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By ending the so-called "EV mandate," Trump aims to reduce government intervention and favour market-driven choices, prioritizing traditional gasoline-powered vehicles. 

Trump's EV policy rollback: Implications for Africa’s industrialisation, energy transition

As global markets navigate a shifting economic landscape in 2025, investors remain focused on key themes such as inflation trends, geopolitical risks, and opportunities in emerging markets. 

Standard Chartered global market outlook 2025

As Africa continues to embrace digital transformation, sectors like e-commerce, fintech, and technology-driven industries are playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of work. 

Africa's evolving labour market and the future of jobs

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. 

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