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Africa (pan-African) · Markets · ATNDebt overtakes equity in Africa’s $19bn private capital marketAccording 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…South Africa · Politics · ATNMalatsi pushes to cut red tape for digital infrastructure builds in SAAccording 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…Morocco · Business · ATNAFDB lends Morocco $487 million in support of reforms, climate resilience | InternationalAccording 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,…Nigeria · Politics · ATNMadagascar's richest man eyes $450 million Nigeria TV dealAccording 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…NG · Technology · ATNUduTech, AfriLabs expand African AI accessAccording 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…Nigeria · Politics · ATNDangote unveils $50bn Africa investment plan, acquires 25% stake in Kenya pipeline networkAccording 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…Kenya · Infrastructure · ATNBillionaire Dangote buys 25% of Kenya's pipeline for $327mAccording 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…ZA · Business · ATNCan a 5% newsprint tariff save SA’s print industry?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…Africa · Technology · ATNBronkhorstspruit water crisis in South Africa: 400 fall sick near TshwaneAccording 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…Algeria · Politics · ATNAlgeria plans US$71.6bn oil and gas investment by 2030According 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…Africa (East Africa) · Business · ATNIndia’s Exports To Africa Skyrocket 47%, Led by Near-Doubling Of East Africa ShipmentsAccording 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…Kenya · Politics · ATNKenya in talks for new multilateral financing, says central bankAccording 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…Africa · Business · ATNCentre showcasing black and African culture opens in LondonAccording to Africanews — Ethiopia, In addition to film screenings, the venue will host masterclasses, industry panels, and live performances by established and emerging talent.Nigeria · Markets · ATNWho is the new majority owner of eTranzact?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…Africa · Security · ATNIn Kenya, recycled plastic gets a second life as chess piecesAccording 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.KE · Technology · ATNMicrosoft is shutting its Nairobi engineering centreAccording 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.Africa · Infrastructure · ATNEcobank Group and CIPS Partner to strengthen China-Africa financial corridor - Morocco News GazetteAccording 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)…Nigeria; South Africa · Markets · ATNStandard Bank partners with Nigeria’s OPay to take African opportunityAccording 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…Djibouti · Security · ATNUN migration agency says 139 died in Djibouti shipwreck; 84 still missingAccording 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…ATN ANALYSIS · The disaster underscores the human cost of the migration corridor connecting the Horn of Africa, Djibouti and Yemen. The route is used by people seeking work and safety despite…