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2 days ago | 
furtherafrica.com | Liya Bekele
The United States has reiterated its strong support for Ethiopia’s pursuit of maritime access, affirming a shared commitment to peaceful and diplomatic avenues that promote regional cooperation and economic integration. In an exclusive interview with the Ethiopian News Agency (ENA), U.S. Ambassador to Ethiopia Ervin Massinga recognised Ethiopia’s legitimate aspiration to secure access to the sea—an essential factor for a country of its size, economic ambition, and growing regional role.
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2 days ago | 
furtherafrica.com | Liya Bekele
Angola has amended over 20 articles of its Tax Benefits Code (CBF) as part of a broader effort to modernise its fiscal framework and align with recent tax reforms. The revisions are also in preparation for the forthcoming unified income tax system, which aims to streamline taxation for both individuals and businesses. The updated CBF reflects Angola’s continued push towards greater tax transparency, efficiency, and harmonisation, in line with international best practices.
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3 days ago | 
furtherafrica.com | Liya Bekele
Ethiopia is making major advances in the application of artificial intelligence (AI), with transformative projects underway in healthcare, education, and agriculture. At the forefront is a pioneering initiative for early cancer detection, led by the Ethiopian Artificial Intelligence Institute.
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4 days ago | 
furtherafrica.com | Liya Bekele
The Government of Mozambique has approved the creation of the Administração Nacional de Obras Públicas (ANOP), a new public administration responsible for managing, coordinating, and supervising public infrastructure works nationwide. The announcement was made during the 19th ordinary session of the Council of Ministers on Tuesday, June 3rd, with the respective decree having been officially approved.
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4 days ago | 
furtherafrica.com | Liya Bekele
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) has expanded his flagship summer volunteer development initiative to include a new Rural Corridor Program, designed to strengthen the connection between urban and rural development efforts across Ethiopia. This year’s program, launched in Ethiopia’s Central Region, builds on the success of previous urban housing projects, such as the innovative Awari residential development.
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4 days ago | 
furtherafrica.com | Liya Bekele
As the global economy intensifies its shift toward clean energy, the demand for critical minerals—especially copper and cobalt—has never been greater. At the heart of this geopolitical and industrial race lies the Lobito Corridor, a strategic logistics route stretching from the deepwater port of Lobito in Angola to the mineral-rich Copperbelt regions of Zambia and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
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5 days ago | 
furtherafrica.com | Liya Bekele
Ethiopian Airlines has officially inaugurated a new passenger route to Sharjah, signalling a strategic move to deepen ties with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the broader Middle East. The inaugural flight, which took place on Sunday, was marked by a ceremonial event where Chief Operating Officer Retta Melaku outlined the airline’s long-standing relationship with the region.
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5 days ago | 
furtherafrica.com | Liya Bekele
South Africa unveiled its Critical Minerals and Metals Strategy, charting a clear roadmap to utilize the country‘s vast mineral wealth as a source of inclusive growth, industrialisation, and economic transformation. As international demand for critical minerals accelerates—particularly in green energy, electric mobility, and advanced manufacturing—the strategy positions South Africa to become a competitive global player in mineral value chains.
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6 days ago | 
furtherafrica.com | Liya Bekele
Ethiopia and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) at the staff level have agreed on the third review of the country‘s US$3.4 billion Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement. The agreement symbolises continued support for the government‘s economic reform program. Ethiopia will become eligible to take an additional US$260 million, subject to IMF Executive Board approval. Total disbursements under the program would be effectively US$1.85 billion.
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6 days ago | 
furtherafrica.com | Liya Bekele
As Africa embarks on the journey towards a cleaner, more sustainable energy tomorrow, biomass offers itself as a critical, but often neglected, pillar in the energy revolution of the continent. Focused on rich agricultural residues, forest products, and organic waste, biomass offers the potential to address the twin challenge of energy access and climate resilience. More than 600 million Africans still lack electricity access, and over 900 million rely on traditional biomass for cooking.
