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Donald Trump’s return to the White House as the 47th President of the United States is poised to shape global economic trends and impact South Africa’s markets in significant ways. 

Markets react to Trump’s return to office

Rwanda’s equities and fixed income markets continued with an upward movement as T-bills remained oversubscribed third week into the month of January. 

Rwandan market update

The CEO of Liechtenstein Cryptoassets Exchange, Monty Metzger, says the growing impact of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology, emphasizes their role in financial inclusion, particularly in Africa. 

Metzger: Cryptocurrency industry at a tipping point

Analysts expect the naira to remain stable this year on the back of sustained interventions from the Central Bank of Nigeria, expected moderation in inflation  and improved economic recovery. 

Will naira remain stable in 2025?

Investors are reacting to the bond and T-bills issuance calendar for the first quarter of this year. 

Q1'25 issuance: Will Nigeria secure investors buy-in?

Talks at this year’s World Economic Forum are stepping up a gear with CEOs noting Europe needs to boost its competitiveness and deregulate if it is to keep up with Asia, the U.S. and engagements with Africa.

Onigbinde: We cannot be bystanders to AI driven industrial revolution 

US President Donald Trump reiterates BRICS nations would face 100 per cent tariffs on trade with the US if they continue their de-dollarization efforts. 

Analysing likely impact of Trump’s policy direction on Africa

The incoming Republican administration is poised to implement sweeping changes, including hiking tariffs, slashing bureaucracy, overhauling immigration policies, and repealing regulations. 

Davos 2025: Business leaders react to Trump’s return as US president

Donald Trump has been sworn in for his second term as President of the United States. 

SA investors react to day one of Trump presidency 2.0

CNBC Africa reporter Palesa Mofokeng spoke with Agriculture Minister, John Steenhuisen on the side-lines of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. 

Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen speaks on SA’s reform agenda to drive growth 

Uganda is facing a critical juncture in its economic and environmental journey. 

Uganda's economic outlook and environmental sustainability

Renewable energy will account for 35 per cent of global power generation this year, significantly reducing reliance on fossil fuels. 

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