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Guinea-Bissau, Madagascar in focus as AU Executive Council opens

Events in Guinea-Bissau and Madagascar set the tone for the start of the African Union’s 48th Executive Council meeting

AU, UN, partners call for immediate halt to fighting in Sudan

Five major international organisations have expressed grave concern over the worsening conflict in Sudan

Civil society groups raise red flags over Nigeria’s proposed Electoral Act changes

A number of Nigerian civil society organisations have voiced serious concern over a Senate-backed amendment to the Electoral Act

AfDB, Djibouti sign $80 million financing agreements for infrastructure, climate‑resilient projects

The African Development Bank (AfDB) and the government of Djibouti have signed agreements worth $80 million to support major infrastructure, urban development and climate‑resilient agriculture projects across the country.

Côte d’Ivoire growth to remain strong despite fiscal pressures: IMF

Côte d’Ivoire’s economy is expected to remain one of the fastest growing in West Africa in 2026, supported by strong domestic demand, sustained investment and continued structural reforms, according to a recent International Monetary Fund (IMF) assessment.

Improved visibility on key economic indicators boosts confidence in SA’s listed property sector

Greater clarity on South Africa’s (SA) economic outlook is improving investor confidence in the listed property sector, with analysts noting that predictability is becoming just as important as growth.