five years. According to analysts, this not only undermines Africa’s long-term Agenda 2063 of “The…
African Authors’ Recognition Awards Launched
By: Loise Shiimi Namibia has launched and hosted its inaugural African Authors’ Recognition Award to celebrate authors and inspire them to continue on their creative journeys. The event took place in Ongwediva, Oshana Region, this…
We Need Fair and Transparent International Institutions – President
By: Mathias Hangala President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says developing countries need fair and transparent international lending institutions to ensure equitable access to global finance. She made these remarks on Saturday while addressing delegates at the recently concluded…
RMB Report Points to Africa’s Growing Investment Potential
By: Patemoshela Lukolo Africa remains an attractive destination for long-term investment despite global uncertainty, according to RMB’s Where to Invest in Africa 2025/26 report released this week. The report, authored by RMB Chief Economist Isaah Mhlanga, outlines…
SA Exits FATF Grey List, Nam Remains
By: Mathias Hangala South Africa officially exited the Financial Action Task Force (FATF)’s “Grey List” of jurisdictions under enhanced monitoring last Friday. The attention is now focused on Namibia, which faces the daunting task of balancing international compliance and domestic…
Hopes on AfCFTA Liberalisation to Cushion AGOA Loss
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Hangala Various African countries are facing economic shocks, such as production slowdown, export revenue fall, retrenchment, and competitiveness edge after the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) came to an end in September 2025. Will the liberalisation of…
IMF to Avail Zero-Interest Loans for Africa’s Climate Resilience and Preparedness
By: Mathias Hangala The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has announced it will offer zero-interest loans to support Africa’s climate resilience and pandemic preparedness, as part of broader efforts to bolster long-term development on the continent. This announcement was…
Namibia Joins Africa in Condemning Madagascar Coup
By: Mathias Hangala Namibia has expressed concern over the recent political upheaval in Madagascar, joining a growing chorus of African nations condemning the military takeover in the island nation. In a statement issued on Tuesday, President Netumbo…
Credit Rating Agencies Not Yielding to Continental Analysts
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Hangala An analysis of rating actions and commentaries issued by international credit rating agencies (CRAs) on African countries has revealed that they have refused to invest in-country analysts through physical presence in Africa. According to the African…