(Ecofin Agency) - 21% of the WAEMU population is unaware of the existence of regional financial market players, according to a study by the AMF-UMOA. Through this event, the APSGI aims to boost its ...

(Ecofin Agency) - The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) claims over $13 billion across more than 300 projects in Africa. To mark its fifth anniversary, the institution ...

Thirty-three of the least developed African countries can now export 140 additional products to China without paying any tariffs. However, this latest tariff removal by Beijing is unlikely to ...

Fibre networks are crucial in improving internal connectivity within African countries while linking them to a strong regional digital infrastructure. This development establishes a smooth and unified ...

Since November, the Ivorian government has been working with lawmakers to defend its 2025 budget proposal. The budget, which represents an 11.8% increase, has just been approved by the Senate's ...

Lower termination rates can enhance digital inclusion by making mobile services more accessible and affordable. This in turn bridges the digital divide and promotes socio-economic development. The ...

In recent years, Côte d’Ivoire has been heavily investing in digital technology and ICT, with support from partners and the private sector. These investments have made the country a key destination ...

(Ecofin Agency) - In June 2023, Zambia agreed with its official bilateral creditors to restructure $6.3 billion of external debt, including $4.1 billion owed to China. Zambia accidentally sent $80 ...

(Ecofin Agency) - The importance of addressing online child safety in Africa lies in the rapidly growing internet penetration and the vulnerability of young users in this digital landscape. While ...

(Ecofin Agency) - Meriem Benmouloud, Algeria's High Commissioner for Digitalization, announced in July that the country's digital transformation strategy was ready for implementation. As the plan ...