https://www.bizcommunity.com/410/861.html Africa news 15 Economy news - Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/res/img/logo.gif https://www.bizcommunity.com/410/861.html en-us Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:48:22 +0200 https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/ai-is-the-energy-story-a-dual-challenge-and-opportunity-for-africa-292257a Both new risks and strategic opportunities are being created for African economies, as the global economy enters a period in which geopolitical fragmentation, energy security, technology investment and changing trade relationships are increasingly intertwined. 1-272190 Thu, 01 Oct 2026 14:18:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Economy Africa https://www.bizcommunity.africa/article/3-shifts-that-will-translate-manufacturing-potential-into-sustainable-growth-for-africa-967714a The ambition is real and the potential is real, but the translation into competitive, bankable industrial output is where Africa keeps falling short. Africa’s manufacturing value added has climbed steadily, reaching an estimated $351bn in 2025, up from $285bn in 2020, according to the African Development Bank’s 2025 Africa Industrialisation Index. 1-270934 Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:30:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Economy Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/unhelpful-government-and-a-lack-of-brand-building-sees-south-african-mining-companies-lose-out-967314a Despite South Africa’s rich history of mining, no South African mining companies appear in the top 50 in the latest Mining, Metals & Minerals 50 2026 report by Brand Finance. 1-270634 Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:59:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Economy Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/wpp-results-beat-analyst-forecasts-sees-shares-jump-up-745222a WPP has posted first-half results that beat analyst forecasts on revenue, organic growth and profit margins, leading to a jump of as much as 30.2% in WPP shares - its highest intraday level since September 2025. 1-270582 Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:26:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Economy Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/omnicom-q2-results-built-for-an-era-where-speed-integration-and-scale-matter-most-967604a Omnicom’s revenue in the second quarter of 2026 increased $2.5bn to $6.6bn as compared to the second quarter of 2025, primarily due to the acquisition of IPG, which closed on November 26, 2025, and constant currency revenue growth. 1-270324 Thu, 30 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Economy Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/africa-to-weather-billion-dollar-storm-as-super-el-nino-approaches-189146a The African Development Bank’s top climate expert told Reuters that an impending “super” El Niño is likely to inflict a combined $10bn to $20bn hit on affected African countries and trigger mass migration from hard-hit areas. 1-270198 Mon, 27 Jul 2026 08:36:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Economy Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/africa-next-financial-chapter-will-be-driven-by-educated-participation-178016a Several forces are shaping Africa’s economic trajectory at once: stronger connectivity, more mobile capital, digital transformation, and a growing focus on financial inclusion. Africa Month is a useful moment to recognise the continent’s progress and resilience, but sustainable growth will depend on whether more people are equipped to participate in that progress. 1-268418 Mon, 25 May 2026 16:45:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Economy Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/banks-pan-african-model-regains-traction-posts-profit-despite-headwinds-514250a Ecobank Transnational Incorporated (Ecobank) is one of the most profitable financial institutions on the continent, with a profit of roughly $836m (₦1.21tr) for 2025. Its ability to grow both interest and non-interest income against several headwinds suggests a level of resilience that many competitors are still struggling to achieve. 1-267316 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:39:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Economy Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/fuel-price-shocks-hit-african-smes-as-conflict-drives-volatility-392648a War in the Middle East is pushing up global fuel prices, placing increasing pressure on small and medium-sized businesses across Africa, according to Zohakiy Mbi-Njifor, CEO of Endless Life Group. 1-267023 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Economy Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/gold-and-gold-equities-outlook-for-2026-840803a In the modern era, only the early and late 1970s have witnessed the scale of increases in gold and gold equities. During 2025 the gold price reached 45 new all-time highs with the 65% price gain in the year dwarfing anything experienced in the 2000s bull market. 1-265139 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 11:56:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Economy Africa