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SA’s construction sector shows signs of recovery

South Africa’s (SA) construction sector is showing early signs of recovery in the third quarter of 2025,

Kenya’s central bank lowers main lending rate by 25 basis points

Kenya’s central bank reduced its benchmark lending rate by 25 basis points to 9.0%

Tunisia strengthens economic ties with SA

Tunisian Embassy in Pretoria says economic diplomacy is driving closer business ties between Tunisia and SA

Costs of EV battery material cobalt hydroxide jump on DRC export restrictions  

Prices of cobalt hydroxide used to make chemicals for electric vehicle (EV) batteries have risen sharply this year

SA consumer confidence improves on holiday season optimism

All three sub indices of the index the economic outlook.

TotalEnergies to become operator in Galp’s Namibian offshore permit

The finalisation of the transaction is expected to be completed in 2026.