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Micro and small enterprises (MSEs) may fall short in size but their potential to grow economies, especially in emerging markets, is large. 

Micro and small enterprises (MSEs) may fall short in size but their potential to grow economies, especially in emerging markets, is large. Their ability to thrive is being shaped by an evolving mix of technological, financial, and environmental factors which can also pose challenges. That’s according to a new study that examined the financial health of over 4000 MSEs across five emerging market cities. CNBC Africa is joined by Edoardo Totolo, Vice President: Research & Programs, Center for Financial Inclusion for more. 

Digital adoption key to micro and small enterprise revenue growth 

Nigeria raked in 6.9 billion naira from mining fees in the first quarter of this year. 

Nigeria raked in 6.9 billion naira from mining fees in the first quarter of this year. That’s according to the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, highlighting one of the initiatives on the horizon is the establishment of the Nigerian Solid Minerals Corporation which is expected to serve as a special-purpose vehicle to elevate Nigeria into the global mining arena. Cyril Azobu, Partner and Mining Leader at PwC joins CNBC Africa for more on this.

Nigeria rakes in ₦6.9bn from mining fees in Q1’25

Global oil companies will no doubt be monitoring developments in the market in the wake of tariff induced recession fears. 

Global oil companies will no doubt be monitoring developments in the market in the wake of tariff induced recession fears. Brent crude has lost more than 8 per cent since Trump's Liberation Day" tariff announcement on April 2 and as OPEC agreed to production increases higher than market expectations. To discuss what recent developments in the oil and gas markets in Africa mean for its business, CNBC Africa is joined by Taelo Mojapelo, CEO, BP Southern Africa.

The leadership driving growth in Africa’s oil & gas sector

Ethiopia is anticipating to spend less on debt servicing following the country’s recent debt restructuring agreement. 

Ethiopia is anticipating to spend less on debt servicing following the country’s recent debt restructuring agreement. The country’s Finance Minister held talks with IMF Managing Director on the sidelines of the ongoing Spring meetings in Washington DC. CNBC Africa is joined by Mered Fikireyohannes, Founder & CEO of Pragma Investment Advisory to unpack that and much more as the central bank announced results of the foreign exchange auction.


Ethiopia's Finance Minister holds talks with IMF Chief 

Peace and stability are essential foundations for economic growth, investment, and long-term development in Africa. Yet financing peace has traditionally depended on external donors and public institutions—until now. 

Peace and stability are essential foundations for economic growth, investment, and long-term development in Africa. Yet financing peace has traditionally depended on external donors and public institutions—until now. The African Union Peace Fund is gaining fresh momentum, with growing interest and contributions from the continent’s private sector, state-owned enterprises, and multilateral financial institutions. It’s a shift that signals a broader recognition that peace is not just a political issue—but an economic one. Ms Dagmawit Moges Bekele, Director of the African Union Peace Fund joins CNBC Africa to unpack this shift. 

AU Peace Fund sees “unprecedented” momentum in attracting resources

The International Monetary Fund has downgraded its economic growth forecast for Nigeria in 2025 to 3 per cent this year and 2.7 per cent in 2026 owing to declining oil prices. Will the country surpass this growth forecast? Tilewa Adebajo, CEO of The 

The International Monetary Fund has downgraded its economic growth forecast for Nigeria in 2025 to 3 per cent this year and 2.7 per cent in 2026 owing to declining oil prices. Will the country surpass this growth forecast? Tilewa Adebajo, CEO of The CFG Advisory joins CNBC Africa for more on this and outcomes from the IMF Article iv consultation with Nigeria.

Will Nigeria surpass economic growth forecasts near-term?

Global growth decline is bound to see a ripple effect on African markets as economic headwinds persist.

Global growth decline is bound to see a ripple effect on African markets as economic headwinds persist. What pathways can African economies take in the face of global uncertainties that threaten to slow growth and raise risk on debt distress for the continent? CNBC AFRICA is joined by Agnes Gitau, Executive Director at the Eastern Africa Association who is attending the IMF Spring meetings in Washington DC, USA.

IMF regional economic outlook: Key outtakes for Africa

Africa faces a housing deficit of over 52 million units, demanding innovative financing solutions. By leveraging local capital, pension funds, and PPPs, the continent has a real opportunity to drive sustainable urban development from within. 

Africa faces a housing deficit of over 52 million units, demanding innovative financing solutions. By leveraging local capital, pension funds, and PPPs, the continent has a real opportunity to drive sustainable urban development from within. CNBC Africa’s Tabitha Muthoni spoke to Thierno-Habib Hann, Managing Director & CEO of Shelter Afrique Development Bank, for more insights.

Unlocking Africa’s housing potential with local capital & PPPs

The Co-Founder and President of Sabi, Ademola Adesina says the gap in the U.S critical mineral strategy is that it fails to address the long game of domestic production and the tariffs will exacerbate the problem. 

The Co-Founder and President of Sabi, Ademola Adesina says the gap in the U.S critical mineral strategy is that it fails to address the long game of domestic production and the tariffs will exacerbate the problem, as China's retaliation through export controls will make it more complex for American buyers of African minerals. He further adds that this complexity creates an opportunity for informal African miners who have long been left out of the large corporate supply chains. Ademola Adesina joins CNBC Africa for this discussion.

Sabi: US - China trade war could unlock opportunity for Africa's informal miners 

Kenya’s National Treasury in June this year will be tabling the 2025-2026 budget with the country projecting to spend Ksh4.2 trillion. 

Kenya’s National Treasury in June this year will be tabling the 2025-2026 budget with the country projecting to spend Ksh4.2 trillion. The budget is expected to face strong headwinds as the Government is in a tight spot in raising any new taxes as public sentiment has remained largely anti-new tax hikes. CNBC Africa spoke to Brian Waruru Manager: International Tax & Transaction Services, Ernst & Young. 

Kenya aiming for $865mn World Bank, AfDB loans to bridge budget deficit

S&P Global Ratings has raised its long-term local and foreign currency sovereign credit ratings on Togo to B+ with a stable outlook is stable. 

S&P Global Ratings has raised its long-term local and foreign currency sovereign credit ratings on Togo to B+ with a stable outlook is stable. The ratings firm notes despite headwinds to global growth, it expects Togo’s GDP to grow at an average rate of 6 percent over the years2025 to 2028. Hugo Soubrier, Lead Analyst for Togo at S&P joins CNBC Africa to unpack the report.

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