US-Africa trade pact AGOA expires but hopes remain for renewal
A White House official told Reuters the Trump administration supports a one-year extension of the pact, though this is yet to materialize.
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Madagascar dissolves its government amid deadly protests
At least 22 people were killed and dozens injured after several days of protests over water shortages and power cuts.
Former DR Congo President Kabila sentenced to death in absentia
His conviction could complicate Washington’s efforts to drive peace between Kinshasa, M23 rebels in the east, and the rebels’ alleged backers in Rwanda.
Africa Finance Corporation raises record $1.5B loan
The Lagos-headquartered infrastructure bank mobilizes finance for major projects such as the Kamoa-Kakula Copper Complex in DR Congo.
China, Tanzania, and Zambia strike $1.4B railway deal
The decades-old TAZARA railway, a vital route for moving minerals from Zambian mines to the Tanzanian port of Dar es Salaam, will be refurbished under the agreement.
Saudi Arabia boosts investment in art and fashion
The country's cultural revolution means that public displays of music and art, which were forbidden just a few years ago, are now part of the mainstream.
Qatar sends Trump's Gaza plan to Hamas
Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey have been the main mediators with Hamas, and are pressing the Islamist group to agree to the US-proposed deal.
KKR takes stake in Abu Dhabi's ADNOC
KKR has been adding headcount and eyeing infrastructure in the region.
Saudi Arabia projects higher deficit on path to Vision 2030
The kingdom’s budget is closely watched by investors for signs of the government’s outlook on crude prices to prospects for construction spending.
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