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Major International Business Headlines Brief :::  06 November  2025 

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ü  Nigeria: Senate Panel Submits Interim Report, Says Over $300bn Lost to
Oil Theft

ü  Nigeria's $2.35bn Eurobond Oversubscribed By $10.65bn

ü  Uganda Deploys 10-Year Tax Holiday, National Strategy to Become 'Net
Source' of E-Mobility

ü  Uganda: EACOP Starts Construction of Nyamasoga-Katooke Road in Hoima

ü  Nigeria: UK Govt Convenes Working Group Dialogue On Trade and Investment

ü  Mali's Economy Near Standstill Amid Jnim Fuel Attacks

ü  Tanzania's Post-Election Turmoil Deepens Economic and Social Woes

ü  Nigeria: Economic Impacts of U.S. Military Threat to Nigeria

ü  Nigeria: We're Open to Selling Refineries - Govt

ü  Ethiopia's Mega-Projects Cornerstones for Economic Sovereignty, Regional
Integration

ü  African Development Bank Support Drives Surge in Namibia's Domestic
Revenue Collection

ü  Ethiopia: GERD Advances Digitalization Through Reliable Power Supply -
Institutions

ü  Mozambique: Term Debt Management Strategy Approved

ü  Mozambique Still Faces Extreme Poverty Despite Technological Advances

ü  Nigeria: Ogoni Clean-Up - Hyprep Project Collapses 4 Days After
Commissioning

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Nigeria: Senate Panel Submits Interim Report, Says Over $300bn Lost to Oil
Theft

The Senate on Wednesday received the interim report of its Ad Hoc Committee
investigating the incessant and nefarious acts of crude oil theft and
related sabotage in the Niger Delta region, with findings indicating that
Nigeria may have lost over $300 billion in unaccounted crude oil proceeds.

Presenting the report, the Chairman of the Committee, Senator Ned Nwoko
(Delta North), said the findings so far exposed systemic irregularities,
poor measurement standards, and weak enforcement in the oil and gas sector.

According to him, the interim report -- which runs into about 40 pages --
recommends several measures to tackle crude oil theft, strengthen
accountability, and recover lost revenues.

"We are proposing to go straight to the recommendations as the full report
is voluminous," Nwoko told the Senate. "The committee, after extensive
assessment, recommends that the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory
Commission (NUPRC) should strictly enforce internationally accepted crude
oil measurement standards at all production sites and export terminals."

The report further urged the Federal Government to equip security agencies
with modern surveillance technology, including unmanned aerial vehicles
(UAVs), to combat oil theft, as well as to establish a Maritime Trust Fund
to enhance maritime infrastructure and safety.

Other recommendations include the establishment of special courts to
prosecute crude oil thieves, full implementation of the Host Communities
Development Trust Fund under the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA), and the
handover of abandoned wells to the NUPRC for proper management and
utilization.

The committee also proposed that it be empowered to "track, trace, and
recover" all stolen crude oil and its proceeds, locally and internationally
-- a recommendation that immediately sparked debate among lawmakers.

Senator Abdul Ningi (Bauchi Central) described the report as "detailed and
commendable," but argued that the committee's mandate should not include
direct recovery of stolen funds.

"We can track and trace, but recovery is beyond the powers of the Senate.
The committee should specify losses, locations, and report back for referral
to agencies such as the EFCC or ICPC," he said.

Ningi noted that consultant reports cited in the document revealed crude oil
revenue shortfalls of $81 billion between 2016 and 2017, in addition to $200
billion in unaccounted proceeds from 2015 to date.

Senate's Appropriations Committee Chairman Senator Solomon Adeola supported
Ningi's position, saying the recovery process must be handled by the
executive arm.

"The committee should provide more details -- names of companies, figures,
and locations -- before any further steps are taken," Adeola said. "It is
not the role of the Senate to recover funds; that lies with appropriate
agencies."

Other senators, including Senator Ibrahim Dankwambo (Gombe North), also
called for a more comprehensive final report identifying all "actors"
involved in the theft, the specific wells and rigs affected, and quantities
of crude lost through illegal bunkering and pipeline leakages.

"The title of the report includes 'the actors,' so we must know who they
are. It is a complex web involving companies, individuals, and illegal
refineries. We need well-by-well and rig-by-rig data," Dankwambo said.

Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe (Abia South) urged patience, stressing that since
the report was interim, the Senate should only receive it and await the
final submission.

Presiding over the session, Senate President Godswill Akpabio commended
Senator Nwoko and his team for their "thorough and courageous work," but
aligned with colleagues who said the Senate could not directly recover
stolen funds.

"Our duty is to track and trace. Recovery is a separate mandate handled by
government agencies. Nonetheless, we encourage the committee to continue its
work and present a final, comprehensive report," Akpabio said.

He described the estimated $300 billion in crude oil losses as "staggering,"
saying it underscores the need for urgent reforms and stricter oversight of
Nigeria's petroleum sector.

The Senate thereafter resolved to adopt the interim report and directed the
ad hoc committee to continue its investigation and submit a final report
with detailed findings and actionable recommendations.

Read the original article on Leadership.

Nigeria's $2.35bn Eurobond Oversubscribed By $10.65bn

Nigeria's return to the international capital market defied political
headwinds yesterday, as its $2.35 billion Eurobond issuance attracted orders
worth $13 billion, representing an oversubscription by 453 percent or $10.65
billion.

This comes despite United States President Donald Trump's designation of the
West African country as a "Country of Particular Concern" over alleged
widespread killings of Christians, rising religious intolerance, and his
further threat of military action if the government fails to curb the
violence. The strong investor appetite signals renewed global confidence in
Nigeria's economic reforms trajectory and resilience amid rising
geopolitical tension.

According to a statement from the Debt Management Office (DMO), the Federal
Republic of Nigeria successfully priced $2.35 billion Eurobonds maturing in
2036 (Long 10-year) and 2046 (Long 20-year) in the international capital
markets, with US$ 1.25 billion and US$ 1.10 billion placed in the 2036 and
2046 maturities, respectively.

The Long 10-year bond and the Long 20-year Notes were priced at Coupons /
Yields of 8.625 per cent and 9.125 per cent, respectively, the statement
added.

