Egypt-Ethiopia tensions ease over dam
Egypt could potentially lose a great deal from the reduced flow of water that the GERD could cause.
North Africa
Reforms and gas discoveries spur revival in Egypt’s power fortunes
Egypt’s energy sector is on the upturn, as the government plans an ambitious diversification programme taking in gas, renewables, hydro, coal and nuclear. James Gavin …
Egypt: From little things, big things grow
The government’s SME initiative adds balance because Egypt’s millions of SMEs once comprised only a small fraction of banks’ clients.
Sudan is finally coming in from the cold
Sudan has been trying to shed its reputation as an international pariah, and the results are starting to show.
Comar makes a strong entry into SS Africa
Comar, CEO Mustapha Azaiez, talks to African Banker about the company’s strategy in West Africa region and the success its new operation has already chalked up.
Is Sudan coming in from the cold?
Sudan has been trying to shed its reputation as an international pariah, and the results are starting to show.
Africa’s new debt binge: What are the risks?
Global investors are keen to buy the eurobonds being issued by African sovereigns, but could growing debts presage a return to the bad old days?
Has Africa learned its lesson on debt?
Global interest rates are still hovering around historic lows, but a sharp rise could have ugly consequences for Africa’s economies.
‘Egypt is our most profitable region,’ says Ahmed El Sewedy
Ahmed El Sewedy, President and CEO of Elsewedy Electric, the international electrical solutions company registering a profit of $80m in Q2 2017, has revealed that Egypt is the company’s most lucrative market.
Africa 2017 Forum sets strong development agenda
Political leaders and economic decision-makers from across Africa attended the Africa 2017 Forum in Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt, in December. African Business looks at some of the highlights of the event.