Bell and Omni Helicopters Initiate Offshore Evaluation of Bell 525 in Guyana
Bell Textron Inc. and Omni Helicopters have launched an offshore evaluation program for the Bell 525 helicopter in Guyana. The...
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Ghana’s Commitment to Fiscal Consolidation Under IMF Guidance
Ghana is expected to maintain its fiscal consolidation efforts aligned with the IMF program, according to Fitch Solutions. The country...
South Africa Eliminates Luxury Tax on Affordable Smartphones to Support Digitization
The South African government will remove the luxury excise duty on smartphones under R2,500 starting April 2025 to promote digital...
Moroccan Wholesalers Experience Growth Amid Challenges in Non-Financial Services Sector
In late 2024, the Moroccan wholesale trade sector saw growth, with 36% of businesses reporting higher sales. The non-financial services...
Thai Government Faces Challenges in Fundraising Amid Rising Borrowing Costs
The Thai government encounters increased borrowing costs due to foreign investors exiting the bond market, causing a liquidity crisis. With...
Kenya’s Economic Shift: Rise in Business Ownership Amidst Decline in Full-Time Employment
A report by Tala indicates a shift in Kenya's economy with an increase in business ownership and a decline in...
South Africa’s Revised Budget Faces Political Rejection Amid Economic Challenges
South Africa's Finance Minister unveiled a revised budget proposing a smaller VAT hike, which was promptly rejected by the Democratic...
Bolivian State Energy Firm Adopts Cryptocurrency for Energy Imports
The Bolivian state energy firm YBFB will leverage cryptocurrency to purchase energy imports, seeking to address foreign currency shortages and...
Criticism of Ghana Cocoa Board’s Operations by Economist Steve Hanke
Professor Steve Hanke has labeled the Ghana Cocoa Board as corrupt, alleging it underpays farmers, while CEO Dr. Randy Abbey...
Bank of Uganda to Regulate Mortgage Refinancing Institutions Under New Bill
The Bank of Uganda is to regulate mortgage refinancing institutions following the Mortgage Refinance Institutions Bill, 2025. This bill legalizes...
