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MSMEs key to growth, face mounting pressures

Micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) remain central to economic growth worldwide, accounting for more than 90% of businesses and playing a critical role in job creation, livelihoods and local development.

Africa’s MICE industry growing, still lagging behind globally

Africa’s business tourism sector is gaining momentum, but industry leaders say the continent still has ground to cover in attracting major global events.

IMF unlocks funding for Côte d’Ivoire as reforms deliver strong results

The International Monetary Fund has approved the final reviews of Côte d’Ivoire’s economic programmes, unlocking fresh funding while acknowledging strong reform performance and improved economic stability.

SA’s Border Management Authority repatriates over 8 000 migrants as deadline approaches

South Africa’s (SA) Border Management Authority (BMA) says it has facilitated the repatriation of more than 8 200 undocumented migrants to Malawi and Zimbabwe this week, as pressure mounts ahead of a June 30 deadline set by civic groups.

Response mobilised after deadly earthquakes in Venezuela

The United Nations (UN) Secretary-General António Guterres has expressed deep concern over the loss of life and extensive damage caused by powerful earthquakes in Venezuela.

UN releases emergency funding to prevent Ebola spread in neighbouring countries

The United Nations (UN) has released emergency funding to help Burundi and South Sudan prepare for a potential spread of Ebola, as the outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) continues to escalate.