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Kenyan President William Ruto says bilateral trade between Kenya and Tanzania is expected to surpass $1bn in 2026, citing growing investment, regional integration and stronger East African Community ties
AFRICA

Ruto projects $1 billion Kenya–Tanzania trade milestone in 2026 as ties deepen

Kenyan President William Ruto says bilateral trade between Kenya and Tanzania is expected to surpass $1bn in 2026, citing growing investment, regional integration and stronger…

  • Mnaku Mbani
4 min read
Africa’s 2025 economic outlook signals strength (Graphic: Hope Mukami, bird story agency)
AFCFTA TRADE EXPANSION

AfDB report highlights growth, reforms and investment booms in Africa

A refinery boom appears to be reshaping West Africa’s energy landscape, boosting local capacity and reducing reliance on imports

  • Bonface Orucho
6 min read
Growing discontent: People queue during Botswana’s elections in October. (Themba Hadebe/AP)
AFDB GROWTH FORECAST

Africa poised for growth despite persistent problems

The year ahead for the continent will be shaped by key elections and geopolitical shifts

  • Alex Vines
6 min read