Apr 2, 2026 | Commonwealth News
Namibia Critical Minerals Inc. has amended its agreement with the Japan Organisation for Metals and Energy Security to secure additional funding for the Lofdal heavy rare earths project. Under the revised deal, Jogmec will contribute an extra N$37 million to help...
Apr 1, 2026 | Commonwealth News
Afreximbank underwrites $2.5 billion of $4 billion syndicated loan for Dangote Refinery, one of Africa’s largest industrial financing deals. The African Export-Import Bank and Access Bank Plc led the five-year facility to refinance debt and support the 650,000...
Apr 1, 2026 | Commonwealth News
Uganda has reintroduced rhinos to Kidepo Valley National Park in a major conservation step aimed at restoring a species wiped out there by poaching. Two southern white rhinos were moved from the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, followed by two more, as part of a relocation...
Mar 30, 2026 | Commonwealth News
The Gambia’s National Assembly has begun debating a new bill aimed at protecting personal data and modernising the country’s digital sector. The Communications Bill 2025, introduced on Monday, March 23, would regulate electronic transactions, media and broadcasting,...
Mar 30, 2026 | Commonwealth News
Namibia has been praised as a leading example of how African countries can align their agricultural plans with the African Union’s new 10-year framework. Speaking at a technical workshop in Windhoek on 24 March, AUDA-NEPAD’s Manyewu Mutamba said Namibia stands out for...
Mar 26, 2026 | Commonwealth News
Uganda’s merchandise exports soared 77.6% in January from a year ago, hitting $1.5 billion compared to $844.6 million last year, the finance ministry reported. The growth was driven by strong sales of gold, coffee, industrial products, oil re-exports, beans, and...
