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Cameroon and Côte d’Ivoire Launch First Inclusive Bonds to Support Small Businesses
With these first issuances, Cameroon and Côte d’Ivoire are pioneering the introduction of this innovative financial mechanism. According to FinAfrique Partners, this model could be replicated in other ...
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Global Summits with Africa Fail to Align with the Continent’s Development Goals (Report)
The report recommends that African countries unite their voices to negotiate from a position of strength and hold preparatory meetings with their partners to identify projects of mutual interest in ...
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Ethio Telecom Calls for Land Reforms to Expand Network
In 2023, the 2G and 3G telecom networks covered almost the entire Ethiopian population, according to the GSMA. In contrast, the 4G and 5G networks covered 33% and 1% of Ethiopians, respectively. Ethio ...
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Inflation Drops to 2.5% in WAEMU in November 2024
Inflation decreased in Burkina Faso, Benin, Niger, Côte d'Ivoire, Togo, and Mali. However, it accelerated in Guinea-Bissau and remained stable in Senegal. Inflation in the West African Economic and ...
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WAEMU Tightens Currency Controls and Anti-Money Laundering Rules
Adopted at the end of 2024, the new WAEMU regulation strengthens currency controls and places the fight against money laundering and the financing of terrorism at the heart of the region's economic ...