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Abu Dhabi’s TAQA Seals $1.4bn Financing For Morocco Plant

The financing for the Jorf Lasfar plant is the largest in over a decade for an international project in Morocco.

Exclusive: Masdar Eyes Investment In South Africa

South African energy minister says Abu Dhabi- based Masdar has expressed interest in the African nation’s renewable energy programme.

Kenya Sees 96.3% Rise In UAE Visitors

A total of 32,865 people arrived in Kenya from the UAE in the first ten months of 2012.

Emirates Upgrades Lusaka And Harare

A three-class Boeing B777-300ER will be deployed from February, providing more seats and cargo space

Wealthy Gulf Investors Begin To Eye Africa

Africa’s vast lands, fast economic growth and a sense of political stability are all attracting regional investors.

Burger King Eyes Expansion

Burger King, the fast food franchise, plans to open its first restaurant in South Africa early next year.

Etihad Postpones Launch To Ethiopia

The Abu Dhabi airline’s application for an operating permit was rejected by Ethiopia’s aviation authority.

Tanzania Eyes UAE Investors

The African country has invited the UAE to invest in industries relating to oil and gas exploration.

Oil Quandary for South Africa

South Africa, a large importer of Iranian oil, is assessing the impact of international sanctions.

Investors Optimistic On Africa

More than one in two institutional investors see Africa as an attractive region to invest in over the next decade.