(Ecofin Agency) - The Mauritanian government continues to push telecom operators to provide quality services to consumers. For instance, on October 31, Mauritel announced an investment program worth ...

(Ecofin Agency) - Africa faces significant connectivity gaps, despite rapid mobile penetration. ORAN is especially valuable in emerging markets like Africa, where cost-efficient solutions are crucial ...

(Ecofin Agency) - The progression from 5G to 5G-Advanced represents a critical step in telecommunications. This advancement aligns with the continent's need for smart, scalable solutions that drive ...

(Ecofin Agency) - Foreign direct investment (FDI) flows into Nigeria have significantly increased since President Tinubu eased currency controls and implemented other investment-friendly measures.

(Ecofin Agency) - After Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, Chad has now announced the end of its military agreements with its long-time ally, France. Paris has 1,000 troops stationed in Chad, and their ...

(Ecofin Agency) - Since 2017, Sodim has had three joint venture partners on the Afema gold project, including Australia's Turaco Gold. The Israeli company recently signed an agreement with Turaco Gold ...

(Ecofin Agency) - In Sub-Saharan Africa, the digital divide remains stark, with rural areas often lagging behind urban centers in internet access. Improving connectivity could create jobs, enhance ...

(Ecofin Agency) - The IDMC reports that conflicts and natural disasters are the leading causes of internal displacement in Africa. In 2023, 32.5 million people were displaced by conflicts, and 6.3 ...

(Ecofin Agency) - Coris Invest has made an offer to gradually take over Hummingbird Resources, a British firm that operates two gold mines in Mali and Guinea. Led by Burkinabe businessman Idrissa ...

(Ecofin Agency) - Arrow Minerals is making significant strides in the bauxite mining sector with its Niagara bauxite project in Guinea. The Australian company launched its initial drilling program ...

(Ecofin Agency) - Burkina Faso adopted a new mining code in 2023, to increase its mining revenues. Since then, the country has been eager to implement the decrees detailing the reform’s terms. On ...

(Ecofin Agency) - While Africa has an overall score lower than the global average, nine countries on the continent stand out, offering high investment potential in AI, thanks in part to strong digital ...