Ghana Widens Lead as Africa’s Largest Gold Producer
Ghana strengthened its position as Africa’s largest gold producer in 2025, with record output of six million ounces lifting gold export earnings to about $20.2 billion. Gold accounted for 63.1%
Ghana’s Proposed Mining Law Reforms Signal Major Industry Changes
Ghana is preparing to introduce its most significant mining law reforms in nearly two decades, with proposed legislation expected to reshape how mining companies operate in one of Africa’s largest
GoldStone Shares Surge as Hong Kong Miner Acquires Strategic Stake
GoldStone Resources has secured a £3.51 million strategic investment from Hong Kong-listed Persistence Gold Group, strengthening its financial position as it accelerates development of the Homase gold project in Ghana.
African Countries Boost Trade Opportunities at CISCE Under China’s Zero-Tariff Policy
African countries are increasingly leveraging the China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE) to strengthen trade ties with China, showcase export products, and explore new investment and supply chain cooperation opportunities.
Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire Unite on Cocoa Pricing Strategy to Curb Smuggling and Strengthen Farmer Incomes
Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire, the world’s two largest cocoa-producing nations, have agreed to harmonise cocoa producer pricing policies beginning with the 2026/2027 crop season in a move aimed at reducing
Russia’s Jet Fuel Export Ban Opens Major Opportunity for Dangote Refinery in Global Aviation Market
Nigeria’s Dangote Petroleum Refinery could emerge as one of the biggest beneficiaries of Russia’s decision to suspend jet fuel exports through November 2026, creating a significant supply gap in the
Beyond Cocoa: Why Ghana Must Diversify It’s Agricultural Export Economy
Ghana is facing growing pressure to diversify its agricultural export sector as structural challenges in the cocoa industry expose the risks of relying heavily on a single commodity for export
Ghana Leads New Cross-border Digital Trade Initiative in Africa
Ghana is spearheading a new cross-border digital trade partnership with Rwanda, Zambia and other African partners aimed at accelerating digital commerce and financial integration across the continent. The initiative was
African Export-Import Bank Launches Accelerator to Power Africa’s Digital Trade Future
The African Export-Import Bank has unveiled its inaugural Accelerator Programme, bringing together eight high-potential startups to fast-track the development of Africa’s digital trade ecosystem and deepen intra-African commerce. Held in
Dangote Refinery Exports 456,000 Tonnes of Fuel Across Africa, Boosting Regional Energy Supply
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has exported 456,000 tonnes of refined petroleum products to African markets, marking a significant milestone in strengthening Nigeria’s role in regional energy supply. The exports, comprising