"Nigeria is pleased to have attracted a wide range of investors from
multiple jurisdictions including the United Kingdom, North America, Europe,
Asia, Middle East and participation from Nigerian investors, which it views
as an expression of continued investor confidence in the country's sound
macro-economic policy framework and prudent fiscal and monetary management.

"The transaction attracted a peak orderbook of over US$13 billion, marking
the largest ever orderbook achieved by the Republic. This significant
milestone underscores the strong support for the transaction across
geography and investor class.

"With respect to investor class, demand came from a combination of Fund
Managers, Insurance and Pension Funds, Hedge Funds, Banks and other
Financial Institutions," the statement added.

In his remarks on the transaction, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, stated that:
"We are delighted by the strong investor confidence demonstrated in our
country and our reform agenda. This development reaffirms Nigeria's position
as a recognised and credible participant in the global capital market.".

According to the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the
Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, "This successful market access demonstrates the
international community's continued confidence in Nigeria's reform
trajectory and our commitment to sustainable, inclusive growth."

In her remarks, the Director-General of the DMO, Patience Oniha stated:
"Nigeria's ability to access the Eurobond Market to raise long term funding
needed to support the growth agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is a
major achievement for Nigeria and is consistent with the DMO's objectives of
supporting development and diversifying funding sources."

The Notes would be admitted to the official list of the UK Listing Authority
and available to trade on the London Stock Exchange's regulated market, the
FMDQ Securities Exchange Limited and the Nigerian Exchange Limited.

The proceeds from this Eurobond issuance will be used to finance the 2025
fiscal deficit and support the government's other financing needs.

Nigeria mandated Chapel Hill Denham, Citigroup, Goldman Sachs, J.P. Morgan
and Standard Chartered Bank as Joint Bookrunners. FSDH Merchant Bank Limited
acted as Financial Adviser on the issuance.

The federal government had last month approved plans to raise as much as
$2.3 billion, along with a proposal to refinance $1.1 billion of dollar debt
that matures later this month.

The offering is the first since the country accessed the market in December.
Yesterday's sale was briefly delayed after Trump's threat against Islamist
militants in the country. Trump had also threatened to cut off US aid.

Oniha recently explained that the federal government's proposed $2.35
billion external borrowing plan was a strategic mix of new financing for the
2025 budget and a proactive measure to refinance maturing Eurobonds.

"In terms of what we need, it's $2.3 billion," she said.

She explained that "The 2025 budget has new N1.8 trillion in new external
borrowing. That's $1.2 billion. Then there's $1.118 billion, maturing by end
of November. So we want to issue Eurobond to redeem that one."

According to her, the refinancing of maturing Eurobonds through fresh
borrowing was standard practice in international debt markets and helps
Nigeria avoid default while maintaining investor confidence.

"It happens, it's not unusual. These countries that have done it include:
Kenya - $1.5 billion in Feb 2024 to refinance a $2 billion, Cameroon - $550
million in July 2024, Gabon - $570 million in Feb 2025, Angola - $1.75
billion in Oct 2025. And we have disclosed that upfront. There's no hiding
it."

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, said on Wednesday that the
Nigerian government was "engaging" with the Trump administration to explain
its constitutional protection of religious freedoms and its efforts to
combat Islamist attacks.

Read the original article on This Day.

Uganda Deploys 10-Year Tax Holiday, National Strategy to Become 'Net Source'
of E-Mobility

Uganda is making a strategic pivot to leapfrog the 139-year-old internal
combustion engine and establish itself as a global player in the new
electric vehicle (EV) market, backed by a powerful suite of fiscal
incentives, including a 10-year income tax holiday.

Speaking during NBS TV's SpotlightUG, a high-level media dialogue series
that brings together key ministries, departments, and agencies to highlight
achievements and future priorities, Mr. Allan Muhumuza, Team Lead of the
Mobility Bureau at the Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI)
Secretariat, detailed how Uganda plans to turn a massive economic drain into
a primary pillar of its knowledge-based economy.

"Mobility is the world's largest sector, estimated at about 15 trillion
dollars. The transition to e-mobility is a very unique and key opportunity
for us to step in and put our foot in the door. With the electric vehicle,
everyone is on the same level; it's new technology," Mr. Muhumuza began.

The $4.7 Billion Problem

Mr. Muhumuza framed the challenge in stark economic and environmental terms.
Uganda currently operates as a predominant consumer, importing vehicles
worth $860 million annually, and if nothing changes, that could reach up to
$4.7 billion by 2040, he warned.

This drains foreign reserves and floods the country with end-of-life
vehicles. Taxis on Ugandan roads, he noted, have an average age of 25 years,
while passenger vehicles average 12 years. This directly contributes to
Kampala being one of the top five most polluted cities in Africa and creates
massive energy inefficiency, with Ugandan vehicles consuming 2.5 times more
fuel than they should.

A New National Strategy

To counter this, the government published the National E-Mobility Strategy
in 2023, with the overall goal to position Uganda as a net source, rather
than a consumer, of e-mobility solutions in the region.

The strategy's top priorities are:

1. Local Manufacturing: Targeting a combined production capacity of half a
million vehicles by 2030, with 65% local content.

2. Localize the Battery: Domesticating the massive and capital intensive
battery value chain.

3. Electrify Public Transport: Focusing on electric buses, motorcycles, and
light rail.

To make this a reality, the government has introduced powerful incentives.
Mr. Muhumuza confirmed a 10-year income tax holiday for manufacturers of
electric vehicles and batteries, a VAT exemption on locally manufactured EVs
and charging services, and exemptions on excise and stamp duty.

Crucially, parts and materials for local manufacturing are zero-rated, while
importing a fully built vehicle incurs a 25% import duty. "We have put those
mechanisms in place so that we can drive industrialization," he stated.

Beyond the 'White Elephant'

Addressing long-held public skepticism that Ugandan car manufacturing is a
"white elephant," Mr. Muhumuza explained that the Kiira Motors plant in
Jinja is just a catalyst for an entire "industry of industries."

"Only about 15% of the value of that vehicle lies in that production plant,"
he said. "85% has to come from parts manufacturers, research and
development, that's where the real value is."

He highlighted that a private-sector ecosystem is already forming, including
a truck assembly plant on Masaka Road, NEC's armored vehicle production, and
four different companies manufacturing electric motorcycles.

