Tanzania's rich offshore gas reserves were discovered 14 years ago, but the ruling party is still dragging its feet over key liquefaction decisions, much to the frustration of the two oil majors involved in the project.
The African Development Bank is seeking to take advantage of Australian miner Fortescue's failed bid to lead the Grand Inga development by advocating for a reduced-scale project. A delegation from the pan-African institution is expected shortly in Kinshasa.
The government will also be auditing the mines ministry with a view to facilitating investment in the sector.
Britain's Labour Party had already been working on a new strategy for the continent before their recent election victory with the help of various think tanks, including a Ghanaian institute specialising in economic reform.
Brussels is poised to offer fresh financial help to the Beninese army in its combat against terrorism, having already released funds last year.
The Suluhu administration is offering to mediate between Rwanda and Burundi, and it also wants to shore up the East African Community, which is currently plagued by infighting.
The lieutenant colonel will also be responsible for tackling illegal immigration.
With global demand exploding, the competition is getting tougher for Morocco's veteran avocado exporters. They will soon have to compete with the royal family.
