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President Ramaphosa appoints Judges of the Constitutional Court

Source: President of South Africa –

President Cyril Ramaphosa has in terms of section 174(4) of the Constitution appointed Justice Nambitha Christabel Dambuza-Mayosi and Justice Katharine Mary Savage as Judges of the Constitutional Court with effect from 1 May 2026.

As directed by the Constitution, President Ramaphosa has made these appointments after consultation with Chief Justice Mandisa Maya and leaders of political parties represented in the National Assembly.

Justice Dambuza-Mayosi currently serves as a Judge of the Supreme Court of Appeal – a position she has held since June 2015 and which included an extended period of acting as President of the Supreme Court of Appeal.

Justice Dambuza-Mayosi’s career spans more than three decades in legal practice, academia and the judiciary.

Justice Savage became a Judge of the Western Cape High Court in 2015 and has served as a Judge of the Labour Appeal Court since 2024.

President Ramaphosa wishes the new judges of South Africa’s apex court well in their new roles.

The President said: “Judge Dambuza-Mayosi and Judge Savage have for decades served the cause and practice of justice with great diligence, foresight and, most importantly, clear commitment to our Constitution.

“They join the Constitutional Court in the year in which we mark 30 years since the adoption of our democratic Constitution. This anniversary is a significant moment for our nation and serves as an inspiration for our Constitutional Court to sustain the entrenchment of our national values and the supreme law that underpins them.”

Media enquiries: Vincent Magwenya, Spokesperson to the President – media@presidency.gov.za

Issued by: The Presidency
Pretoria
 

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Deputy President Mashatile to launch Gert Sibande TVET College 4IR Lab and Centre of Specialisation

Source: President of South Africa –

The Chairperson of the Human Resource Development Council, Deputy President Shipokosa Paulus Mashatile will on Tuesday, 14 April 2026, officially launch the Gert Sibande TVET College 4IR LAB and Centre of Specialisation Millwright Workshop in the Mpumalanga Province.

The launch represents a significant milestone in Government’s efforts of advancing skills development in line with the demands of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR).

The initiative also highlights the Gert Sibande TVET College’s commitment to equipping students with future-ready technical and artisan skills, while strengthening industry partnerships and contributing to South Africa’s economic growth.

This initiative is supported by a number of key partners including SASOL, National Skills Fund and Festo, reflecting a collaborative effort to enhance vocational education and training in South Africa. 

Deputy President Mashatile will be joined by the Minister of Higher Education and Training, Mr Buti Manamela, Acting College Principal, Ms ZZ Beku; the District and Local Municipality Mayors as well as senior government officials.

Details of the launch are as follows:
Date: Tuesday, 14 April 2026
Time: 10h00 (Media to arrive for set up at 09h00)
Venue: Skills Academy and Artisan Development Centre, Standerton in the Gert Sibande District Municipality, Mpumalanga Province

Media wishing to cover the launch are requested to RSVP with Mr Oscar Kubeka on 072 079 6796 or  Kubeka.o@gscollege.edu.za.

Media enquiries: Mr Keith Khoza, Acting Spokesperson to the Deputy President on 066 195 8840

Issued by: The Presidency
Pretoria
 

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Pope Leo’s visit to Africa: theology scholar outlines 3 realities the Catholic church must face

Source: The Conversation – Africa – By Stan Chu Ilo, Research Professor, World Christianity and African Studies, DePaul University

Pope Leo’s decision to make Africa one of the early destinations of his young papacy signals the continent’s importance in global Catholicism. His April 2026 visit reflects both his personal ties to Africa and the rapid rise of Christianity across the continent.

His 10-day itinerary to Algeria, Angola, Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea is also historically significant. In Algeria, for instance, Pope Leo will walk in the footsteps of Augustine of Hippo (who lived around the year 400), his spiritual father, highlighting the African roots of Christianity.

But when the pope announced his Africa trip in February 2026, few could have anticipated how rapidly the global security landscape would deteriorate. There is a real risk that ongoing global crises, such as the conflict in Iran, will dominate attention, overshadowing both the significance of Pope Leo’s visit and the persistent, often overlooked, conflicts across Africa.

The last papal visit to Africa – by his predecessor, Pope Francis, in 2023 to the Democratic Republic of Congo and South Sudan – was similarly intended to draw attention to Africa’s enduring wars. Vast refugee settlements across the continent stand as stark reminders of lives suspended in uncertainty and suffering.

