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African Development Bank plans $1.78 billion financing for Namibia

African Development Bank plans $1.78 billion of financing for Namibia over the next few years

Rand steady before current account data release

SA Rand was steady in early trade on Thursday

OpenAI agrees to acquire AI startup Neptune to boost model training capabilities

OpenAI has agreed to acquire Neptune, a startup that provides tools that help companies track their AI model training, the ChatGPT maker said on Wednesday

Nigeria approves fiscal plan proposing $37.7 billion 2026 budget

Nigeria’s cabinet has signed off on a medium-term fiscal plan that projects spending of around 54.5 trillion Naira ($36.05 billion) in 2026

SA Minerals Council rejects proposed chrome ore export tax

The Minerals Council South Africa (SA) and the Ferro Alloy Producers Association have rejected the introduction of a chrome ore export tax, saying electricity prices need to come down to save the industry

Mauritius updates guidelines to attract expat investors, professionals, retirees

Mauritius continues to position itself as a leading destination for foreign investors, professionals, self-employed individuals and retirees