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Central Bank of Nigeria Cuts Benchmark Rate by 350 Basis Points as Inflation Eases to 15.39%
Nigeria's headline inflation eased for a third straight month to 15.39% in August 2026, prompting the Central Bank of Nigeria to cut its benchmark rate by 350 basis points.
The Freshness Advantage: How Mentos Is Building Relevance in a Changing African Confectionery Market
For an industry built around small pleasures, the confectionery market is undergoing a significant transformation. Consumers are becoming more deliberate about what they buy, where they buy it and what they expect from the brands they choose.
Aquatir SA and the Rise of Africa's Luxury Food Economy
Aquatir SA sits at the intersection of two of the continent's fastest-moving stories: the rise of premium food and the professionalisation of aquaculture.
South Africa Restaurant Awards 2026 Announces Nominees for Its Third Annual Celebration of Culinary Excellence
The South Africa Restaurant Awards has officially unveiled the nominees for its third annual ceremony, set for 25 May 2026 at Hotel Sky Sandton — with voting open to the public from 13 April to 20 May 2026.
Huawei Unveils AI Powered Green Logistics Hub in Johannesburg
Huawei has launched a new AI-driven smart warehouse in Johannesburg, its first logistics facility of its kind on the African continent, combining solar energy, intelligent security systems, and fully automated operations.
Huawei Unveils AI-Powered Green Logistics Hub in Johannesburg
Huawei has launched a new AI-driven smart warehouse in Johannesburg, its first logistics facility of its kind on the African continent, combining solar energy, intelligent security systems, and fully automated operations.
Uganda's Young Entrepreneurs Set the Terms of Their Own Economy
Uganda's young entrepreneurs are increasingly setting the terms of their own economy, building businesses that sidestep the formal sector's frictions.
AfCFTA Moves From Ambition to Implementation
The African Continental Free Trade Area continues to move from ambition to implementation, with incremental progress on rules of origin and payments infrastructure.
Egypt, the IMF and the Politics of Currency Adjustment
Egypt's continued engagement with the IMF and the management of its currency remain the defining story of North Africa's largest economy.
Kenyan Shilling Stability Gives Central Bank Room to Maneuver
The Kenyan shilling's relative stability has given the Central Bank of Kenya room to navigate monetary policy with a steadier hand, anchoring a recovery.
World Bank: African Inflation Set to Rise to 4.8% in 2026 on Middle East Spillovers
Median inflation across Africa fell to 3.7% in 2025 but is projected to rise to 4.8% in 2026, largely due to spillovers from the Middle East conflict, the World Bank reports.
Côte d'Ivoire Pairs Political Stability with Economic Momentum
Côte d'Ivoire has continued to pair political stability with economic momentum, offering one of West Africa's clearest examples of how continuity can underwrite growth.
Nairobi After Dark: Africa's Most Dynamic Nightlife Capital
After dark, Nairobi has emerged as one of Africa's most dynamic nightlife capitals — a city where music, food and a young, restless energy converge.