The latest verified developments from across Africa. ATN explains what changed, why it matters and what to watch next.
According to BusinessDay (Nigeria), Share Africa’s private capital market recorded a seven-year series high in disclosed transaction value in the third quarter of 2026, even as dealmaking slowed, with growing debt financing and large infrastructure transactions driving the increase, according to a new report by Stears.…
According to Business Day, The aim is to solve a number of problems hindering network deployment in the country The government aims to reduce the delays and red tape characterising digital infrastructure builds in South Africa. By doing so, communications…
According to Devdiscourse (Reuters syndicated feed), Read more about AFDB lends Morocco $487 million in support of reforms, climate resilience on Devdiscourse AFDB lends Morocco $487 million in support of reforms, climate resilience Reuters | Updated:…
According to billionaires.africa, Thomson Broadcast, owned by Madagascar’s richest man Ylias Akbaraly, hopes Macron’s Nigeria visit will help it land a €400 million contract. Table of Contents Ylias Akbaraly, the industrialist widely regarded as Madagascar's…
According to ITWeb Africa, The alliance aims to help early-stage companies develop AI applications for sectors including financial services, healthcare, education and agriculture. By Elijah Oseni , Nigerian Contributor Johannesburg, 22 Oct 2026 Udu…
According to Daily News Hub, President and Chief Executive of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has unveiled an ambitious plan to establish an extensive petroleum distribution network across Africa, with investments in pipelines, storage facilities…
According to Billionaires Africa, Aliko Dangote's group has bought nearly a quarter of Kenya Pipeline Company for $327 million, weeks after he broke ground on a Kenyan refinery. Table of Contents Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote said his group has bought a…
According to Business Day, Sector-wide review launched as imports threaten paper and packaging jobs South Africa’s trade authorities have imposed a 5% tariff on imports of newsprint, in rolls or sheets, to save the domestic print industry from extinction. The…
According to BBC News Africa, More than 400 people, mostly children, become ill after drinking contaminated water, east of Pretoria. Residents warned not to drink tap water after hundreds fall sick near South Africa capital Image source, Gallo via Getty Images…
According to Africa Business Insight, Macroeconomy Algeria plans US$71.6bn oil and gas investment by 2030 Nana Oye Ankrah October 19, 2026 SHARE Algeria plans to invest US$71.6 billion in its oil and gas industry by 2030 as rising domestic energy consumption…
According to Daily Jagran (PTI), India's merchandise exports showed robust growth in April-August, with significant increases across Africa, ASEAN, and North-East Asia, reflecting successful market diversification efforts. Shipments to Africa surged 47%, while…
According to Reuters (via Sowetan), Debt-for-food swap among financing options under consideration Kenya is in discussions with several multilateral development banks to secure new financing that is expected to materialise this financial year, its central bank…
According to Africanews — Ethiopia, In addition to film screenings, the venue will host masterclasses, industry panels, and live performances by established and emerging talent.
According to Condia, Trademarks Global Concepts has acquired a 56.18% stake in eTranzact as Access Bank and other shareholders exit. Trademarks Global Concepts Limited now controls more than half of eTranzact International Plc, one of Nigeria’s earliest…
According to France 24 Africa, In Nairobi, a project is helping children develop focus, patience and critical thinking through chess, using pieces made from recycled plastic waste.
According to TechCabal, Microsoft is closing its development centre in Nairobi, leaving fewer than 10 of its roughly 400 employees and ending its most ambitious engineering project in Kenya.
According to GlobeNewswire (via Morocco News Gazette), 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ecobank Group has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Cross-Border Interbank Payment System (CIPS) to strengthen Renminbi (RMB) payment connectivity between China and…
According to Business Day (South Africa), Collaboration to unlock new digital banking products and services for millions Standard Bank has announced a strategic investment in and partnership with OPay to advance financial services access in Africa. Standard…
According to International Organization for Migration (IOM), The International Organization for Migration says at least 139 people died after a migrant boat capsized off Djibouti on October 8–9, with 84 still missing and 82 survivors. Reuters and the…