The Mobility Bureau's job, he explained, is to nurture existing SMEs, those
already making brake pads, filters, wipers and tires for the lucrative
after-sales market--and help them meet the more stringent quality standards
required to supply a manufacturing plant, where reputation is on the line.

This includes government de-risking key areas like the estimated $2 billion
battery value chain, a venture a typical private sector might not find
interest in until a demonstrator proves its viability.

This week's Spotlight UG had STI (Science, Technology and Innovation)
Secretariat with the discussions centered on: Innovating for Impact:
Building Uganda's new economy through science, technology and innovation.
Looking into the strides that we are making in the science, technology and
innovation sectors, which is one of the sectors Uganda is using to leap into
the upper middle income status as we look at Vision 2040 and the tenfold
growth strategy.

Read the original article on Nile Post.

Uganda: EACOP Starts Construction of Nyamasoga-Katooke Road in Hoima

The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) Ltd, the company leading the
development of Uganda's crude oil export pipeline, in partnership with Hoima
City, has commenced the construction of the Nyamasoga-Katooke Road under its
Socio-Economic Investment (SEI) programme.

This initiative aims to enhance community livelihoods, improve local
infrastructure, boost trade, and support everyday activities within areas
along the pipeline route.

Located in Buseruka Sub-County, Hoima District, the 7.5-kilometre marram
road will connect the villages of Kayera and Katooke, home to approximately
6,500 residents across more than 600 households.

Once rehabilitated, the Nyamasoga-Katooke Road will significantly enhance
connectivity to the Kaiso-Tonya Highway, improving access to key trading
centres such as Nyamasoga and Buseruka. The improved road network will also
ease access to essential services, including health facilities, schools, and
local markets.

Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony, Mr. JB Habumugisha, Deputy Managing
Director of EACOP Ltd., reaffirmed the company's commitment to sustainable
community development, noting:

"EACOP remains committed to ensuring that the communities along the pipeline
route benefit from improved infrastructure and social services. This road
project demonstrates our dedication to supporting local development
priorities in partnership with government authorities."

The project follows a community request submitted by the Hoima District
leadership, aimed at improving transport and accessibility in the area.
Currently, the road is in poor condition and impassable by vehicles. Its
rehabilitation is expected to enhance trade, improve access to markets and
services, and boost economic activity in the region.

Rodgers Mbabazi, the Resident District Commissioner (RDC) for Hoima
District, expressed appreciation to EACOP for its continued collaboration
and investment in community infrastructure, noting that such initiatives
play a key role in advancing local development and improving the quality of
life for residents.

The road was officially commissioned by the Resident District Commissioner
of Hoima District, Mr. Rodgers Mbabazi, in a ceremony attended by the area
Member of Parliament, Local Councillors, the Chief Administrative Officer,
and residents at the Katooke Trading Centre, Hoima District.

Read the original article on Nile Post.

Nigeria: UK Govt Convenes Working Group Dialogue On Trade and Investment

The UK and Nigeria have launched the UK-Nigeria Economic Diversification
Working Group Dialogue, a strategic follow-up to the recently concluded
Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS) Roadshow in Kano and Lagos
states.

Convened under the UK-Nigeria Enhanced Trade and Investment Partnership
(ETIP), the event brought together senior government officials, trade
experts, and private sector leaders from both nations.

Opening the event, British Deputy High Commissioner Mr. Jonny Baxter
reaffirmed the UK's commitment to deepening bilateral trade relations, which
was valued at £7.9bn in the12 months ending March 2025.

He reaffirmed the UK's commitment to supporting Nigerian exporters through
the Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS), which provides generous
tariff reductions and simplified trade rules.

"Today's dialogue marks a significant milestone in the UK-Nigeria
partnership. It reflects our shared commitment to driving inclusive,
sustainable economic growth through strategic exports diversification. By
working together, government to government and with the private sector
through our market development programmes like Propcom+, we are unlocking
new opportunities for trade, investment, and innovation across key
sectors,"Baxter said.

Also speaking, Director of Trade and Investment, representing Ambassador
Abba Nura Rimi, Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and
Investment, Mrs Orji Gertrude said:"This DCTS initiative comes at a critical
time when Nigeria is intensifying efforts to diversify its export base
beyond oil and strengthen its participation in global value chains."

MTN Posts Strong Q3 Performance with N3.7trn Revenue

MTN Nigeria has established successful business in Nigeria, since the
rollout of its commercial services in 2001.

The telecoms company recently released its Q3 2025 financial statement,
declaring revenue of N3.7 trillion for the period ended September 30, 2025.

Highlights of performance over the business period, showed that mobile
subscribers grew by 11per cent to 85.4 million during the period. Earnings
Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (EBITDA) rose by 123
per cent to a bouncy N1.9 trillion.

According to analysts, the strong performance of MTN, underpinned a viable
return to dividend payment. There's an interim dividend payment of N5 per 2
kobo ordinary share approved by the Board of Directors to be paid to
shareholders whose names appear in the company's Register of Members as at
the close of business on November 20, 2025, subject to the appropriate
deduction of withholding tax, according to the company's secretary,
UtoUkpana, a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Secretaries (FCIS). Giving
details of the financial report, MTN Nigeria's Chief Executive Officer, Karl
OlutokunToriola, said: "We are pleased to report that MTN Nigeria has
restored its positive earnings and shareholders' equity positions. This is a
significant milestone that demonstrates strong operational momentum and
disciplined execution. Supported by a more favorable macroeconomic
environment and price adjustments, the outcome was driven by the delivery of
our strategic and commercial initiatives, commitment to efficiency and
prudent financial management."

Read the original article on This Day.

Mali's Economy Near Standstill Amid Jnim Fuel Attacks

An ongoing fuel blockade initiated by the JNIM jihadist group in Mali has
brought the landlocked Sahel nation's economy to a near standstill. In an
effort to isolate the capital, Bamako, and exert pressure on the ruling
junta, the militants have intensified their attacks on fuel tankers,
prompting Western governments to urge their citizens to leave the country.

Since back-to-back coups in 2020 and 2021, Mali has been ruled by a military
junta that is struggling to counter various armed groups, particularly the
Al-Qaeda-linked Group for the Support of Islam and Muslims (JNIM), which is
carrying out the blockade.

