Credit stress rose as NPLs hit 14.3% by Nov 2024, driven by BEAC's rate hike to 6.75%. Concentration in top banks (54% assets) holds 75% of bad loans, with deposits shifting to cash hoarding. A $550 ...

Solarcentury has launched the first 25 MW phase of the Mailo solar project. Electricity is now sold on the Southern African Power Pool without a PPA. The plant is set to reach 118 MW, with 500 MW more ...

A new bilateral commission will oversee energy, education, and security projects. The initiative follows President Traoré’s visit to Russia in May 2025. Trade reached $753.5 million in 2024 and is ...