Chinese men jailed in east DR Congo over gold bars
Three Chinese nationals have been sentenced to seven years in prison in the Democratic Republic of Congo's east after being arrested in possession of...
DRC: The Lobito Corridor: A Gateway to Economic Integration and Transformation in Africa
Introduction: A Strategic Opportunity for Africa
The Lobito Corridor, an ambitious infrastructure project connecting the Atlantic Ocean to the interior of Southern Africa, is emerging...
Ethiopia opens stock exchange in drive for investors
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed rang a Wall Street-style bell to officially launch the country's first stock exchange in 50 years on Friday, part...
Ghana thrusts economy into limelight in tight race for president
Accra, Ghana - (AFP) - When Ghana's Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia announced last year he would run for president, his ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP)...
Botswana to join Belgium as diamond certification hub
Johannesburg, South Africa (AFP) - Botswana will soon join Belgium as a verification and certification hub for rough diamond exports to Group of Seven (G7)...