Since September, the JNIM has targeted fuel tankers, particularly those
coming from Senegal and Côte d'Ivoire, through which the majority of Mali's
imported goods transit.

JNIM is retaliating against the authorities' ban on the sale of fuel at
locations other than service stations in rural areas, a move meant to dry up
the jihadists' fuel supply lines, according to Malian authorities.

Mali's fuel shortage is exacerbating severe and recurrent power outages that
have crippled the economy for the past five years.

The junta announced late Sunday that class was cancelled at schools and
universities for two weeks due to the shortages.

In the middle of harvest season, some agricultural machinery has been
rendered inoperable without fuel, with the shortages having struck daily
life outside the capital several weeks earlier.

Mali under pressure to end fuel crisis as negotiations with jihadists stall

Tankers have been set on fire daily for the past two months, while drivers
and soldiers have been killed or kidnapped in jihadist ambushes.

Talks between Malian intermediaries and the jihadists have so far failed to
alleviate the problem.

Western citizens urged to leave

Last Thursday, several embassies in Mali urged citizens to depart the
country immediately while the United States and United Kingdom withdrew
non-essential staff, amid fears of growing insecurity.

Citing the "unpredictability of Bamako's security situation" and "ongoing
armed conflict" around the capital, the US embassy later urged all citizens
to "depart immediately" on commercial aircraft.

Italy, Germany, Canada and a handful of other countries have also told their
nationals to depart Mali as swiftly as possible.

Five years after the 2020 coup, where is Mali today?

The various embassies' recent actions "reveal a critical and rapid
deterioration of security, even around Bamako, which until now had been
relatively spared", says Bakary Sambe, director of the Timbuktu Institute, a
Dakar-based think tank.

He told RFI that the jihadists do not appear to be preparing a military
assault against the Malian capital, but rather working towards economic
exhaustion intended to weaken the transitional regime in place.

"Several aspects lead me to be cautious about the imminence of a frontal
assault on Bamako, which is neither in their doctrine nor within the current
capabilities of JNIM. It is not their objective," he explains.

Economic suffocation

"The group has had to learn from past experiences [notably the occupation
and administration of the northern regions of Mali for ten months in 2012,
editor's note] and has made the strategic choice of gradual suffocation: a
war of economic and political attrition, which delegitimises the regime
without ever exposing itself to a conventional battle that would be lost in
advance."

Since July, Mali has seen an increase in attacks targeting industrial and
mining sites, particularly in the Kayes region, which accounts for 80
percent of Mali's gold production, its main source of wealth.

Chinese firms pay price of jihadist strikes against Mali junta

Examples include the Diamond Cement Factory in Kayes - where three Indian
engineers were kidnapped - and several mines in the Kayes region, where
about ten Chinese employees were abducted.

The Bougouni lithium mine, operated by the British company Kodal Minerals,
has also been subjected to several raids.

According to information confirmed by RFI and France 24 on Monday, JNIM
released three hostages in exchange for a large ransom.

Ransom paid for hostages

Two Emiratis and an Iranian, who were captured outside Bamako on 23
September were released on 29 October under the auspices of the Malian
intelligence services for a sum between 50 and 70 million euros.

Several tons of military equipment - vehicles and weapons - were also
delivered to the jihadist group. According to several sources, a prisoner
exchange also took place.

For Sambe, these fall into a range of tactics used by JNIM to "project an
image of resounding failure".

>From falling export revenues, to scaring off direct investment and fomenting
popular discontent, especially since the regime had promised security and
sovereignty with support from Moscow.

"It's a war of suffocation, but also a strategy of discrediting the regime,
demonstrating daily its inability to ensure the safety of the population."

In a statement released Monday, the Malian army claimed to have targeted "a
major terrorist base" near Sirakoro, in the Bougouni region of central Mali.

According to the army headquarters, the site was used "to plan attacks
against fuel tanker convoys."

The Malian army claims to have neutralised "more than a dozen terrorists"
and destroyed or recovered equipment.

Read or Listen to this story on the RFI website.

Tanzania's Post-Election Turmoil Deepens Economic and Social Woes

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania — At dawn in Manzese, a dusty township on the
outskirts of Dar es Salaam, silence hangs where the sounds of commerce once
roared. The township, usually crowded with street cooks, vegetable vendors,
mechanics, and motorcycle taxis snaking through the morning rush, stood
eerily empty. Shutters are pulled down, wooden stalls abandoned, and the air
is heavy with the smell of burnt rubber. For five days, the township's
bustling economic life has been paralyzed--leaving residents unable to buy
food or access basic services.

"I still can't believe what I saw," says Abel Nteena, a 36-year-old tricycle
rider, his voice trembling as he recalls the horror that unfolded on October
31. "Masked men in black with red armbands came out of nowhere. They started
shooting at us as we queued for fuel. They spoke Swahili, but their accent
was strange--and their skin was unusually dark. They shouted at everyone to
run and opened fire."

Nteena says three of his colleagues were hit by bullets and are now fighting
for their lives in a local hospital. "One was shot in the chest, another in
the leg. I don't even know if they will make it," he says.

A City Under Siege

The attack was one of several that rocked Dar es Salaam following the
disputed presidential elections, which many observers described as deeply
flawed. The unrest has claimed hundreds of lives nationwide, with the
government imposing a 12-hour curfew to quell the violence. But in doing so,
it has paralyzed the country's economic heart.

For the millions who rely on informal trade to survive, the curfew has been
a nightmare. Shops and markets close by mid-afternoon, public transport
halts, and banks and mobile money agents are often shuttered long before
sunset.

"I was just buying milk when I heard gunshots," recalls Neema Nkulu, a
31-year-old mother of three from the Bunju neighborhood. "People screamed
and fell to the ground. I saw a man bleeding near the shop. I dropped
everything and ran." She says. "A sniper's bullet hit the shop's glass right
where I had been standing. I thank God I'm alive."

With financial services disrupted, Neema and many others cannot access money
stored in mobile wallets. "I have cash in my phone, but the agents are
closed, and I can't withdraw it," she says. "My children have gone without
proper food for two days."

Daily Struggles Amid Curfew

In Dar es Salaam, where nearly six million people depend on daily earnings,
the curfew has created cascading hardships. Food prices have soared as
trucks bringing supplies from upcountry regions remain stranded due to
insecurity and fuel shortages. The cost of maize flour, a staple food, has
doubled in a week. Fuel scarcity has sent public transport fares
skyrocketing--with commuters paying twice the normal price to reach work.

