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Ghana’s inflation eases in July, first decrease since March

The gold oil and cocoa-producing nation has been emerging from its most severe economic crisis in decades.

SA clothing factories struggle after migrant workers flee

“People don’t want to work in factories,” said Mpho Nkosi, a 29-year-old SA administrator ​at one of the firms.

Oil prices slip as Iran cites progress with Oman on Hormuz agreement

Oil prices trended ​lower on Thursday

eSwatini growth to slow after strong 2025 performance: IMF

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) says eSwatini’s economic growth is expected to moderate in 2026 despite strong expansion last year, as fiscal and external risks remain elevated.

AfDB grants Togo $1 million for displaced communities

Togo has secured a $1 million African Development Bank (AfDB) grant to support refugees, internally displaced people and host communities in the northern Savanes Region.

SA soybean industry lands 200 000-ton export deal to supply Chinese markets

SA’s grain sector boosted by 200 000-ton Chinese soybean export agreement