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BEAC Announces Demonetization Schedule for Older CFA Coins in CEMAC Zone
The Banque des États de l’Afrique centrale will begin demonetizing older franc CFA coins in the CEMAC zone on November 1, 2026, with exchanges available until October 31, 2027, as part of a modernization effort for the region's monetary system.
African Universities Excluded from UK High Potential Individual Visa List
The exclusion of African universities from the UK’s 2026 Global Universities List restricts graduates from institutions like the University of Cape Town from utilizing the High Potential Individual visa, which allows work in the UK for two years without a job offer.
Rice Prices Show Mixed Trends in Lagos Markets
Rice prices in Lagos have shown mixed trends, with a 50kg bag of imported long-grain rice rising to N53,375 and imported short-grain rice increasing to N50,800, while locally manufactured rice prices remained stable at N51,285.71. Food inflation in Nigeria has reached 20.31%.
Enviu Reports Progress in Sustainable Development Initiatives Across Multiple Regions
Enviu's report reveals that over 19,000 smallholder farmers in East Africa achieved a 30% increase in income through climate-resilient value chains in 2025, highlighting advancements in sustainable practices across agriculture, textiles, and tourism.
Namibia
MTC Opens New Early Childhood Development Centre in Rehoboth
Discover how MTC's recent investment in early childhood development is transforming opportunities for children in Rehoboth. Get insights into the official handover and its impact on the community.
Business
Steel Arch for Saigon River Pedestrian Bridge Arrives at Construction Site
On October 19, 2026, a giant barge transporting the steel arch arrived at the construction site of a pedestrian bridge spanning the Saigon River in Ho Chi Minh City.
South Africa
Vedanta Plans Zinc Smelter in Northern Cape to Boost Local Economy
Vedanta Resources is set to establish a significant zinc smelter in South Africa's Northern Cape, backed by President Cyril Ramaphosa. This initiative aims to enhance local beneficiation and address high energy costs. The proposed smelter…
Nigeria
Kaduna State compensates 4,865 households with N7 billion for infrastructure projects
Governor Uba Sani announced that his administration has compensated property owners impacted by ongoing road construction initiatives over the past three and a half years. This commitment demonstrates a focus on community support and infrastructure development.
Ghana
Authorities Exhume 200 Bodies for Tamale Third Ring Road Construction
Discover the recent developments in Tamale as authorities exhumed approximately 200 bodies from Gurugu cemetery to facilitate construction projects.
Namibia
Windhoek Approves 204 Building Plans Valued at N3.3 Million
Discover the latest building trends in Windhoek, where 204 building plans have been approved, with the commercial and industrial sectors accounting for half of the total value.
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