"I used to sell fried fish every evening," says Rashid Pilo, 39, who runs a
roadside stall in Bunju. "My customers are mostly office workers who buy
food on their way home. But now, because of the curfew, everyone rushes home
early. I have lost almost everything. One night's curfew means no income and
no food for my family."

At Mwananyamala and Mabwepande hospitals, morgues are reportedly overwhelmed
by bodies of those killed in the violence. Health workers, speaking
anonymously for fear of reprisals, say they have run out of space and body
bags. The government has released no official casualty figures, but human
rights groups estimate that hundreds have died since election day.

"The bodies keep coming," says one morgue attendant, visibly shaken. "Some
have bullet wounds; others were beaten. Families are scared to claim them."

Fear and Silence

Across the city, the presence of heavily armed soldiers on the streets has
instilled deep fear among residents. Armored vehicles patrol major
intersections, and random house searches have become routine. Most city
dwellers have chosen to remain indoors, venturing out only when necessary.

"I went to three ATMs, but none were working," says Richard Masawe, a
46-year-old computer specialist at InfoTech company. "The internet was down,
and even mobile banking was offline. I couldn't buy anything or send money
to my family. It felt like we were cut off from the world."

The government says the internet shutdown was a "temporary security
measure," but rights groups argue it was an attempt to silence dissent and
block the flow of information about the violence.

Transport in Dar es Salaam has also been crippled. Long queues of vehicles
snake around petrol stations, while most buses remain grounded.

"We have fuel for only half a day," says Walid Masato a Yas station manager.
"Deliveries have stopped coming. The roads are unsafe."

An Economy on the Brink

According to economist Jerome Mchau, the post-election crisis has exposed
Tanzania's economic fragility. "The informal sector, which employs more than
80 percent of Tanzanians, is the hardest hit," he explains. "When people
can't move, can't trade, and can't access cash, the entire economic system
grinds to a halt."

Mchau estimates that the economy could lose up to USD 150 million per week
if the unrest continues. "Inflationary pressure is already visible," he
adds. "Food and fuel prices are climbing fast, and consumer confidence is
collapsing."

The curfew has also paralyzed logistics networks. Trucks carrying essential
goods from the central regions of Dodoma, Morogoro, and Mbeya have been
unable to reach the coast, creating artificial shortages in urban centers.
"We are seeing panic buying," Mchau notes. "People are stockpiling rice,
pasta, and flour because they don't know what tomorrow will bring."

Shattered Trust, Deep Divisions

Beyond the economic toll, the violence has eroded trust between citizens and
the government. Many Tanzanians feel betrayed by a system they once
considered a model of stability.

"Tanzania was long regarded as a beacon of peace and democracy in Africa,"
says Michael Bante, a political commentator based in Dar es Salaam. "But
what we're seeing now is unprecedented--people losing faith in state
institutions, opposition voices being silenced, and communities turning
against each other."

Bante says the government faces a monumental challenge in restoring public
confidence. "President Samia's administration must act decisively to unite
the nation," he says. "This means not only investigating human rights abuses
but also engaging in genuine dialogue with opposition leaders and civil
society."

The opposition has accused the ruling party of manipulating the vote and
using excessive force to suppress protests. The government, in turn, blames
"foreign-funded elements" for inciting violence. The truth, analysts say,
likely lies somewhere in between--in the deep mistrust that has been
festering for years.

A Nation in Mourning

In many parts of Dar es Salaam, grief and uncertainty define daily life. At
the Manzese Market, women gather quietly in small groups, whispering about
missing relatives. The charred remains of kiosks and motorcycles litter the
streets. A faint smell of smoke still hangs in the air.

"Life will never be the same," says Nkulu, the young mother who narrowly
escaped sniper fire. "We used to feel safe here. Now, every sound of a
motorbike makes me jump. I can't even send my children to school."

Schools across the city remain closed indefinitely. Hospitals report rising
cases of trauma and anxiety. Religious leaders have called for calm and
reconciliation.

Searching for Stability

President Samia Suluhu Hassan, who has publicly condemned the violence,
faces her toughest political test yet. In a televised address, she called
for unity and promised to investigate the attacks. Yet, critics argue that
the government's heavy-handed security response risks inflaming tensions
further.

"Tanzania is at a crossroads," says Bante. "The leadership must choose
between repression and reform. The world is watching."

International partners, including the African Union and the United Nations,
have called for restraint and dialogue. However, diplomatic sources say
mediation efforts have stalled as both sides harden their positions.

For ordinary Tanzanians like Rashid, the fish vendor, politics has become a
matter of survival. "I don't care who wins or loses," he says, frying a
handful of tilapia over a small charcoal stove. "I just want peace so that I
can work and feed my family."

A Fragile Hope

As dusk settles over Dar es Salaam, the city remains cloaked in tension. The
once-bustling bus stands and food stalls are deserted, the only movement
coming from military patrols sweeping through dimly lit streets.

Yet, amid the fear and uncertainty, some still cling to hope. "We've seen
hard times before," says Masawe, the computer specialist. "If we can rebuild
trust, maybe we can rebuild our country too."

For now, that hope feels distant. Tanzania's post-election crisis has left
deep scars in a nation once hailed for its calm. Whether President Samia's
government can heal those wounds remains to be seen.

IPS UN Bureau Report

Nigeria: Economic Impacts of U.S. Military Threat to Nigeria

The recent threat by President Donald trump to intervene in Nigeria in
response to the alleged 'killing of Christians' has serious implications for
Nigeria-Us relations, especially in terms of its drawbacks to the current
economic reforms, the recent 15% import duty on petroleum and diesel import
and the possibility of boosting the economic relationship between Nigeria
and China.

This shift towards BRICS in general and China in particular will primarily
affect the US by fueling competition for influence in Africa, challenging
the economic standing of the dollar, and creating vulnerabilities related to
trade imbalances and debt.

