IMF / Senegal, Sri Lanka, India, Argentina
An IMF mission visited Dakar in November 2025, and discussions with Senegalese authorities on a new program are ongoing. A new mission chief, Mercedes Vera‑Martin, will travel to Dakar next week for introductory meetings with the new authorities and to…
Africa Must Rewire US$29.5 Trillion Mineral Endowment Around Industry, Infrastructure and Demand, Africa Finance Corporation Study Says
The report argues that improving geological data availability and quality is a necessary first step to de-risk projects and unlock exploration capital CAPE TOWN, South Africa, February 9, 2026/ — Africa hosts an estimated US$29.5 trillion in mine-site mineral value,…
Preventing Profit Loss: The ROI of Fast Disaster Repair
Image: pexels When a disaster hits, your business faces sudden interruption and panic. You start to worry about the financial effects of halt work. It is during these moments that acting fast becomes essential. Each minute delayed in the process…
Cayman Chamber Calls for Policy Execution as Business Pressures Intensify
George Town, Cayman Islands — The Cayman Islands Chamber of Commerce has issued a clear and data-backed call for improved policy execution, stability andaccountability, following the presentation of its 2025 State of Business Survey byChamber President Omari Corbin at the…
JN Money, DHL Express Partner to Launch First DHL Premier Branch in Cayman
JN Money has partnered with DHL Express to launch the first DHL Premier Branch in the Cayman Islands at its Eastern Avenue location, marking a significant milestone in the territory’s financial and logistics landscape. This strategic partnership brings together JN…
APO Group Appoints Libby Allen as Vice President: Brand & Creative
Strategic appointment elevates the Brand & Creative function to executive level OHANNESBURG, South Africa, January 22, 2026/ — APO Group (https://APO-OPA.com), the leading pan-African communications consultancy and press release distribution service, has appointed Libby Allen as Vice President: Brand &…
The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) Participates in Saudi Telecom Company’s USD 2.0 Billion Dual Tranche Sukuk Issuance
The transaction’s competitive pricing underscores market recognition of STC’s operational excellence, digital transformation agenda, and alignment with Saudi Vision 2030 EDDAH, Saudi Arabia, January 19, 2026/ — The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) (www.ICD-PS.org), the…
Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) Strengthens Partnership with Coris Bank International Benin through EUR 25 Million Shariah-Compliant Line of Financing to Boost Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) Development
This strategic financing facility will enable CBI Benin to provide much-needed capital to SMEs and corporate clients across Benin, supporting the country’s economic diversification efforts and private sector development JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia, January 8, 2026/ — The Islamic Corporation for…
Mukuru and Travelex Announce Strategic Alliance to Expand Cash Payout Options in South Africa
Customers can now access funds at any of Travelex’s 46 nationwide branches, strategically located in high-traffic, easily accessible areas OHANNESBURG, South Africa, January 6, 2026/ — Mukuru (www.Mukuru.com), a leading next-generation financial services platform, has partnered with Travelex, a market leader…
Africa’s Upstream Future: Momentum Builds, but Investment Discipline Remains a Hurdle (By NJ Ayuk)
To translate discoveries into development, Africa must confront the operational and investment challenges that stand in the way CAPE TOWN, South Africa, January 5, 2026/ — By NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman, African Energy Chamber (https://EnergyChamber.org). Two breakthrough offshore discoveries in Namibia…
