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Kazakhstan Expands Islamic Finance with New Shariah-Compliant ETF

Kazakhstan marked a significant milestone in Islamic finance with the launch of its Central Asia and Caucasus’ first Shariah-compliant exchange-traded fund (ETF) under the International Trading System’s Shariah index.

IMF Urges Ethiopian Support for Economic Reforms

Speaking at a recent press briefing at the Ministry of Finance in Addis Ababa alongside Finance Minister Ahmed Shide, IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva called on Ethiopians to support the government’s economic reform efforts.

Gambia Urges IsDB to Extend Support to Non-Member Countries

Gambia Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs Seedy Keita, has called on the Islamic Development Bank to expand its financial support beyond its member countries to include Muslim communities in non-member nations.

African Development Bank and IOM Collab on Migration

The African Development Bank Group (ADB) and the International Organization for Migration are exploring ways to strengthen their partnership to address climate-related migration and development challenges across Africa.

World Bank May Inject USD 400 Million into Jordan’s Economy

According to a recent report, The World Bank is considering financing a new project in Jordan with an estimated value of USD 400 million.

One Third of Global Population Lives Without Internet

Internet connectivity is no longer a luxury but a necessity for economic growth, education, and social development. Yet nearly 2.6 billion people—approximately one-third of the global population—remain without access.

Singapore Welcomes Continued FDI and Cultural Ties with India

During his inaugural state visit to India in January 2025, Singaporean President Tharman Shanmugaratnam emphasized the need for Singapore to strengthen its engagement with...

Egypt’s New Chapter in its Economic Revival

Egypt is set to receive a USD 1.2 billion disbursement from the International Monetary Fund in January 2025, as part of its USD 8 billion Extended Fund Facility programme.

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DeFi Is Disrupting Finance but Jury is Out on Useability for the Unbanked

Decentralised Finance is reshaping the way money flows—challenging long-standing barriers to access. With blockchain at its core, it holds revolutionary potential—but can it truly deliver on its promise?
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North Korea Opens Borders for the Pyongyang International Marathon

Despite North Korean dominance at the Pyongyang International Marathon, the participation of foreign runners has sparked global interest, fueling speculation that the country is jogging into soft diplomacy.

Zimbabwe’s Presidential Internet Scheme to Train 1.5M Coders

Zimbabwe’s Presidential Internet Scheme aims to bridge the digital divide and expand opportunities for youth through education, economic empowerment, and tech innovation, particularly in underserved rural areas.

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AfrikaBurn Says No to Money, Yes to Experience

AfrikaBurn is a pegged as a blueprint for a more connected, compassionate, and conscious world; one that embraces spontaneity and creativity in the heart of the Tankwa Karoo desert. What happens when thousands come together to create a city composed of art, music, and free food?

Mona Shindy Talks Good Governance Through Commonplace Diplomacy

As a young engineer, retired ADF Captain Mona Shindy was one of three women to first serve on a Royal Australian Navy warship travelling to a warzone in 1991. Fast forward to the future, a warm and articulate Shindy gets candid about leadership, empathy, and starting conversations that matter.
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