Secretary of State Marco Rubio accused the African nation’s government of “taking advantage of the United States”. The decision comes at a time when many in Africa fear that South Sudan could return to the civil war that killed 400,000 people between 2013 and 2018.
East Africa

US to Revoke All Visas of Citizens of South Sudan

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Thousands of small businesses in Cameroon will soon have improved access to financing through a new collaboration between the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and Afriland First Bank Cameroon.
West Africa

Empowering Cameroon’s SMEs: IFC and Afriland First Bank Collaborate on USD...

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The Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) Economic Recovery Loan Scheme of Namibia disbursed N$462 million by the end of last year, representing 92.4% of the total allocated N$500 million.
Southern Africa

Banks in Namibia Lay Focus on SME Growth

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The Bank of Namibia (BoN) Governor Johannes Gawaxab has cautioned against excessive regulation, warning that stringent policies could hinder economic growth and drive businesses into the informal sector. 
Southern Africa

BoN Cautions Excessive Regulation

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US Tariff to Affect Namibian Beef and Fish Exports
Southern Africa

US Tariff to Affect Namibian Beef and Fish Exports

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The textile industry is vital to Lesotho's economy, providing jobs for approximately 12,000 individuals and sending around 75% of its products to the United States. However, this situation may change following the 50% tariff imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump on imports from Lesotho.
Southern Africa

Lesotho Reeling Under US Tariff Hike on Textiles

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The United Nations Special Representative of the Secretary-General has expressed concern over Niger’s decision to withdraw from the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNTJF) fighting armed Islamist groups in West Africa
West Africa

UN Expresses Concern over Niger’s Withdrawal from MNTJF Fighting Islamist Groups...

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South Sudan Imbroglio Continues
East Africa

South Sudan Imbroglio Continues  

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As the United States under President Donald Trump reassesses its military engagement in various parts of the world, the head of the US Africa Command, has laid out the case for maintaining troops on the continent.
Pan Africa

US May Continue Deploying its Troops in Africa

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An official in US President Donald Trump’s administration says it is in talks with the Democratic Republic of Congo about developing its mineral resources. Senior advisor to Trump on Africa, Massad Boulos, said the potential deal could involve multibillion-dollar investments.
Central Africa

US in Talks with DRC for Entering Into Mineral Agreement

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