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‘African diaspora should play key role in WTO reforms’

World Trade Organisation (WTO) prepares for its most ambitious reforms in 30 years

Global Cyber Monday online sales hit $17.3 billion, Salesforce data shows

Shoppers spent $17.3 billion online on Cyber Monday, Salesforce data showed, capping the Black Friday weekend. Global online sales were up 5.3%, according to the data firm

Oil prices steady on worries about geopolitical risks to supply

Oil prices held firm on Tuesday as traders weighed up risks

Nigeria leads Africa’s oil exports to the US 

Nigeria is leading Africa in oil exports to the United States (US), supplying $2.57 billion worth of crude between January and August 2025

Rand flat ahead of GDP data as analysts forecast softer growth

SA Rand traded flat early on Tuesday

Botswana introduces new Banking Act to strengthen financial sector

Botswana has officially overhauled its banking framework with the introduction of a new Banking Act