Angola’s Central Bank Lowers Benchmark Rate as Inflation Eases
The Bank of Angola has reduced its benchmark interest rate by 100 basis points to 17.50 ...
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US House Approves AGOA Extension, Signalling Continued Trade Partnership with Africa
The United States House of Representatives has approved the extension of the African Growth and Opportunity ...
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Shell Acquires Chevron’s Stakes in Angola’s Offshore Blocks
Shell has finalised an agreement to acquire Chevron’s stakes in two undeveloped ultra-deepwater offshore blocks in ...
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Chinese Yuan Officially Recognised as a Convertible Currency in Zambia
Zambia has officially added the Chinese Yuan to its list of convertible foreign currencies, a decision ...
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Jubilee Metals Secures US$10 Million from South African Asset Sale
Jubilee Metals Group PLC has confirmed the receipt of US$10 million following the sale of its ...
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South Africa’s Business Activity Contracts at Fastest Pace in 11 Months, PMI Data Shows
South Africa’s business activity declined at its sharpest pace in nearly a year in December, reflecting ...
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South Africa to Lower Petrol and Diesel Prices as Global Oil Costs Ease
South Africa’s Department of Mineral Resources and Energy has announced that domestic fuel prices will fall ...
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Botswana to Open Moscow Embassy and Boost Ties with Russia
Botswana is set to establish a new embassy in Moscow as part of a broader diplomatic ...
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South African Rand Opens 2026 on a Stable Note as Global Caution Persists
The South African rand began 2026 on a steady footing during subdued holiday trading as global ...
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Shuka Minerals Extends Timeline for Leopard Exploration Acquisition
Shuka Minerals PLC has announced another extension to the completion date of its planned acquisition of ...
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