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Yves Iradukunda, Permanent Secretary of Rwanda’s Ministry of Communications, Information Technology, and Innovation (MINICT) and H.E. Dr. Ali bin Amer Al Shidhani, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Information Technology (MTCIT) from Oman were the signatories of this MoU.

Rwanda and Oman Sign MoU to Enhance ICT and Digital Economy Development

News Desk - April 11, 2025

(3 Minutes Read) The Republic of Rwanda and the Sultanate of Oman have established a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to bolster collaboration in information...

Coral North complements the existing Coral South Floating LNG (FLNG) facility—the first of its kind in deepwater Africa. Operated by Eni on behalf of the Mozambique Rovuma Venture (a joint venture including Eni, ExxonMobil, and China National Petroleum Corporation), the new project is set to add 3.5 million tonnes per annum (mtpa) of LNG, effectively doubling the output of Coral South.

Mozambique Strengthens LNG Leadership with USD 7.2 Billion Coral North Investment

News Desk - April 11, 2025

(3 Minutes Read) Mozambique is making a significant move to reinforce its position as a leading global exporter of liquefied natural gas (LNG) with...

https://trendsnafrica.com/mozambique-strengthens-lng-leadership-with-usd-7-2-billion-coral-north-investment/

Tanzanian Opposition Leader Tundu Lissu Detained After Public Rally

News Desk - April 11, 2025

(3 Minutes Read) Tanzanian opposition leader Tundu Lissu was taken into custody on Wednesday shortly after speaking at a public event in the Mbinga...

The South African rand is nearing an all-time low against the U.S. dollar during early trading on Wednesday, pressured by global market anxiety and domestic political strife. The currency fell to 19.8225 to the dollar, close to its record low of 19.9075 from June 2023, before slightly recovering to 19.73 by 0655 GMT—up 0.2% for the day but down over 3% this week.

South Africa: Rand Approaches Record Low Amid Political and Global Turmoil

News Desk - April 10, 2025

(3 Minutes Read) The South African rand is nearing an all-time low against the U.S. dollar during early trading on Wednesday, pressured by global market...

Lockheed Martin Strengthens Defense Presence in Morocco

News Desk - April 10, 2025

(3 Minutes Read) U.S. defense giant Lockheed Martin is expanding its presence in Morocco as part of a broader effort to strengthen local defense capabilities...

This stance was reiterated by Secretary of State Marco Rubio during a meeting with Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita, reaffirming the Trump administration's recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over the region.

U.S. Reaffirms Support for Moroccan Autonomy Plan in Western Sahara Conflict

News Desk - April 10, 2025

(3 Minutes Read) The U.S. maintains that true autonomy under Moroccan sovereignty is the only viable resolution for the Western Sahara dispute, according to State...

Zero-Tariff Access: China Opens Doors for Zambian Macadamia Exports

News Desk - April 10, 2025

(3 Minutes Read) China and Zambia have entered into a new trade agreement permitting zero-tariff imports of Zambian macadamia nuts into China. The signing ceremony...

The Competition Regulatory Authority (ARC) has approved the Regulation of the Leniency Regime, an instrument that establishes the rules and procedures for processing requests for a reduction in fines applied by the ARC.

Mozambique Competition Commission Approves Leniency Regime

News Desk - April 9, 2025

(3 Minutes Read) The regulation aims to encourage companies and other entities that violate the Competition Law to reverse their actions and collaborate with...

Mozambique’s Domestic Debt Grows: Equivalent to 28.7% of GDP

News Desk - April 9, 2025

(3 Minutes Read) This is an increase of 7.6% in three months, corresponding to an extra 31.671 billion meticais ( €447 million), just in the...

The Citrus Growers’ Association of Southern Africa stated that the impending reciprocal tariffs, which are set to take effect on Wednesday (today), will be deeply damaging to South Africa's largest agricultural export.

US Duty on Citrus Fruit may Cost SA 50,000 Jobs

News Desk - April 9, 2025

(3 Minutes Read) South Africa is the second-biggest exporter of oranges behind Spain and the world's fourth-largest exporter of soft citrus fruits, according to the...