The weakening of Nigeria-US relationship due to the recent intervention
threat is therefore a direct manifestation of the broader struggle for
global economic dominance. Its potential negative effects on Nigeria
include:

A decline in foreign direct investment (FDI) through which U.S. investors
will adopt a careful approach toward emerging markets like Nigeria, focusing
instead on domestic opportunities. Foreign direct investment may also be
more vulnerable than before because the severity of the allegations creates
reputational risk, prompting multinational firms to delay or suspend
investment decisions across sectors such as energy, telecoms, agribusiness
and fintech.

On Trade Issues, the United States remains a vital economic partner for
Nigeria and bilateral trade in goods and services reached approximately $13
billion in 2024, according to official data from the Office of the U.S.
Trade Representative.

Trump's threat to cut "aid and assistance" could therefore ripple through
multiple channels such as trade finance, energy exports, defense procurement
and humanitarian programs. More risky still would be a suspension of
Nigeria's eligibility under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA),
which offers duty-free access to US markets for African goods. Such a move
could cripple Nigeria's drive towards expanding non-oil exports,
particularly in textiles, agro-processing, and light manufacturing. The
country's export council recently reported a nearly 20% rise in shipments
during the first half of 2025, driven by global demand for cocoa, urea, and
cashew. If Western importers begin to hesitate or reroute orders, these
fragile gains could diminish. Higher insurance premia and costlier trade
credit would also make Nigerian goods less competitive, even before a single
sanction is imposed.

Drop in portfolio inflows because the remarks of the US President could have
a significant impact on Nigeria's plans to issue Eurobonds worth about $2.3
billion later this year as investors may perceive the country as one with
high risk. Fiscal stability may also weaken as outflows push domestic yields
higher, raise borrowing costs, and worsen the currency-debt service dynamic.
The international amplification of Trump's remarks may therefore further
damage Nigeria's image and negatively influence multilaterals and rating
agencies.

Zespite efforts to diversify the Nigerian economy, Oil & Gas remain the
lifeblood of its economy, feeding both foreign exchange reserves and
government coffers. Any escalation that disrupts production, shipping, or
insurance coverage would squeeze dollar inflows at a point Nigeria struggles
to narrow its fiscal deficit. Although the International Energy Agency (IEA)
predicts that OPEC+ supply is expected to rise in 2025, a Nigeria-specific
disruption could tighten the global market for light-sweet crude,
potentially lifting prices but leaving Nigeria paradoxically poorer since
its output will drop due to the intervention or because buyers demand steep
discounts. For Nigeria, this means reduced revenue and heightened economic
vulnerability and in such a scenario, the country's budgetary gaps could
widen, forcing deeper austerity or additional borrowing at punishing rates.

If the threat is carried through, there will be increased inflationary
pressures, and reduced foreign reserves due to capital outflows. The
escalation may also complicate the efforts of the Central Bank of Nigeria
(CBN) to stabilize the naira and anchor inflation expectations.

The regulator has been courting portfolio inflows through high-yield
securities and reforms in the FX window, but heightened global risk aversion
could limit the impact and the naira may consequently face notable downward
pressure as outflows intensify, potentially forcing heavier CBN
intervention.

Muhammed Muttaka Usman is a Professor of Economics, Department of Economics,
Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria and member, Daily Trust Board of Economists

Read the original article on Daily Trust.

Nigeria: We're Open to Selling Refineries - Govt

The Federal Government says it is open to selling the Warri, Port Harcourt,
and Kaduna refineries to attract investment and promote competition in
Nigeria's oil refining sector.

Olu Verheijen, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Energy, disclosed
this during an interview with Bloomberg TV on the sidelines of the ADIPEC
Energy Conference in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, on Tuesday.

Verheijen said the move is among several options being considered to improve
efficiency in the downstream sector.

"It's one of the options that you have to consider if you find the right
technical partner with the right capital," she said.

She explained that the refineries, which had operated for years under
government subsidy, now face a more competitive environment following the
removal of fuel subsidies.

"Now that we've removed the subsidies, we've removed the distortions in that
market," she added.

In October, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited announced
it had begun a comprehensive technical and commercial review of the three
state-owned refineries.

Earlier in July, NNPC Group Chief Executive Officer, Bayo Ojulari, said the
process of revamping the facilities had become "a bit more complicated,"
noting that the company aimed to complete its reassessment by the end of the
year.

Verheijen also said the government views the planned initial public offering
(IPO) of NNPC as a long-term goal aimed at strengthening transparency and
efficiency within the company.

"What's really important to the shareholders is that we have an NNPC that's
a lot more transparent, a lot more efficient and delivers," she stated.

Read the original article on Daily Trust.

Ethiopia's Mega-Projects Cornerstones for Economic Sovereignty, Regional
Integration

Addis Ababa — Ethiopia's national mega-projects are the cornerstone of its
foreign policy and economic sovereignty, positioning the country for
sustainable development and stronger regional economic integration and
cooperation, according to political science scholar Prof. Brooke Hailu
Beshah.

Prof. Brooke told ENA that a nation's survival is inseparable from its
national interests, which for Ethiopia include safeguarding its borders,
preserving territorial integrity, and ensuring the economic independence and
welfare of its citizens.

Prof. Brooke described the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) as a
powerful symbol of national unity, cooperation, and triumph, marking the
beginning of a new phase of transformative projects aimed at achieving food
and economic sovereignty.

These national undertakings not only advance Ethiopia's core interests but
also reinforce its foreign policy through enhanced regional collaboration,
which is key to the nation's long-term stability and growth.

Following the GERD's inauguration, Prime Minister Abiy announced a series of
ambitious national projects including a peaceful nuclear power plant, the
Bishoftu International Airport, a major fertilizer factory, aAn oil refinery
and extensive housing developments, he added.

Prof. Brooke emphasized that while national interest has historically been
defined in terms of political sovereignty, the modern focus is shifting
toward economic self-reliance through the strategic use of domestic
resources.

He also described the new initiatives as crucial steps toward achieving food
and energy sovereignty, asserting they will transform Ethiopia's economy and
deepen regional integration.

Ethiopia's foreign policy, he added, continues to prioritize regional
partnerships, particularly in electric power generation and infrastructure
development.

Reaffirming Ethiopia's commitment to peaceful conflict resolution, Prof.
Brooke noted that the impact of these projects extends beyond national
borders, exemplifying the fertilizer factory, a joint venture with the
Dangote Group, is expected to significantly boost agricultural productivity.

