African Development Bank says it plans $1.78 billion financing for Namibia
JOHANNESBURG, Dec 4 (Reuters) – The African Development Bank plans $1.78 billion of financing for Namibia over the…
South Africa welcomes U.S. House approval of Africa trade programme renewal
JOHANNESBURG, Jan 13 (Reuters) – South Africa’s government on Tuesday welcomed the approval by the U.S. House of…
Uganda orders two rights groups to halt work days before election
Uganda order comes amid allegations of repression, detentionsMuseveni seeks to extend rule, has changed constitution twiceUN reports rights…
South African rand eases on profit taking after gold-led gains
JOHANNESBURG, Jan 13 (Reuters) – The South African rand softened in early trade on Tuesday as investors took…
Nigeria reopens some schools in the north, defying threats of kidnap
MAIDUGURI, Nigeria, Jan 12 (Reuters) – Schools across parts of northern Nigeria started reopening on Monday, after months…
CAF to investigate post-match violence at Africa Cup of Nations
CAF investigates post-match violence at Africa Cup of NationsAlgerian players pursued referee after loss to NigeriaAlgerian federation files…
African coaches to the fore at Cup of Nations
TANGIERS, Morocco, Jan 12 (Reuters) – Four African coaches will take charge of the semi-finalists at this year’s…
Explainer: What is at stake in Uganda’s presidential election?
Museveni’s long rule faces challenge from Bobi WinePrevious elections marred by violenceUganda an important security partner of foreign…
Veteran Ugandan leader eyes new term in election amid succession talk
Museveni faces seven challengers, main rival is Bobi WineMuseveni’s son is seen as potential eventual heirOil production expected…
Zimbabwe says gold-backed currency stable but investor doubts persist
Central bank reports $701 million in reservesParallel market premium highlights currency credibility concernsIMF urges tighter money-growth limits, arrears…
Zimbabwe on track for 6% growth as economy recovers from drought
Item 1 of 3 A woman sells products near a railway line in Marondera, near the capital Harare,…
Namibia to boost sulphuric acid production as critical mineral output rises
WINDHOEK, Sept 11 (Reuters) – Namibia is set to increase its sulphuric acid production in response to rising…