Africa's Export Directory
Mohammed VI, widely regarded as Africa’s wealthiest monarch, is spearheading a major push into the continent’s mining sector through a $750 million investment aimed at significantly boosting gold production. The
Uganda’s export earnings surged 77.6% in January 2026, driven by strong gold and coffee exports, highlighting the country’s growing role in regional trade and global commodity markets. Uganda has kicked
Tanzania’s gold exports to South Africa have risen sharply, reaching about $2.293 billion in 2024, reflecting both strong global prices (around $2,500 per ounce) and pressure to boost foreign exchange
Ghana, Africa’s leading gold producer and the world’s sixth largest, is preparing a revision of its mining code as authorities seek a bigger share of revenues amid a sharp rise
Uganda’s export sector delivered one of its strongest performances in recent history, with total export earnings reaching approximately US$12.7 billion in the year to November 2025, according to data released
By Brandon Moss Gold remains one of Africa’s most valuable export commodities, underpinning national economies and shaping global trade flows. In 2025, a combination of long-established producers and rising exporters
Edited by Jayden Bagshaw Despite growing calls for diversification, Africa’s export profile remains heavily skewed toward commodities. The African Trade Report 2025 reveals that oil, gold, copper, and cocoa still
By Jayden Bagshaw Uganda has inaugurated its first large-scale gold mine and refinery in the eastern region, a $250 million investment led by a Chinese consortium. The facility is capable
Sudan has shattered expectations by setting a new gold export record—$1.57 billion in legal sales—despite grappling with civil war, runaway inflation, and mass displacement. According to the Sudanese Mineral Resources
Tourism has officially overtaken gold as Tanzania’s leading source of foreign exchange, marking a significant shift in the nation’s post-pandemic economic recovery. According to the Bank of Tanzania’s June 2025