LAGOS, Mar 16 – Nigeria’s headline inflation rate slowed slightly in February, extending a gradual disinflation trend as policymakers cautiously begin easing …
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JOHANNESBERG, Mar 16 – South Africa’s short term inflation outlook showed a slight improvement in early 2026, although rising geopolitical tensions are …
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LAGOS, Mar 16 – Rising energy prices are placing growing pressure on small and medium sized enterprises in Nigeria, prompting the Centre …
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CAIRO, Mar 13 – Egypt has introduced maximum prices for unsubsidised bread sold in private bakeries while maintaining the cost of its …
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JOHANNESBURG, Mar 12 – South African Reserve Bank has reported that South Africa recorded a current account surplus in the fourth quarter …
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JOHANNESBURG, Mar 12 – The national statistical agency Statistics South Africa reported South Africa’s economy expanded by 1.1 percent in 2025, the …
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LIBREVILLE, Mar 11 – Gabon is turning back to the International Monetary Fund as it looks to steady its finances after years …
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JOHANNESBURG, Mar 10 – South Africa recorded its strongest economic growth in three years in 2025, supported by improved performance across several …
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LIBREVILLE, Mar 7 – A delegation from the International Monetary Fund has concluded discussions with officials from Gabon on the country’s economic …
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Economy
Nigeria’s Central Bank Withdraws $9.7 million From Financial System in January, FMDA Data Show
LAGOS, Mar 6 – The Central Bank of Nigeria withdrew ₦13.41 trillion ($9.7 million) from Nigeria’s financial system in January, almost five …