The Silent Economic Crisis: Uganda’s Social Attitudes and Economic Costs
Uganda's economic transformation is impeded by social and cultural attitudes that undermine productivity and investment. Issues such as a casual...
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Minerals Commission Restores Reclaimed Lands to Communities in Ghana
The Minerals Commission has reclaimed 175 acres of illegal mining land and returned it to three communities in Ghana. The...
DR Congo Suspends Cobalt Exports to Combat Price Decline
The Democratic Republic of Congo has temporarily suspended cobalt exports to combat falling prices. As the leading producer, the DRC...
Cora Gold Welcomes Mali’s Partial Lifting of Mining Moratorium
Cora Gold Limited announced that Mali has partially lifted its mining moratorium effective March 15, 2025. This will expedite the...
Mali Partially Lifts Mining Permit Suspension While Barrick Seeks Resolution
Mali will partially lift a two-year suspension on mining permits, as stated by the Mines Ministry. However, Barrick Gold faces...
Zimbabwe’s Central Bank Optimistic About Gold-Backed ZiG Currency Stability
The RBZ is confident in the stability of the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency, emphasizing robust monetary measures and a commitment...
Bankruptcy Filings by Brazilian Coffee Exporters Atlantica and Cafebras
Atlantica and Cafebras, Brazilian coffee exporters, have filed for bankruptcy, seeking creditor protection with debts of 2.13 billion reais. The...
China-Funded Steel Plant: A Catalyst for Bolivia’s Economic Recovery
The China-funded Mutun steel plant in Bolivia is poised to bolster the nation's economy by meeting half of the local...
Banco de Desarrollo Productivo Achieves Green Bond Milestone in Bolivia
Banco de Desarrollo Productivo (BDP) has issued Bolivia's first certified green bonds, totaling BOB102.9 million ($14.8 million). The funds will...
2025 Economic Outlook: Transformative Trends in Nigeria’s Pension Fund Administration
Nigeria’s pension sector has reached N22.5 trillion in assets under management by December 2024. The sector is evolving by mobilizing...