I am an African theologian and my work examines how contemporary Catholicism is changing. My research goes beyond tracking the demographics of Christian expansion. It asks how Christian communities, rooted in diverse cultures, are transforming societies and cultures in line with the Gospel.

By choosing to visit Africa now, Pope Leo is making a clear statement: Africa matters. The Catholic church on the continent can seize this moment to build more equal, non-patronising partnerships with churches in the global north, where membership is declining.

Christianity’s African roots

Christianity is not a recent import to Africa brought by European missionaries. The continent has long provided deep cultural, spiritual and theological roots for Christianity. This includes Joseph and Mary’s flight into Egypt when the life of Jesus was threatened by Herod after his birth, and the catechetical school of Alexandria, the world’s oldest centre of Christian higher learning.

Pope Leo’s visit offers a powerful historical reminder of the continent’s foundational role in shaping the church, particularly in its first five centuries.

Additionally, Africa is home to the fastest-growing Catholic population, now estimated at 280 million Catholics, or 19.8% of the world’s Catholic population. In 2025 alone, the African Catholic church had 8.3 million new members.

Africa contributes significantly to the church’s global human capital. Nigeria, South Africa and the Democratic Republic of Congo are among the top 10 “sending nations” in the missionary exchange from the global south to the global north.

Read more: Pope Leo XIV is the first member of the Order of St. Augustine to be elected pope – but who are the Augustinians?

Pope Paul VI was the first modern pope to visit Africa, in 1969. He said the time had come for Africa to have “an African Christianity”.

Many African Catholics see this speech as an invitation to Africans to take responsibility for making Christianity truly Catholic and truly African.

Pope John Paul II later, in 1995, affirmed that the “hour of Africa” had come. Pope Benedict XVI, during his 2009 visit to Africa, described the continent as a “spiritual lung” for a world in crisis.

These expressions signal a shared conviction: the church in Africa has come of age and stands as a major spiritual force in the contemporary expansion of global Christianity.

Some challenges persist

Pope Leo is no stranger to the continent. He visited several African countries during his two terms as the global head of the Order of St Augustine, headquartered in Rome.

However, he will encounter a persistent and troubling paradox that marks both the church and wider society. The rapid growth of Christianity has not consistently translated into better lives for people. If the church is to remain relevant, it must more convincingly embody the Gospel’s transformative power within the lived realities of African societies.

It needs to address the fluid religious imagination of many African Christians who easily migrate from mainline Christian groups like Catholicism to Pentecostalism and African traditional religion. This means the Catholic church needs a moment of self-introspection to ask if it is really meeting the people at their points of need. Is it a church that bears the narratives and wounds of the people?

Without addressing the deeper crisis of faith and the battle for survival in Africa by so many believers walking in poverty, the church risks becoming a provider of charitable services. It could instead be a force for deeper social transformation, religious and moral conversion, and spiritual renewal.

Read more: Is Pope Leo XIV liberal or conservative? Why these labels don’t work for popes

Pope Leo’s visit also unfolds within politically sensitive contexts.

In Cameroon, the long-running conflict in Anglophone regions and President Paul Biya’s long rule have raised concerns. A papal visit could be interpreted as legitimising power structures that many see as repressive. Biya’s decades in power have been associated with electoral manipulation, repression of dissent and state capture.

Similar tensions exist in Equatorial Guinea. President Teodoro Obiang has been in power for 47 years. His rule has been marked by the suppression of the opposition in an oil-rich yet deeply unequal nation.

The image of two long-serving rulers standing with Pope Leo will be striking. It will raise questions. But it will also create an opportunity for the pope to speak some hard truths to leaders who are destroying Africa.

By contrast, Angola offers a more hopeful narrative of post-conflict recovery. It demonstrates how collaboration between the church, state and civil society can yield gradual but meaningful progress.

Africa and the future of a listening church

For all that was said about Pope Francis’ love for Africa, it remains striking that, by his death in April 2025, no African cardinal headed a dicastery (a ministry-level department of the central administration of the Catholic church in Rome).

Africans accounted for barely 12% of the College of Cardinals. Its members are the closest advisors of the pope and choose new popes.

Pope Leo has already begun to address this imbalance in key commissions and administrative structures by appointing Africans to positions of real influence.

One of the most notable traits attributed to him is his capacity to listen. In my view, this listening must confront three interrelated realities if the church in Africa is to become a credible agent of transformation.

