William Ruto is latest president of developing country caught between multilateral lenders and angry population
Protests in Nairobi last week show the limited options for countries avoiding default
Gemcorp’s past activities in Africa appear aligned with the Kremlin’s strategic priorities. Now it has senior Conservatives on the payroll
Plan includes relaxing sanctions on Israeli billionaire to counter Chinese control of critical minerals
Pro-market Democratic Alliance takes six ministerial posts in unity government after fraught negotiations
Sector forecast to double in value over eight years but soaring inflation will erode families’ spending power
Hedge funds cut bullish bets as seasonal rains improve production outlook in Ghana
Power-sharing agreement is a minor miracle, but divisions are deep
South African president and pro-business party’s John Steenhuisen seek to resolve dispute over cabinet posts
Kenya’s Finance bill scrapped after demonstrators storm parliament
Rights groups allege that at least 23 people were killed after parliament was stormed
Assault that killed more than 100 soldiers and regime tensions exacerbate dire security situation
Proponents of continued fossil fuel use say it is the only way for the continent to industrialise
The businessman’s Fondation H is supporting Madagascar’s artists with exhibitions and programmes
President addresses nation after five killed and dozens injured when police opened fire on anti-tax demonstrators
African country will lead coalition aiming to bolster police force overwhelmed by fierce fighting in the Caribbean nation
Formation of cabinet is delayed as ANC dismisses Democratic Alliance’s ‘outrageous’ demands
Once confirmed, agreement will lower value of $13bn of international bonds by nearly 40%
With Egypt’s blessing, Ibrahim al-Organi dominated trade into Gaza. Now the Bedouin leader has a security mission
Saudis say many fatalities were unauthorised pilgrims, as action promised against companies behind unofficial travel
From straw hats to supplements, HTSI’s ultimate globetrotter shares her suitcase staples
Ramaphosa coalition heralded by some as new dawn for the country
Rand and equities rise after African National Congress seals power-sharing agreement with Democratic Alliance
The battle for Khartoum has parallels with Mogadishu’s bloody descent in the 1990s
Washington proposal would ease restrictions on Israeli tycoon Dan Gertler imposed over alleged corrupt dealing
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