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Intra-African Trade Still Stalls 5 Years Into AfCFTA as Africa Trades More With the World

Business & Economy Samuel Okechukwu Oruruo Samuel Okechukwu Oruruo -
Five years after the African Continental Free Trade Area became operational, intra-African trade has barely shifted from pre-agreement levels, remaining at around 15–18 percent of total trade. Despite modest gains in payment systems, corridor efficiency, and ratification progress, Africa continues to trade more with external partners than within itself

Ghana IMF Exit: A Nation Steps Back from the Bailout Ledge, But the Harder Road Starts Now

Business & Economy Steve Asamoah Steve Asamoah -
Ghana has officially exited its IMF bailout programme after years of economic turmoil, but analysts warn that maintaining fiscal discipline without IMF oversight may prove even harder.

Iran Conflict Update: Regime Decapitation, Regional Shockwaves, and Africa’s Strategic Crossroads

World Samuel Okechukwu Oruruo Samuel Okechukwu Oruruo -
The geopolitical order has been shattered following the confirmed death of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in a massive US-Israeli "decapitation" strike. As the Strait of Hormuz closes, this Iran Conflict Update 2026 examines the immediate military fallout in Tehran and the looming economic crisis facing African nations as shipping diverts around the Cape.

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AES Integration Expands as Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger Align Telecoms and Trade

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AES integration is moving beyond military cooperation as Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger align telecommunications regulation, media governance and economic policies. New agreements suggest the Alliance of Sahel States is steadily building common institutions across the confederation.

Abeïbara Strike: Mali Claims 50 Fighters Killed in Kidal Operation

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Mali's military says an Abeïbara strike killed at least 50 fighters in Kidal. Independent confirmation remains absent as analysts question casualty claims and the wider security situation.

CBN to Force Banks to Honour Domiciliary Account Withdrawals

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The Central Bank of Nigeria is preparing measures to compel banks to honour domiciliary account withdrawals after complaints from customers who say they are being denied access to their foreign currency funds despite meeting account requirements.

Senegal Doctors Strike Begins As Diphtheria Outbreak Grows

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A three-day Senegal doctors strike has begun nationwide, restricting public hospitals to emergency services only. The walkout comes as a diphtheria outbreak spreads across Senegal, with more than 100 confirmed cases and 11 deaths reported across 12 regions.

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