African regional blocs expand mediation team for Congo conflict resolution

The East African Community (EAC) and Southern African Development Community (SADC) have substantially restructured their joint mediation initiative for the Democratic Republic of Congo conflict, expanding the panel of negotiators and enhancing its regional representation. Following Monday’s virtual summit, the two influential regional organizations increased the mediation team from three to five members, appointing additional […]

Ghana steps up cocoa processing resulting in sharp export rise

Ghana’s drive to expand industrial capacity and move up the value chain delivered a record performance in 2025, with non traditional exports surging as cocoa processing and other value added products led growth, official data showed. Non traditional exports – outside commodities – rose to about $2.42 billion in 2025, a 53% jump from roughly […]

Moroccan parties prioritize purchasing power, jobs and social protection ahead of September elections

With less than three weeks to go before Morocco’s legislative elections on 23 September 2026, the country’s main political parties have unveiled programs that converge heavily on social and economic concerns. Purchasing power, youth employment, healthcare, education and social protection dominate the offers, as parties seek to respond to household pressures and lingering public expectations […]