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UN News
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United Nations (UN) rights body sounds the alarm over South Sudan crisis

The UN Commission warned that failure to uphold the protections enshrined in the accord – including freedom of movement, political participation, and the cessation of hostilities – will lead to a catastrophic return to war

The UN Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan issued an alert on Thursday over the the rapidly escalating crisis in the country, calling for urgent coordinated action to protect civilians and preserve the 2018 peace deal that ended five years of civil war.  The arrest of First Vice President…

Ministry of Finance - Republic of Ghana
Source: Ministry of Finance - Republic of Ghana |

Parliament Approves Landmark Tax and Fiscal Reforms: A Giant Step Towards Economic Transformation

The reforms, spearheaded by Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, are expected to stimulate economic growth, support businesses, and provide much-needed relief to individuals

In a historic and sweeping policy overhaul, Parliament yesterday approved a series of transformative tax amendment bills aimed at enhancing revenue efficiency, easing financial burdens, and realigning key government funds to drive national development. The passage of these bills marks a major victory for economic reform and a significant step…

Ministry of Finance - Republic of Ghana
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Finance Minister Engages United Kingdom (UK) High Commissioner on Ghana’s Economic Outlook

The meeting reaffirmed the strong partnership between Ghana and the UK, with both parties committed to enhancing economic resilience, expanding social safety nets, and advancing climate finance initiatives

Minister for Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, held a meeting with the British High Commissioner to Ghana, H.E. Harriet Thompson, and her team to discuss Ghana’s economic outlook, fiscal policies, and key social interventions outlined in the 2025 Budget. During the discussions, Dr. Forson acknowledged the economic challenges Ghana has…

Energy Capital & Power

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    • Congo Energy & Investment Forum (CEIF) 2025: Collaboration Key to Achieving 500,000 BPD Target
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Congo Energy & Investment Forum (CEIF) 2025: Collaboration Key to Achieving 500,000 BPD Target

Operators and service providers emphasized the value of industry collaboration in achieving national goals of 500,000 barrels per day in Congo

Collaboration was identified as being a key pillar for achieving the Republic of Congo’s oil production goals during a Congo Energy & Investment Forum 2025 panel discussion sponsored by Weatherford – an Associate Sponsor of CEIF 2025. Operators and service providers underscored the value of partnerships in maximizing output at…

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    • Billions in Investment Opportunities Presented by Premier Invest at Congo Energy & Investment Forum (CEIF) 2025
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Billions in Investment Opportunities Presented by Premier Invest at Congo Energy & Investment Forum (CEIF) 2025

Premier Invest has presented a range of investment opportunities, totaling a minimum $1.37 billion, in Africa’s energy and oil and gas sectors at the inaugural Congo Energy & Investment Forum

Financial services provider Premier Invest has announced a series of investment opportunities in the African energy and oil and gas sectors. covering a range of four energy projects across Benin, Zambia and South Africa and five oil and gas projects across Nigeria and Ghana, as well as Guyana. The announcement…

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    • Congo Energy & Investment Forum (CEIF): Local Expertise Emerges at the Heart of Congo’s Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Ambitions
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Congo Energy & Investment Forum (CEIF): Local Expertise Emerges at the Heart of Congo’s Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Ambitions

Industry leaders championed regional collaboration and local capacity building as critical drivers for unlocking the Republic of Congo’s LNG potential at the Congo Energy & Investment Forum

As the Republic of Congo’s LNG capacity accelerates following its first export in February 2024, African industry leaders have underscored the role of local and regional capability building in sustaining growth, driving domestic utilization and enhancing intra-African trade. Panelists at the “Building Local & Regional Capability” discussion at the Congo…

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    • AFC wins six top honors at the 2025 Global Banking & Markets Africa Awards in Cape Town
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Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) Takes Center Stage with Six Prestigious Awards at the Global Banking & Markets Africa Awards 2025

These accolades underscore AFC’s pivotal role in landmark transactions that drive sustainable development and economic growth across the region

Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) (www.AfricaFC.org), the continent’s leading infrastructure solutions provider, has been recognized for its outstanding contributions to Africa’s financial and capital markets with six prestigious awards at the Global Banking & Markets Africa Awards 2025, presented during the Bonds, Loans & ESG Capital Markets Conference in Cape Town.…

Parliament of the Republic of Uganda
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Govt revises UMEME buyout to US$118 million

The report was tabled by the Minister of State for Finance, Planning and Economic Development (General Duties), Hon. Henry Musasizi

Government has revised the loan request to buy out electricity distribution company, UMEME, from over US$190 million, to over US$118 million. This was contained in the Special Audit Report for the end of lease and assignment between UMEME Limited and Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) that was adopted during…

United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)
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United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) calls for immediate recommitment to peace at pivotal moment for South Sudan

UNMISS again urges the Parties to immediately cease hostilities and engage in constructive dialogue that puts the best interests of their people at the forefront of this pivotal moment for the world’s newest nation

Following reports tonight of the detention of First Vice President, Dr. Riek Machar, the United Nations Mission in South Sudan, calls on all Parties to exercise restraint and uphold the Revitalized Peace Agreement. “Tonight, the country’s leaders stand on the brink of relapsing into widespread conflict or taking the country…

Parliament of the Republic of Uganda
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Government seeks tax exemptions to Bujagali, local start ups

The Bill, tabled by Minister, Musasizi, outlines the textile inputs for exemption as wet processing operations and garmenting, cotton lint, artificial fibres for blending, polyester staple fibre and viscose

Government has proposed yet another tax exemption to Bujagali hydro power project that will see the power producer relieved of the burden up to 30 June 2032.   The proposal is contained in the Income Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2025 that was tabled for its first reading by the Minister of…