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The ITFC has begun dispersing a USD 3 billion credit extension to Egypt to address the rising costs of food and energy imports.
A delegation from Sierra Leone met with representatives of Qatar Chamber to explore economic opportunities as Qatar’s trade surplus soars.
According to startup and investment platform Wamda, MENA region startups raised USD 176 million across 42 deals in May.
Egypt’s DXwand has received USD 1 million in new funding to expand its operations across the MENA region.
Trade between Ethiopia and the UAE has surpassed USD 2.5 billion over the past five years, according to the Ethiopian Ministry of Trade and Regional Integration.
The UAE’s Minister of Economy will lead a delegation to Morocco to explore how the two countries can strengthen economic ties.
Wheat shortages due to the Ukrainian conflict have led to rising costs and concerns over food security.
The CEO of the Egyptian General Authority for Investment and Free Zones met with representatives of the Qatari Businessmen Association to discuss investment opportunities.
Masdar, Abu Dhabi’s sovereign investment company’s green energy producer, and Egypt’s Infinity Energy are set to buy a majority stake in South Africa’s Lekela Power. The deal would involve buying private equity firm Actis’ stake, in a deal valued near USD 1 billion.
Egypt has awarded eight gold and metal mining exploration licenses in the country’s eastern desert region.