Dependency: Parishes and pastoral programmes in Africa still depend on financial support from Europe and North America. This is a major obstacle to the emergence of a mature and self-sustaining African Christianity. The church risks reproducing asymmetrical power dynamics that weaken human agency and pastoral creativity.

Decolonisation: Inherited church structures and theological frameworks should be interrogated. Without this, the church won’t be rooted in the lived experiences and realities of African peoples.

Leadership: The crisis of leadership in Africa is mirrored within the church. What is needed is a transformational, humble and servant leadership grounded in accountability, transparency and shared responsibility. This means greater inclusion of the voices and assets of the laity, especially of women.

Pope Leo’s visit is a key moment for the Catholic Church in Africa. Will it remain a recipient of global Catholicism or help shape its future?

– Pope Leo’s visit to Africa: theology scholar outlines 3 realities the Catholic church must face
– https://theconversation.com/pope-leos-visit-to-africa-theology-scholar-outlines-3-realities-the-catholic-church-must-face-280069

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President appoints two Judges of the Constitutional Court

Source: Government of South Africa

President appoints two Judges of the Constitutional Court

President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Justice Nambitha Christabel Dambuza-Mayosi and Justice Katharine Mary Savage as Judges of the Constitutional Court with effect from 1 May 2026.

President Ramaphosa has made these appointments after consultation with Chief Justice Mandisa Maya and leaders of political parties represented in the National Assembly.

The appointments were made in terms of section 174(4) of the Constitution.

Justice Dambuza-Mayosi currently serves as a Judge of the Supreme Court of Appeal – a position she has held since June 2015 and which included an extended period of acting as President of the Supreme Court of Appeal.

Justice Dambuza-Mayosi’s career spans more than three decades in legal practice, academia and the judiciary.

Justice Savage became a Judge of the Western Cape High Court in 2015 and has served as a Judge of the Labour Appeal Court since 2024.

President Ramaphosa has wished the new judges of South Africa’s apex court well in their new roles.

“Judge Dambuza-Mayosi and Judge Savage have for decades served the cause and practice of justice with great diligence, foresight and, most importantly, clear commitment to our Constitution.

“They join the Constitutional Court in the year in which we mark 30 years since the adoption of our democratic Constitution. This anniversary is a significant moment for our nation and serves as an inspiration for our Constitutional Court to sustain the entrenchment of our national values and the supreme law that underpins them,” said the President. – SAnews.gov.za

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SA learners crowned African Spelling Bee champions

Source: Government of South Africa

SA learners crowned African Spelling Bee champions

The Minister of Basic Education, Siviwe Gwarube, has officially received the African Spelling Bee Championship trophy from South African learners who secured first place at the continental competition held in Harare, Zimbabwe.

Team South Africa emerged as overall champions at the Africa leg of the spelling bee competition, with learner Ashton Singh also achieving second place in the Junior Division.

The eighth season of the African Spelling Bee was held at the end of March with more than 30 African countries competing. 

The South African learners’ performance marked a significant achievement for the country on the continental stage.

Gwarube congratulated the learners for their outstanding accomplishment, describing their success as a clear demonstration of the connection between literacy and excellence.

“A reading nation is a winning nation. These learners have shown us that when we cultivate a strong culture of reading, we unlock the full potential of our young people,” said Gwarube.

The Minister highlighted the importance of extra-curricular activities such as spelling bees in strengthening foundational literacy.

She noted that such initiatives encourage learners to engage deeply with literature and language, expand their vocabulary, and build confidence.

She also underscored the role of partnerships in advancing literacy outcomes, acknowledging the contribution of organisations such as A Better Africa and other stakeholders in supporting reading initiatives across the country.

Gwarube stressed that government cannot build a reading nation alone, pointing to the need for collaboration between organisations, schools, teachers, and parents to ensure every child has the opportunity to read, learn, and succeed.

The Department of Basic Education has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting a culture of reading through programmes and collaborations that extend beyond the classroom and inspire lifelong learning.

The trophy presentation ceremony served not only as a celebration of continental success but also as a renewed call to action for all South Africans to contribute to building a reading nation and, ultimately, a winning nation. – SAnews.gov.za

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Sheraton Nouakchott marks the entry of Marriott International in Mauritania

Source: APO

Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s (www.Marriott.com) portfolio of more than 30 hotel brands, recently celebrated the opening of Sheraton Nouakchott Hotel (https://apo-opa.co/4t3YGO4), marking the entry of Marriott International into a new territory, Mauritania. Since opening its doors, Sheraton Nouakchott has, positioned itself as a new hub for business, events and leisure in the Mauritanian capital.

