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Real SA salaries drop to two-year low as fuel costs bite

SA workers are facing a sharp squeeze on their disposable income

Sierra Leone central bank under fire over shutdown of sole indigenous lender

The Bank of Sierra Leone’s decision to liquidate the Union Trust Bank has caused an uproar

Guinea bans raw gold exports in massive shift towards local refining  

Guinea has announced a sweeping overhaul of its mining policy

IMF urges Burundi to reform tax system to support growth

Burundi must reform its tax system and strengthen revenue collection if it is to sustain economic growth and build stronger institutions, according to a new report, released on Tuesday, by the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Nicotine pouch sales surge globally

Global market for nicotine pouches is expanding rapidly

AfDB approves $8.49 million grant to boost climate resilience in Malawi

The African Development Bank (AfDB) Group has approved an $8.49 million grant to support climate‑affected communities in Malawi, with a focus on rebuilding livelihoods and strengthening resilience to future shocks.