Plans to build a new desalination plant on the Gulf of Aqaba are moving forward. While critics argue that the $1bn project, which aims to address a chronic water shortage and save the shrinking Dead...
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Economic Update | Jordan’s desalination project advances
6 Nov 2013
Economic Update | Strong 2014 growth forecast for Nigeria
5 Nov 2013
In line with its performance in recent years, the Nigerian economy is expected to grow strongly in 2014, with expansion continuing to be driven by high oil prices and robust domestic demand. But the...
Economic Update | Bright prospects for Omani retailers
5 Nov 2013
An expected rise in consumer spending is set to benefit Oman’s retail sector throughout the last quarter of this year and into 2014, but the bulk of the benefits are likely to be felt in Muscat.
Economic Update | Les banques Ivoiriennes suscitent un intérêt international
4 Nov 2013
Ces dernières années, une augmentation significative du nombre de prêteurs étrangers actifs dans le secteur bancaire a été observée en Côte d'Ivoire. De plus, la solide performance des institutions...
Economic Update | Recent discoveries in Kenya highlight oil and gas potential
4 Nov 2013
Kenya’s run of geologic luck continues, following the announcement of the country’s fourth consecutive discovery of oil by the UK's Tullow Oil and Canada's Africa Oil. Similarly, while activity in...
Economic Update | Brunei Darussalam sharpens focus on renewable energy
3 Nov 2013
While abroad Brunei Darussalam might be best known for its substantial hydrocarbons reserves, at home authorities are turning their attention to more “green” forms of energy, including solar. However...