Nouakchott, the capital of Mauritania, is a coastal city where tradition and modernity meet. Nestled between the vast Sahara and the Atlantic Ocean, it serves as a gateway to the country’s breathtaking natural landscapes, from golden dunes and tranquil oases to rugged coastlines and untouched desert plains. As Mauritania’s cultural and economic heart, Nouakchott offers visitors a glimpse into the serene beauty and rich heritage that define this remarkable Northwest African nation.

Ideally located near iconic landmarks such as the Marché Capitale and the National Museum of Mauritania, as well as Nouakchott’s beaches and fishing port — and just a short distance from the desert — Sheraton Nouakchott offers an ideal base from which to discover the destination.

“We are proud to have brought Marriott International to Mauritania with the opening of Sheraton Nouakchott, the first internationally operated and branded hotel in the country. Since welcoming our first guests, the hotel has quickly established itself as a destination for both travellers and the local community. This milestone underscores our commitment to delivering exceptional hospitality experiences in emerging markets, while celebrating the culture and character of each destination,” said Sandra Schulze‑Potgieter, Vice President, Premium, Select & Midscale Brands, Europe, Middle East & Africa, Marriott International.

Local design inspiration

Traditional crafts, from wood carving to metalwork, are woven throughout the hotel’s materials and furnishings, creating spaces that feel both rooted and refined. Every detail tells a story of local artistry, heritage and place, offering guests an immersive experience inspired by Mauritania’s cultural and natural beauty.

Inspired by the legendary landmarks along the Trans‑Saharan trade route, the hotel’s design blends regional heritage with contemporary elegance. The circular ceiling of Feast restaurant draws inspiration from the Richat Structure, also known as the Eye of Africa. Earthy tones and organic materials reference the dramatic landscapes of the Adrar Mountains, while patterns inspired by Chinguetti and Oualata are reinterpreted throughout guest rooms, public spaces and Bene restaurant.

Meeting spaces echo the stone architecture of Tichitt, one of West Africa’s oldest towns and a historic caravan hub.

Guest rooms and suites with local charm

Sheraton Nouakchott features 200 spacious guest rooms and suites, including two Presidential Suites, combining contemporary comfort with subtle local touches. All rooms are equipped with the latest technology and Sheraton signature amenities, including the iconic Sheraton Sleep Experience.

The Sheraton Club offers Marriott Bonvoy Elite members and Club guests an elevated, all‑day experience, with curated food and beverage offerings, premium amenities, enhanced connectivity and a private environment designed for both productivity and relaxation.

Local flavours meet international influence

The hotel features two restaurants, a Lobby Bar and a Pool Bar. Feast, the all‑day dining restaurant, serves locally inspired and international dishes made with seasonal ingredients. Bene offers an immersive Italian dining experience in a warm, inviting setting. The Lobby Bar provides a relaxed meeting point from morning coffee to evening gatherings, while the Pool Bar offers refreshing drinks and light bites by the outdoor pool.

Facilities offering a resort feel in the heart of the city

Despite its central urban location, Sheraton Nouakchott delivers a resort‑like atmosphere, centred around an expansive outdoor pool. Guests can maintain their fitness routines in the fully equipped fitness centre — featuring separate floors for women and men, hammam and sauna — or enjoy the outdoor tennis court. The Sheraton Spa features three treatment rooms, offering a peaceful retreat after a day of exploration or meetings.

Meetings & events curated to perfection

Sheraton Nouakchott offers more than 2,600 square metres of flexible Meetings & Events space, including a Grand Ballroom, a Ballroom and four additional meeting rooms. A signature Sheraton Community Table sits at the heart of the hotel, providing a welcoming space for informal meetings, remote work and collaboration. A dedicated events team ensures seamless delivery from concept to execution.

Gatherings by Sheraton

In line with Sheraton’s global community‑centred approach, Sheraton Nouakchott hosts Gatherings by Sheraton, curated weekly experiences designed around enrichment, renewal and local stories. Guests and locals can take part in Mauritanian mixology sessions using local mint tea and fruits, or storytelling evenings inspired by Saharan traditions.

