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Guyana economy set to grow 16.2% in 2026, oil sector still main driver: Finance Minister

Guyana’s economy is set to grow 16.2% in 2026, slowing from 19.3% in 2025

African governments urged to tap diaspora bonds as alternative financing tool

African governments facing rising public debt and shrinking access to traditional financing are being encouraged to explore diaspora bonds as a credible alternative to mobilise long‑term development capital.

‘Global gold price record high a perfect storm’

The global price of gold has surged to an all‑time high, surpassing $5 100 per ounce, as investors and central banks increase their demand for safe‑haven assets amid geopolitical uncertainty, market volatility and weakening major currencies.

X investigated by EU over Grok sexualised images after public outcry

Elon Musk’s X faces investigation by the European Union (EU) into whether it disseminates illegal content, following public outcry over the spreading of manipulated sexualised images by its artificial intelligence (AI) Grok chatbot.