Africa
Sonara Awards 7 Billion CFA Contract to DSC Marine SA in Historic Deal
Sonara Awards 7 Billion CFA Contract to DSC Marine SA in Historic Deal DSC Marine SA, a Cameroonian company established in 2015, has recently secured a significant contract with Sonara, the national oil refinery of Cameroon. This 7 billion contract marks a substantial achievement for DSC Marine SA, reflecting the company’s growth and its increasing…
Forgery Scandal Hits BEAC: Ebibeyin Agency at the Epicenter of Counterfeit Controversy 2024.
Forgery Scandal Hits BEAC: Ebibeyin Agency at the Epicenter of Counterfeit Controversy 2024 The Central African Economic and Monetary Community (CEMAC) has been shaken by a scandal involving the BEAC agency in Ebibeyin, Equatorial Guinea. A counterfeit banknote operation has been uncovered, implicating several high-ranking officials, including the Commissioner of Ebibeyin and the head of…
Ngaoundéré’s Inflation Confirmed as Cameroon’s Most Expensive City Amid Rising Inflation
Ngaoundéré’s Inflation Confirmed as Cameroon’s Most Expensive City Amid Rising Inflation Ngaoundéré, the bustling capital of Cameroon’s Adamawa region, has been ranked as the most expensive city in the country for the third consecutive year, with an inflation rate nearing 8%. This persistent rise in the cost of living has outpaced the national average, placing…
Chad-Cameroon Pipeline: New Route for Niger’s Oil Exports to China
Chad-Cameroon Pipeline: New Route for Niger’s Oil Exports to China The Geopolitics of Hydrocarbons: Niger’s Pivot to the Chad-Cameroon Pipeline In the intricate tapestry of global energy politics, the recent developments involving Niger’s decision to reroute its crude oil exports through the Chad-Cameroon pipeline to reach the Chinese market is a narrative of resilience, strategic…
Glencore says it bribed SNH and Sonara with CFA 7billion
Glencore says it bribed SNH and Sonara with CFA 7billion (Business in Cameroon) – The U.S. Department of Justice and the UK Serious Fraud Office announced last May 24 that the Anglo-Swiss multinational Glencore pleaded guilty to bribes in several countries, including Cameroon. “Between approximately 2007 and 2018, Glencore and its subsidiaries caused approximately $79.6 million…
Cameroon Seeks $371.4M in Aid to Support 2.3M Vulnerable Citizens in 2024
Cameroon Seeks $371.4M in Aid to Support 2.3M Vulnerable Citizens in 2024 The Cameroon Humanitarian Response Plan 2024: A Comprehensive Strategy for Aid and Resilience In 2024, Cameroon faces a significant humanitarian challenge, with 3.4 million people in need of assistance due to ongoing conflicts, climate shocks, and disease outbreaks. The Cameroon Humanitarian Response Plan…
Gabon Secures 91 Billion CFA Franc Loan from BIRD for Digital and Statistical Advancement
Gabon Secures 91 Billion CFA Franc Loan from BIRD for Digital and Statistical Advancement In a significant economic development, Gabon is set to secure a loan of 91 billion CFA francs from the International Development Association (IDA), a part of the World Bank Group known as BIRD in French. This move is aimed at financing…
Leadership Shift: Georges Fotso Spearheads ASCA Asset Management
Leadership Shift: Georges Fotso Spearheads ASCA Asset Management The financial landscape of Cameroon has witnessed a significant development with Georges James Ndzutue Fotso taking the helm of ASCA Asset Management. This move marks a pivotal moment for the asset management firm, which is a franchise of the Attijariwafa bank group, responsible for portfolio management within…
Financial Aid Flowing: Cameroon Distributes 35 Billion CFA Francs for Economic Relief
Financial Aid Flowing: Cameroon Distributes 35 Billion CFA Francs for Economic Relief Cameroon’s Commitment to Economic Recovery: A 35 Billion CFA Franc Allocation In a significant move to bolster economic recovery in areas impacted by various challenges, the Cameroonian government has earmarked a substantial sum of 35 billion CFA francs. This allocation is a testament…
Cameroon Launches Ambitious 305 Billion CFA Franc Initiative to Elevate Dairy Production
Cameroon Launches Ambitious 305 Billion CFA Franc Initiative to Elevate Dairy Production Cameroon’s Ambitious Plan to Revitalize the Dairy Sector In a bold move to revitalize its dairy sector, Cameroon has adopted a comprehensive plan worth 305 billion CFA francs. This initiative represents a significant investment in the country’s agricultural infrastructure and has the potential…

