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Economists link Malawi’s easing inflation to food price controls, warn gains may be fragile

Malawi’s inflation rate slowed to 26.0% in December 2025, down from 27.9% in November, offering some relief to households after a year marked by steep price increases. 

‘Selective aid, lingering impunity expose Africa’s governance challenges’

Washington’s selective approach to foreign aid is casting a harsh light on governance across Africa

Uganda votes in tense election seen as test of President Museveni’s strength

Ugandans voted in a tense national election this Thursday

Coal India eyes rare earth pacts in Australia, Russia, Africa  

Coal India is scouting partnership opportunities in rare-earth mining across Australia, Russia, Argentina, Chile and several African countries

China encourages new approaches for Zambia’s upcoming development plan

China has called on Zambia to adopt fresh strategies to strengthen its next five-year national development plan

Egypt receives $1.16 billion from EU as part of assistance package

Egypt has received 1 billion Euros ($1.16 billion) from the EU