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Can Africa claim the 21st century? World Bank Blog By Andrew Dabalen, Chief Economist, Africa, and Chorching Goh, Lead Economist, Africa
Panapress
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June 23, 2025
23 june 2025 - 09:13:04 MA/AR 81 Views Panafrican News Agency Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (PANA) - In 2000, the World Bank published, “Can Africa Claim the 21st Century?” This landmark report proposed four crucial areas of progress, and the priorities...
African Mining Week 2025 Set To Drive Investment And Sustainable Growth
MENAFN
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June 23, 2025
(MENAFN- APO Group) In the fast-changing mineral economy, African Mining Week (AMW) 2025 – taking place October 1-3 in Cape Town – is set to become the definitive platform for shaping the future of the African mining industry. Taking place under...
Economic reforms spur renewed growth, price, exchange rate stability
Tribune Online
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June 23, 2025
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu said his administration’s bold economic reforms are delivering strong growth, price stability, and a more stable exchange rate—a trajectory recognised by both international financial institutions and industry...
Africa’s energy future must be built on reality, not rhetoric
Business Day
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June 23, 2025
Across the world, the drive to cut carbon emissions has triggered a sweeping shift toward renewable energy. It’s a necessary response to the climate crisis. But in Africa, the push for a green transition raises a harder question: how do we embrace...
Economic turbulences not barrier to achieving SDG 7
The Standard
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Edzai Kachirekwa flanked by renewable energy investors during his recent visit to India Despite the headwinds of economic instability, global inflation, and fragile supply chains, I am convinced now more than ever that Sustainable Development Goal...
Africa Day 2025: Before Europe Pays Reparation, Africa Must Settle Its Own Debts
Liberian Observer
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The Inconvenient Truth: What Africa Owes On May 25th, 2025, the air in Addis Ababa echoed with words like justice, reparations, and solidarity. Another Africa Day. Speeches thundered. Flags waved. Fists raised. And the cry rang out: “We demand...
Business : From Rivalry To Realignment, China Shifts To Seek Better Fortunes Amid Trade Friction With US
Bernama
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June 23, 2025
From Kisho Kumari Sucedaram BEIJING, June 23 (Bernama) – Rather than being fixated on its trade dispute with the United States (US), China is refocusing its efforts towards bolstering ties with non-confrontational partners, including developing...
Business | Jun 23, 2025 | 10 min read No crude worries for India
Ahmedabad Mirror
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News Business #New Delhi US strikes on Iran’s three main nuclear facilities have once again raised concerns that Tehran might shut down the Strait of Hormuz - one of the world’s most critical chokepoints, through which a fifth of global oil and...
Business News | DHL's E-Commerce Trends Report 2025: AI and Social Media Reshaping Online Shopping in Asia Pacific
Latestly
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June 23, 2025
PRNewswire Singapore, June 23: DHL eCommerce has released its E-Commerce Trends Report 2025, drawing on insights from 24, 000 online shoppers across 24 key markets worldwide. For the Asia Pacific region, results show that delivery remains a...
Business News | The Luanda Accord Marks Landmark Commitment to Support Natural Diamond Industry
Latestly
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June 23, 2025
PRNewswire Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 23: Representatives from diamond-producing governments, industry stakeholders, and leaders from across the global natural diamond value chain signed the Luanda Accord, a landmark accord aimed at...
Leo Stan Ekeh: “I Founded Zinox Group to Create Confidence and Faith in Our Digital Economy…”
TechEconomy
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June 23, 2025
Advertisements There is an African proverb that says, “What an elder sees sitting down, a young man cannot see even if he climbs a tree.” This timeless wisdom speaks to the far-reaching foresight of elders and pioneers whose quiet convictions and...
Borderless Africa key to SME growth and economic independence – Prof Evans Gyasi
Joy FM
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June 23, 2025
Professor Evans Akwasi Gyasi is an Associate Professor of International Trade at the School of Economics, Finance and Law, Anglia Ruskin University in the United Kingdom Professor Evans Akwasi Gyasi, Associate Professor of International Trade at...
Prioritise regional trade over distant markets – Prof Gyasi urges African leaders
Joy FM
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June 23, 2025
Professor Evans Akwasi Gyasi is an Associate Professor of International Trade at the School of Economics, Finance and Law, Anglia Ruskin University in the United Kingdom Associate Professor of International Trade at the School of Economics,...
Trade Growth Network launched to empower Ghanaian SMEs and promote intra-African trade
Joy FM
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June 23, 2025
A group of dedicated Ghanaian professionals in the business sector has launched the Trade Growth Network, an initiative aimed at strengthening the global competitiveness of Ghanaian Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) while promoting...
China, Africa relations: Building sustainable Global South partnerships
IOL
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Arkrbe Oqubay|Published 11 minutes ago 5min Arkrbe Oqubay Over the past 25 years, China-Africa development cooperation has reached significant milestones. China and Africa have established a robust connection through the Forum on China-Africa...
Business : Jetoptera Debuts At Paris Air Show With Successful J-500 Engine Test
Bernama
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June 23, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 (Bernama) -- Jetoptera Inc has successfully completed the first test of the engine intended to power its J-500 unmanned vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) cargo aircraft, which is being developed in collaboration with Eanan...
ECOWAS, Economic Power Brokers Convene in Abuja
Liberian Observer
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Africa’s economic heavyweights are preparing to converge in Abuja, Nigeria, for the 32nd Annual Meetings (AAM2025) of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) — a summit expected to generate billions of dollars in trade and investment deals...
Analysts warn of trade disruptions across Africa as Israel-Iran tensions escalate
Africanews
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June 23, 2025
Africa may be thousands of kilometers from the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict, but experts warn the ripple effects could be deeply felt across the continent. Analysts predict potential disruptions to trade, soaring market instability, and economic...
West Africa Gas inks VLAC orders in South Korea
Splash 247
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June 23, 2025
AfricaAsiaGasShipyards Sahara Group West Africa Gas is expanding its fleet with a pair of very large ammonia carrier (VLAC) newbuilds in South Korea. The joint venture between Nigeria’s state oil company, the Nigerian National Petroleum...
U.S.-China trade war: The fate of African nations
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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June 23, 2025
Sir: The trade war initiated by the United States against China has become a pivotal moment in the landscape of global trade and economic policy. Driven by President Donald Trump’s administration, the United States imposed massive tariffs,...