Once these projects have completed, the facility will position Ethiopia as a
continental leader in fertilizer production, with the capacity to supply
neighboring countries such as Kenya, thereby reducing dependence on imports,
he stated.

Projects like the peaceful nuclear power plant, Bishoftu International
Airport, fertilizer factory, and oil refinery are all transformative
ventures will have the potential to redefine Ethiopia's economic landscape,
he said, adding that the planned gas factory will also help conserve foreign
exchange, enabling Ethiopia to better meet its domestic and humanitarian
needs through locally generated resources.

Read the original article on ENA.

African Development Bank Support Drives Surge in Namibia's Domestic Revenue
Collection

The African Development Bank Group's support to Namibia's tax administration
reforms through successive budget support operations has delivered
significant results. In less than five years, the Namibia Revenue Agency
(NamRA) has collected 275.80 billion Namibia dollars, representing a 67
percent increase in domestic revenue mobilisation since inception.

The establishment of NamRA has transformed Namibia's capacity to collect
revenue, particularly in non-mining corporate tax revenue.

"Without the African Development Bank's support, the agency may not have
achieved this milestone," said Sam Shivute, Commissioner of the Namibia
Revenue Agency, during an African Development Bank supervision mission on
Tuesday. "The agency aspires to be a world-class organisation, and our
annual domestic revenue mobilisation has been growing consistently,
exceeding expectations."

The African Development Bank played a pivotal role in establishing NamRA
through various phases of budget support from 2017 to 2022. The Bank has
continued providing technical assistance as part of a broader program to
improve Namibia's public finance management and economic governance.

On 17 December 2024, the Bank approved a $342,000 Middle Income Country
Technical Assistance Fund Grant to finance the Namibia Tax Administration
Technical Assistance Project.

Strategic Focus Areas

The project's development objective is to further boost domestic revenue
mobilisation through specialised audits of key economic sectors, capacity
building for NamRA staff, and strengthening data analytics capabilities.

These initiatives will enhance revenue collection, close leakage sources,
and improve fiscal sustainability. By reducing the fiscal deficit -- a key
driver of public debt -- the project creates budgetary space for increased
spending in economic and social sectors, ultimately contributing to
Namibia's socioeconomic development objectives.

"As official development assistance declines, the Bank has been supporting
African countries in strengthening domestic revenue mobilisation as part of
the broader economic governance agenda," said Baboucarr Koma, Chief
Governance Officer at the African Development Bank, who led the supervision
mission.

"By strengthening NamRA's institutional capacity, the African Development
Bank is not only closing revenue leakages but also enhancing the fiscal
space and hence laying the foundation for sustainable economic development
and improved quality of life for all Namibians."

Namibia has consistently ranked among the highest-tax-to-GDP-ratio countries
on the continent. According to the African Tax Administration Forum's
African Tax Outlook (ATO), Namibia's tax-to-GDP ratio reached 26.2% in 2023,
significantly above the ATO average of 15.1 percent.

Officials from the Ministry of Finance and Public Enterprises emphasised
that strengthening NamRA's capacity would enhance revenue mobilisation,
enabling the government to invest more in its people, infrastructure, and
future prosperity while maintaining fiscal discipline.

Established in 2021 under the Namibia Revenue Agency Act (No. 12 of 2017),
NamRA serves as the State's agent for tax assessment and revenue collection.

Koma said: "As Namibia continues its journey toward inclusive growth and
sustainable development, this partnership with the African Development Bank
demonstrates the power of strategic technical assistance to drive
transformative change and sets a benchmark for tax administration reform
across Africa."

Read the original article on African Development Bank (AfDB).

Ethiopia: GERD Advances Digitalization Through Reliable Power Supply -
Institutions

Addis Ababa — The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) will significantly
enhance the quality of digital service delivery by ensuring a reliable power
supply, according to various institutions.

They also emphasized that the dam will play a crucial role in promoting
comprehensive macroeconomic growth and advancing financial inclusion.

Speaking to ENA, Ethio Telecom's Chief Mobile Money Business Officer, Brook
Adhana, stated that the GERD is a landmark project that symbolizes African
independence, much like Ethiopia's victory at Adwa over colonial fascist
Italy.

He noted that GERD will accelerate the nation's digitalization efforts by
providing a stable and sustainable power supply, which in turn will
contribute greatly to the country's overall macroeconomic development.

Consistent and reliable electricity is essential for improving network
quality and expanding financial inclusion, Brook said, adding that the
availability of power will also facilitate the expansion of infrastructure
and drive social development by increasing access to domestic electricity.

Similarly, Safi Gemedi, Public Relations and Communication Executive Officer
at the Ethiopian Statistical Service (ESS), reiterated that GERD represents
"a second Adwa victory" achieved through the unity of Ethiopians.

He recalled that the ESS, which operates 26 branch offices across the
country, relies heavily on a stable power supply to manage its servers and
deliver accurate, up-to-date statistical data.

According to Safi, the sustainable energy generated by GERD will greatly
support the ESS's efforts to modernize the nation's statistical systems
through digital technology.

The dam will empower the institution to digitize collected data, improve
data quality, and enhance operational efficiency through the reliable power
supply it provides, he stated.

Read the original article on ENA.

Mozambique: Term Debt Management Strategy Approved

Maputo — The Mozambican government has approved the Medium-Term Debt
Management Strategy for 2025-2029, a document aimed at "defining a prudent
framework for public debt management."

According to a statement issued by the Council of Ministers (cabinet) on
Tuesday, the strategy is also aimed at meeting the State's financing needs,
balancing costs and risks, in order to ensure the credibility of economic
policy and debt sustainability in the medium and long term.

The strategy emerges at a time when public debt, particularly domestic debt,
is continuing to grow every month, to make up for the shortfall in tax
collection on the one hand, and the decline of foreign aid on the other.

The Bank of Mozambique, in its role as regulator of the national financial
system, has warned that the pressure on domestic public debt has continued
to worsen, and now represents over 40 per cent of the total debt stock,
standing at about 454.3 billion meticais (70.8 billion dollars),
representing an increase of 38.7 billion meticais, when compared to December
2024.

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"The debt is growing under more onerous conditions, putting the state into a
cycle of refinancing with ever higher costs', warned the Bank.

