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Vodacom full-year profit surges 22.9% on Africa-wide growth

Vodacom declared a ⁠final ​dividend of ​405 cents per share.

IMF staff-level deal for Cabo Verde as reserves reach $1.26 billion

An International Monetary Fund mission led by Martin Schindler visited Cabo Verde from April 27 to May 8, 2026, reaching staff-level agreements on the eighth review under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) plus the fourth review under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF).

Bank of Ghana posts $1.42 billion loss as OMO costs surge, gold sales questioned

The Bank of Ghana has reported a loss of $1.42 billion for the 2025 financial year, up from $862 million in 2024, with the central bank attributing the deterioration to higher costs linked to monetary policy operations and liquidity management.

Nuclear power returns to Middle East agenda as energy demand climbs

As global electricity demand rises, nuclear energy is regaining momentum, with several Middle East countries evaluating or advancing nuclear power projects while weighing regional security risks, climate constraints, and long-term cooperation.

Mauritius launches $1 million Golden Visa as scrutiny grows over safeguards

Mauritius has introduced a Golden Visa programme priced at $1 million, targeting wealthy investors and entrepreneurs, with government messaging framing the initiative as a tool to attract capital during a period of global instability.

Nigeria budget scrutiny gaps draw new call for real-time digital tracking

Concerns about limited public access to Nigeria’s national budget have prompted Economist Dr Tolu Olarewaju to call for a real-time digital system that allows citizens to track revenue, spending, and project delivery across government.