[allAfrica] Cape Town -- The Monetary Policy Committee of the South African Reserve Bank voted to keep the interest rate unchanged, despite experts and the markets expecting a hike.

[Vanguard] Yola--No fewer than 20 persons mainly Nigerians have been confirmed killed following a boat mishap within the Cameroun territorial waters.

[This Day] James Emejo posits that with the launch of a $3.05 billion World Bank assisted package of programmes focused on poverty reduction and human capital development, the federal government prioritising is strategic investments in people, not just policy reforms, a development that will determine whether its economic agenda ultimately succeeds

[Bird Story Agency] How a small country used trade, discipline and the hard work of thousands of women to become one of Africa's top garment exporters

[Leadership] The House of Representatives has resolved to investigate the losses, damages and casualties suffered; take inventory of property abandoned by Nigerians arising from previous and recent xenophobic attacks in the Republic of South Africa.

[Leadership] Before the current wave of reforms at the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), every movement in Nigeria's external reserves was closely watched with apprehension.

[SAnews.gov.za] Spaza shop owners looking to grow their businesses can apply for support through the Spaza Shop Support Fund.

[ANGOP] Luanda -- The African Union (AU)'s Director of Blue Economy and Sustainable Environment, Hersen Nyambe, stated on Wednesday (22,) in Luanda, that the continent's blue economy currently generates over 298 billion dollars in annual value, with projections pointing to USD 405 billion output by 2063.

[Nyasa Times] Airtel Africa Plc has recorded a strong start to its 2026/27 financial year, with revenue climbing 31% on the back of rising customer demand for data and mobile money services, the company has announced.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto's bid to establish a Presidential Task Force to conduct a forensic audit of Kenya's public debt has suffered a major setback after the High Court declared the body unconstitutional for encroaching on the mandate of an independent constitutional office.

[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- UNICEF has asked Uganda to strengthen child road safety, saying protecting children requires action to reduce speeding, improve pedestrian infrastructure and strengthen emergency response.

[New Dawn] MONROVIA -- The National Port Authority (NPA) has signed a memorandum of understanding with HAROPA PORT of France to promote digital technology, automation and infrastructure modernization across Liberia's four major seaports.

[Radio Dalsan] Somalia and the World Bank have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening cooperation on economic reforms, institutional development and regional integration during high-level talks in Mogadishu on July 22, as the country pushes ahead with efforts to accelerate growth and strengthen public institutions.

[Ghanaian Times] Forms Capital Limited, in partnership with MobileMoney Fintech Limited, has rebranded its overdraft service, XtraBalance, as *MoMo Boost*.

[Ghanaian Times] The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Bank of Ghana (BoG) has maintained the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) at 14 per cent, citing renewed global uncertainties and potential inflationary pressures from rising fuel and utility prices.

[GroundUp] Hundreds of immigrant traders lose their livelihoods after City moves against Marble Towers

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto on Thursday hosted more than 5,000 artisans and mechanics at State House, Nairobi, where he reaffirmed his administration's commitment to empowering workers in the informal sector and announced a salary increase for civil servants effective this month.

[Independent (Kampala)] Interview -- From introducing improved coffee seedlings to connecting farmers to markets and international opportunities, Alfred Ojok has spent years building Hasting Coffee Centre into a catalyst for agricultural transformation in Northern Uganda.

[allAfrica] Africa grows more than half of the world's finest long-staple cotton. It earns less than three percent of what that cotton is eventually worth. This is not a trade problem. It is a narrative problem -- and allAfrica is setting out to fix it.

[Nyasa Times] There is a certain symmetry to President Arthur Peter Mutharika reaching for Tony Blair as he tries to convince the world that Malawi is open for business again.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The National Treasury expects Kenya's economy to grow by 5 percent in 2026 despite global uncertainties, supported by easing inflation, structural reforms and increased private sector investment.

[Premium Times] The CBN Act mandates the CBN governor to brief the National Assembly about its operations twice a year.

[DW] Germany is deepening its footprint across Africa, as Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul embarks on his third trip to the continent in 2026. His top-level talks will focus on security, skills development and investment.

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[Capital FM] Zoho, a global technology company, today announced a strategic partnership in Kenya aimed at accelerating SME growth, advancing digital transformation, and supporting entrepreneurs across the country. The announcement was made during Zoholics Kenya 2026, Zoho's annual user conference.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto on Wednesday held talks with British High Commissioner to Kenya Matt Baugh at State House, Nairobi, focusing on deepening bilateral relations, expanding trade and investment, and strengthening cooperation on regional peace and security.

[New Times] American philanthropist Bill Gates has called for artificial intelligence (AI) to be deployed in Africa from the early stages of its development, warning that introducing the technology only after it has benefited wealthier nations would deepen global health inequalities.

[This Day] The Senate yesterday subjected the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to intense scrutiny over its monetary policy, banking sector recapitalisation, inflation management, foreign exchange reforms and financial operations.

[SNA] KHARTOUM, July 22, 2026 (SUNA) - Prime Minister Professor Kamil Idris reviewed the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport's performance during the first half of the year, along with its programs and planned projects for the coming period.

[UN News] The world's shift to clean energy is driving huge demand for critical minerals such as lithium, nickel, cobalt and copper.