The Africa Energy Technology Conference (AETC) 2026 will take place from 19th to 21st May 2026 at the Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra, Ghana, under the theme “From Borders to Bridges: Driving Intra-African Trade & Development through Energy & Technology Services.” The conference is expected to convene over 1,500 delegates from more than 30 countries, including African Heads of State, ministers…
On food security and agri-business growth What operational levers can strengthen profitability in the agri-business sector? AHMED AL-GHAZALI: Long-term planning, reliable equipment and a strong service ecosystem are key. As the country advances its food security strategy, investors and producers are increasingly focused on maximising yields per hectare. Achieving this requires careful crop planning,…
Geopolitical volatility following the Iran war has driven sharp repricing across war risk, marine and specialty insurance lines globally The structural limitations of private insurance markets exposed by the Strait of Hormuz disruption are opening space for emerging market players and new public-private mechanisms Turkey and Kenya are advancing as regional insurance and reinsurance…
On the expansion of digital payment methods and the modernisation of national payment services How is the CBL addressing structural imbalances in foreign reserves amid oil price volatility? NAJI ISSA BELGASEM: The CBL continues to confront structural vulnerabilities arising from the country’s reliance on oil revenue, which remains sensitive to global price movements. Recent strength in global…
Disruption to physical maritime routes through the Gulf and Strait of Hormuz is increasing attention on satellite connectivity and digital trade infrastructure in emerging markets Starlink, Eutelsat OneWeb and regional operators are expanding aggressively across Africa and Central Asia, often through partnerships with incumbent telecoms Kenya and Rwanda are positioning themselves as…
WIEG Investment Summit 2026 | Where Policy Meets Capital and Capital Meets the Market Nigeria’s next growth phase will be driven by intentional capital aligned with bankable ideas. The WIEG Investment Summit 2026 convenes cooperatives, SMEs and MSMEs, bilateral and multilateral business associations, alongside a WIEG-led investor consortium committing up to US$500 million in catalytic investments…
The Africa Prosperity Dialogues (APD) 2026 is a three-day continental gathering taking place 4-6 February 2026 at the Accra International Conference Centre. Under the theme "Empowering SMEs, Women & Youth in Africa's Single Market – Innovate. Collaborate. Trade," the event will convene over 6,000 delegates from more than 104 countries, including Heads of State, CEOs, and innovators. The programme…
Following the hosting of the Libya Energy & Economic Summit in Tripoli from January 24 to 26, 2026, the country stands at a critical point in its economic rehabilitation. While the broader political environment is characterised by institutional duality, the energy sector has become relatively stable. Production levels have shown resilience, reaching approximately 1.38m barrels…
Libya’s public finances have long been characterised by institutional division with authorities in the east and west of the country pursuing separate budgets and development agendas. This fragmentation had previously fuelled inflation and widened hard currency deficits. In November 2025 the Libyan House of Representatives and the Tripoli-based High State Council signed the agreement on the…
On scaling up production capacity What are the prospects for scaling up oil production, and in what ways has the sector maintained stability amid persistent challenges? PEDRO RIBEIRO: Despite headwinds, national production has remained relatively steady at around 1.3-1.4m barrels per day (bpd), highlighting both the strength of the hydrocarbon base and the adaptability of operators working…
