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With gold prices hitting record highs, driven by geopolitical tensions and trade uncertainties, CNBC Africa is joined by Richard Mubilu, Mineral Consultant and Trade Analyst at Pearl Precious Metals, in Uganda. 

Gold rally: Buy or sell - what’s next?

Russia’s ceasefire shakes global oil markets—prices dip, but will they stay low? From OPEC+ moves to East Africa’s fuel costs, CNBC Africa breaks down what’s next with Martin Chomba, Chairman of Petroleum Outlets Association of Kenya.

What's next for oil prices & global supply?

Rwanda's energy landscape is evolving, with methane gas projects like Shema Power Lake Kivu playing a key role in the transition. 

Unpacking Rwanda’s power prices & market trends

Sheriff Balogun, the incoming National President of the Nigerian- American Chamber of Commerce, Sheriff Balogun, says the decreasing trade deficit with the U.S is a good sign, stressing that there's the need to achieve a balance of trade.

Nigeria needs to improve trade relations with the U.S 

Rwanda’s economy grew by 8.9 per cent in 2024, driven by strong performance in services and agriculture. To gain more insights, CNBC Africa’s Ericks Shyaka spoke to Thierry Kalisa, Chief Economist of the National Bank of Rwanda.

Rwanda’s economy grew by 8.9% in 2024

Former First Lady of Namibia, Monica Geingos, believes there's the need to address stereotypical mindset if there'll ever be a shift in achieving a fair and equal society, while stressing that changing societal mindset takes a long period. 

Geingos: We need to address mindset stereotypes on gender equality

Ghana’s President John Mahama says there will be no bailouts for State-Owned Enterprises operating at a loss noting they will either be merged, privatised or shut down. 

Ghana says no bailouts for loss-making state-owned enterprises 

The UN Trade and Development global trade update shows that over the last four quarters, trade growth in developing countries generally outpaced that of developed countries. 

UNCTAD: Trade growth in developing countries outpaced developed countries 

Since the start of the new tax year on 1 March 2025, Alexforbes has observed a second wave of interest from retirement fund members in checking their balances and submitting savings pot claims. 

Alexforbes sees surge in savings pot claims

Hot on the heels of last night’s Federal Reserve decision, this afternoon the South African Reserve Bank takes centre stage when Governor Lesetja Kganyago is set deliver the monetary policy committee’s decision. 

Economists predict SARB to keep benchmark interest rate at 7.5%

The Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange (DSE) has recorded a significant rise in local investor participation in the stock market, while corporate bond trading has slowed down. 

Inside Tanzania’s market movements

As Kenyan banks navigate the evolving financial landscape, the question arises: Is the growth in loan books driven by genuine market demand, or are riskier lending practices fueling the surge? 

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