Semafor· Oct 8, 2025Saudi heir’s private jet rant on welfare cuts sparks outrage His comments came after his cousin, Human Resources Minister Ahmad Al Rajhi, suspended parts of the social security program.
Semafor· Oct 8, 2025Brookfield closes $20 billion Altérra-anchored fund The fund’s close comes as energy demand is surging globally.
Semafor· Oct 8, 2025Saudi Arabia business delegation to visit Pakistan Pakistan is hoping that the visit will lead to about $1 billion of much-needed investment into its economy.
Semafor· Oct 8, 2025Abu Dhabi to Dubai corridor slated for major development Today, highway E11 crosses arid farm plots, industrial sites, and little else.
Semafor· Oct 8, 2025World Bank improves sub-Saharan Africa growth forecast Côte d’Ivoire, Ethiopia, and Nigeria are among 30 countries on the continent whose growth forecasts were increased.
Semafor· Oct 8, 2025Angola raises $1.75B in eurobond sale Several African countries are considering debt offers, as the region's improving economic outlook is likely to lower perceptions of risk.
Semafor· Oct 8, 2025Tanzanian gold exports surge to $4.3B The price of gold topped $4,000 per ounce for the first time, 50% higher than last year.
Semafor· Oct 8, 2025Africa should better mobilize government revenues as aid dwindles, report says The continent has the lowest tax-to-GDP ratio in the world.
Semafor· Oct 8, 2025AI fintech Optasia eyes South Africa IPO Optasia plans to raise $365 million by selling shares in South Africa and using the proceeds to acquire new companies.
Common Dreams· 3 days agoSEC Should Withdraw Proposal Limiting Investor Access to Essential Climate-Related Information
Common Dreams· 3 days agoBig Oil Giant BP Banks Blockbuster Profits as Climate Disasters Strike Across the Globe
Common Dreams· 1 week agoNonprofits Sue to Block New USDA Rules That Force Them to Change or Abandon Food-Access Work
Common Dreams· 1 week ago“Pay, Baby, Pay”: New Report Finds that Trump's Energy & AI Dominance Agenda Drive Energy Affordability Crisis