Business in Africa7 days agoAfrica's richest man helps fund $660m fuel pipeline between Ethiopia and DjiboutiThe pipeline would strengthen energy security in landlocked Ethiopia, while creating jobs at Djibouti's port.7 days ago17 Sept 2026'This is our company': Nigerians show off oil wealth after share-buying frenzyMany Nigerians buy their first ever shares - in the oil refinery owned by Africa's richest man, Aliko Dangote. 17 Sept 202614 Sept 2026Africa's richest man launches continent's biggest share saleNigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote says he wants ordinary people to share in the success of his oil refinery.14 Sept 202630 Sept 2025Thousands of workers in limbo as US-Africa trade deal set to expireThe BBC visits a Kenyan garment factory facing job losses if the deal known as Agoa is not renewed.30 Sept 202525 Apr 2025'My bananas were seized and destroyed' - Malawi-Tanzania trade row escalatesFollowing the crackdown, some traders have resorted to selling their goods in secret, the BBC hears. 25 Apr 20253 Apr 2025Adesina: Africa can't rely on benevolence of othersThe African Development Bank president tells the BBC how poverty shaped his world views.3 Apr 20255 Jan 2025Tanzania's fuel revolution slowed down by lack of filling stationsThe authorities want vehicles to switch to gas but the transition has been hampered by a lack of filling stations.5 Jan 202519 Dec 2024Malawi seeks billions of dollars from US firm over ruby salesColumbia Gem House denies government claims that it owes $309bn in unpaid taxes and royalties.19 Dec 20244 Dec 2024Niger junta takes control of French uranium mineSince the coup last year, the junta has been trying to reduce French influence in the country.4 Dec 2024...
