Kitsurf in sothern Moroccan city Dakhla

Wood Processing, catalyst for Africa’s industrialization – report

More investments in the wood processing industries would be conducive to African industrialization and integration, said the African natural Resources Management and Investment Center. In a report, the center highlighted the transformative potential of wood processing across the continent in terms of boosting growth and offering jobs as well as promoting integrated markets. Wood processing […]

Gabon coup leader sworn in as ‘transitional’ head of state

General Brice Oligui Nguema, who led a coup last week that toppled Gabon’s 55-year-old dynasty, was sworn in as transitional president this Monday September 4. He pledged to hold “free… (and) transparent elections” after an unspecified period and “to amnesty prisoners of conscience.” The group known as the Committee for the Transition and Restoration of […]

Jumia to exit Algeria citing stagnant market

Jumia Technologies AG said it will put an end to its operations in Algeria by the first quarter of 2026, as the company seeks to shift focus to strongest African markets. The move follows earlier exits from South Africa and Tunisia and forms part of a broader “geographic recalibration” aimed at improving operational efficiency and […]