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Oil prices rise 6% on fears of US, Iran ceasefire collapse

Oil prices jumped more than 6% in ‌early Monday

Algeria launches oil, gas licensing round to boost output

Algeria, a gas-rich OPEC member, launched a 2026 oil and gas licensing round on Sunday

African statistical bodies strengthen economic data systems

Workshop convened to improve how African countries compile and manage national accounts data

Egypt’s Talaat Moustafa Group to build $27 billion city east of Cairo

The project is expected to create more than 55 000 direct jobs and ⁠hundreds ​of thousands of indirect ​positions.

SA Governor warns Middle East war will push up fuel, food prices

He notes that fertiliser production is energy-intensive and that SA remains heavily dependent on imports.

Ramaphosa highlights growing SA, Spain trade ties

President Cyril Ramaphosa says his visit to Spain reflects the strong and growing partnership between the two countries