Over the last month, the Chinese government decided to forgive Mozambique's
interest-free loans falling due until 2024. The government data point out
that 14 per cent of Mozambique's foreign debt in March of this year was held
by China, the country's largest bilateral creditor, with a stock of 1.3
billion US dollars.

The country's public debt in general reached 1,100 billion meticais (16.7
billion dollars at the current exchange rate) over the last quarter of 2025,
corresponding to a growth of 2.7 per cent compared to the previous quarter.
This growth in the debt corresponds to 78.9 per cent of the country's Gross
Domestic Product (GDP).

Mozambique Still Faces Extreme Poverty Despite Technological Advances

Maputo — Mozambican Prime Minister Benvinda Levi believes that the
technological advances that have been taking place in recent decades
throughout the world are not yet producing the desired impact, as Mozambique
still faces extreme poverty.

The Prime Minister, speaking on Tuesday at the plenary session of the Second
World Summit on Social Development, taking place in Doha, said that
Mozambique is still facing extreme poverty despite the progress made over
the last 30 years in terms of economic and social development.

"For this reason, we consider this summit to be an excellent opportunity to
reaffirm the 10 commitments we made collectively at the Copenhagen Summit in
1995, as well as to renew our determination to accelerate actions to
eradicate poverty, promote full employment, decent work, and social
inclusion', she said.

The topics addressed at the Copenhagen Summit in 1995 included poverty
eradication, expansion of productive employment and reduction of
unemployment, as well as promotion of social integration at international
and national levels.

According to Levi, the Mozambican government is focused on building a fair,
inclusive and resilient society in the face of current challenges to ensure
that "no one is left behind and that all people can live with dignity and
have access to equal opportunities.' "Since the Copenhagen Summit,
Mozambique has made progress in economic and social development, although
that progress remains unsatisfactory because many Mozambicans still live on
the threshold of extreme poverty', she said.

She pointed to the National Development Strategy 2025-2044 (ENDE) and the
Government's Five-Year Programme 2025-2029, as instruments aimed at creating
conditions for improving the lives of the population.

The goals, she said, "include maintaining peace, stability, equity, justice,
and diversification of the economy, which prioritizes sectors with high
potential for generating more jobs and income for Mozambicans. It is our
belief that this approach will enable the social and economic transformation
of Mozambique, contributing to the construction of a better, prosperous and
equitable future'.

Organized by the United Nations, the World Summit for Social Development,
which ends next Thursday, is aimed at bridging gaps and renewing the
commitments made in the Copenhagen Declaration on Social Development and the
1995 Programme of Action, as well as boosting the implementation of the 2030
Agenda for Sustainable Development.

Nigeria: Ogoni Clean-Up - Hyprep Project Collapses 4 Days After
Commissioning

One of the facilities built under the Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation
Project (HYPREP) in Ogoni land, Rivers State, has collapsed.

The project, which collapsed after commissioning, sparked outrage among
residents and environmental activists.

The provision of potable water is part of the efforts by the Federal
Government for remediation of the Ogoni communities devastated by pollution
due to oil exploration.

The multi-million-naira water station, located at Gwara, Khana local
government area of Rivers, is part of the Federal Government's effort to
provide safe and clean water to communities affected by decades of oil
pollution.

It was inaugurated last week amid praise from top government officials,
including representatives of the Federal Ministry of Environment.

Residents of the community told Daily Trust that the water treatment plant
developed structural faults shortly after its commissioning, and that led to
the collapse of a major section of its reservoir platform.

They said the incident has rendered the facility non-functional, cutting off
water supply to hundreds of households that had only just begun to enjoy the
service.

A local, Mrs. Fyneface Baridam, said: "We were so happy when the project
started running, thinking our suffering had finally ended.

"But just a few days later, the entire structure gave way. This shows that
the contractors did a very poor job."

Environmental rights groups have since condemned the incident, describing it
as another example of corruption and poor accountability in the
implementation of the United Nations Environment Programme
(UNEP)-recommended clean-up projects.

The Executive Director of the Centre for Oil Pollution and Environmental
Response (COPER), Dr. Kaani Zorva, called for an immediate investigation
into the incident.

He said: "This collapse is not just an engineering failure; it is a moral
failure. Billions have been spent in the name of the Ogoni people, yet what
we see are substandard projects designed to fail."

The Ogoni clean-up, launched in 2016 and re-energized under President Bola
Tinubu's administration, has faced persistent criticism over alleged
mismanagement, delays, and poor quality of work.

With this latest development, Ogoni indigenes are of the opinion that such
risks further erode public trust in the government's sincerity toward
environmental justice in the Niger Delta.

HYPREP Project Coordinator, Professor Nenibarini Zabbey, has constituted a
high level committee to immediately visit the site and commence
investigation into the immediate and remote cause of the incident.

HYPREP management in a statement in it's official social media platform on
Wednesday, said the Committee set up by the Project Coordinator had visited
the site.

The statement reads: "The Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project (HYPREP)
is deeply disturbed by the collapse of the overhead tank at the newly
commissioned Gwara Water Station in Khana LGA.

"In the interim, Professor Nenibarini Zabbey, Project Coordinator has
constituted a high level committee to immediately visit the site and
commence investigation into the immediate and remote cause of this
unfortunate incident.

"Consequently, the Committee has visited the site and will be painstaking in
its investigation to establish likely structural failure or third-party
interference.

"The Project further empathises with the Gwara community and asks for calm
as steps are being taken to ensure that the damaged facility is being
restored, and water reticulated to affected communities.

"HYPREP remains committed to continue to deliver quality projects that meet
best standards. It has introduced both internal and external measures to
ensure quality assurance and control. This includes the engagement of a
Project Consultant, EcoProject, supervision from the Monitoring and
Evaluation Unit and Water Supervisors among others

"But for this isolated case, 16 Water Stations have been commissioned,
supplying water to over 40 communities. Some of them have been running for
over 2 years.

"More so, robust sustainability plans are being adopted to ensure the water
projects continue to serve communities. They are the constitution of the
Water Consumers Association (WCA), construction of solar farms for
alternative power supply and training of laboratory staff. One of the unique
features of the HYPREP Water Project is the laboratory to ensure that water
supplied to communities meets the World Health Organisation's (WHO)
standard."

Read the original article on Daily Trust.

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