Moussa Diop

Global tourism barely grew in the first half of 2026, but four African countries bucked the trend with double-digit increases in tourism revenue: Mozambique, Mauritius, Morocco and Gambia.

AFCON 2027 qualifiers: 48 teams are competing across 12 groups of four. The three co-hosts of the tournament, Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda, have qualified directly for the final tournament.

The first and second matchdays of the TotalEnergies CAF AFCON PAMOJA 2027 qualifiers will take place from September 24 to October 6 during the FIFA international window. Here is the full schedule for these qualifying rounds, which feature several interesting clashes. The final tournament will be held in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.

Morocco, Egypt and Tunisia welcomed 34 million tourists in the first eight months of the year, an increase of just 1.61% compared with the same period last year, driven entirely by Morocco’s growth. A challenging global environment is largely responsible for the slowdown.

Global remittances stood at $728.6 billion in 2025, according to a report by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). In Africa, flows reached $124.2 billion. Five countries alone accounted for 73% of the total. For some countries, these sources of foreign currency exceed revenues generated by exports and tourism...

The world is facing another increase in oil prices and, more importantly, a fresh surge in fuel prices driven by a combination of factors. The situation is hitting African countries particularly hard, with many already announcing new increases at the pump. While the continent as a whole is set to suffer, some countries and operators are reaping the benefits.

Royal Air Maroc expanded its fleet by 19.3% over the past year, the fastest growth among Africa’s five largest carriers, while Ethiopian Airlines remains far ahead with 163 aircraft. The expansion comes as African airlines prepare for rising passenger demand and a more competitive continental aviation market.

The price of crude oil continues to seesaw amid tensions in the Middle East and statements by U.S. President Donald Trump. As fuel prices are partly tied to the cost of crude, pump prices remain generally high. In Africa, taxes, which provide significant revenue for public finances, also weigh heavily on fuel prices.

Just days after significantly reducing the number of embassies and consulates issuing US visas across Africa, the US administration has further tightened visa requirements by raising the bond that may be required from nationals of certain African countries seeking to travel to the United States. The bond can now reach $20,000 and applies to citizens of 50 countries, including 30 in Africa.