Angola’s Budget Bill Seeks US$40.9 Billion
Angola asks Parliament to approve a US$40.9 billion budget for 2027, with a vote due by 15 December ahead of...
October 30, 2026Section
Economy
Chad Mobilizes 8,900 Tonnes of Free Food
Millet prices in eastern Chad's Goz Beida market rose 46 percent by late August after a weak rainy season. The...
October 30, 2026
Bahamas Buys Back US$171 Million of Bonds
The Bahamas accepted US$170.6 million of old dollar bonds and expects to redeem US$194.3 million more, after selling a new...
October 30, 2026
US Tariffs Hit Nicaragua Cigars, Not Coffee
A 12.5% US tariff has hit Nicaraguan cigars since 24 July 2026, while coffee, beef and gold stay exempt. A...
October 30, 2026
Guinea-Bissau’s Mobile Money Cap Doubles
From 2 November 2026 a Guinea-Bissau mobile wallet can hold US$6,790 and take US$25,470 a month, double the old balance...
October 30, 2026
Congo-Brazzaville Budget Bets on US$71 Oil
Oil gave Congo-Brazzaville 45% of its 2025 budget revenue, and the 2027 bill bets the same sector on US$71 a...
October 30, 2026
Nicaragua Coffee Needs US$227 Million More
Nicaragua coffee exports reached US$691 million by September 2026, leaving US$227 million to ship in October to December to pass...
October 30, 2026
Congo-Brazzaville Retires Old CFA Coins
Old CFA franc coins struck 1958 to 1985 lose legal tender in Congo and five other states on 1 November...
October 30, 2026
Guinea-Bissau’s Borrowing Cost Rises to 8.1%
Guinea-Bissau paid 8.10% on a three-year bond on 19 October, up from 7.22% in September, and returns to market on...
October 30, 2026