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Africa urged to turn mineral wealth into made-in-Africa products

Africa must move beyond exporting raw materials and build regional industries capable of creating jobs, transferring technology and producing competitive goods, the Africa Business Council says.

WHO launches plan to curb pregnancy-related hypertension deaths

Hypertensive disorders affect up to 15% of pregnancies and cause about 42 000 maternal deaths annually, prompting the World Health Organisation (WHO) to launch a global response plan.

Nigeria’s growth reaches 4.2% as state revenues surge

Nigeria’s economy grew by 4.2% in the first half of 2026 as higher oil prices strengthened exports, public revenue and foreign-exchange reserves.

Guinea-Bissau to delay elections following last year’s coup

Guinea-Bissau’s presidential and legislative elections, scheduled for December 6, will have to be delayed

Rwanda urged to mobilise more domestic capital for inclusive growth

Rwanda should expand domestic financing, deepen financial markets and attract long-term investment to sustain economic transformation, the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) says.

Congo seeks new IMF programme to strengthen debt sustainability

The Republic of Congo and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have opened discussions on a new financing programme aimed at strengthening public finances and improving debt sustainability.