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Bolobedu Solar Plant fires up SA’s energy security

Source: Government of South Africa

Bolobedu Solar Plant fires up SA’s energy security

Government has welcomed the successful commissioning of the Bolobedu Solar Plant, a 148-megawatt (MW) photovoltaic facility in Limpopo province.

The plant was completed in April 2026 and commissioned by mineral resources company, Rio Tinto. 

“This milestone represents a significant contribution to South Africa’s ongoing efforts to diversify its energy mix, strengthen energy security, and accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy. 

“The plant, which spans approximately 347 hectares, is expected to generate around 300 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of clean energy annually, supplying power through the national grid,” the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) said on Thursday.

The Bolobedu Solar Plant, the GCIS said, stands as a strong example of how strategic public-private collaboration can unlock investment, drive infrastructure development, and support inclusive economic growth. 

During its construction phase, the project created employment opportunities for approximately 800 local residents, with a clear emphasis on skills development, empowerment of women-led enterprises, and meaningful community upliftment.

“Government commends all stakeholders involved in the development and implementation of this project for prioritising local participation, and ensuring that communities benefit directly from infrastructure investments.

“Initiatives such as these play a vital role in addressing unemployment, promoting sustainable livelihoods, and building resilient local economies,” the GCIS said.

As South Africa continues to confront energy challenges, projects like the Bolobedu Solar Plant demonstrate the critical role of renewable energy in stabilising electricity supply, while advancing the country’s climate commitments.

Government remains committed to creating an enabling environment for further investment in renewable energy and infrastructure development that delivers both economic and social value. – SAnews.gov.za

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Eritrea: Seminar to Nationals in Nairobi and Its Environs

Source: APO – Report:

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Mr. Beyene Russom, Eritrea’s Ambassador to Kenya, conducted a public seminar for nationals residing in Nairobi and its environs on 4 April.

At the seminar, Ambassador Beyene gave an extensive briefing on the objective situation in the homeland as well as regional and global developments. He also called on the nationals to consolidate their unity and organization with a view to emerging victorious against challenges they may encounter.

Urging the nationals to fulfil their national obligations through organizing themselves in community and national associations, Ambassador Beyene called for a proper understanding of their rights and obligations and for taking advantage of the opportunities in their country.

Mr. Dawit Hagos, chairman of the Eritrean community in Kenya, said that strengthening and developing the Eritrean community and participation in national affairs is a timely responsibility of the nationals.

The participants, on their part, expressed conviction to strengthen the Eritrean community in Kenya and called for the organization of similar seminars.

– on behalf of Ministry of Information, Eritrea.

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Afreximbank affiche de solides résultats pour l’exercice 2025, avec un total d’actifs et d’engagements conditionnels de 48,5 milliards de dollars US

Source: Africa Press Organisation – French

La Banque africaine d’import-export (« Afreximbank » ou la « Banque ») (www.Afreximbank.com) et ses filiales (le « Groupe ») ont annoncé de solides résultats pour l’exercice clos le 31 décembre 2025, soulignant une résilience financière soutenue, une confiance accrue du marché et une exécution stratégique.

Le total des actifs et des engagements conditionnels a augmenté de 21 % pour atteindre 48,5 milliards de dollars, contre 40,1 milliards de dollars au 31 décembre 2024, soulignant la trajectoire de croissance constante de la Banque.

Les prêts et avances nets du Groupe ont clôturé l’année à 33,5 milliards de dollars US (Exercice 2024 : 29,0 milliards de dollars US), soit une augmentation de 16 %, soutenue par des décaissements continus à travers le continent et les Caraïbes par le biais de diverses offres de produits. Le Groupe a financé des domaines prioritaires stratégiques tels que l’industrie manufacturière, les infrastructures, la sécurité alimentaire et l’adaptation au changement climatique.

Le ratio de prêts non performants (NPL) du Groupe est resté stable à 2,43% (Exercice 2024 : 2,33 %), ce qui témoigne de la qualité constante de son portefeuille.

La situation de trésorerie du Groupe est restée solide, avec une trésorerie et des équivalents de trésorerie s’élevant à 6,0 milliards de dollars US (Exercice 2024 : 4,6 milliards de dollars US). Les actifs liquides représentaient 14 % du total des actifs, soit un niveau supérieur au seuil stratégique minimum de 10 % fixé par la Banque. Les capitaux propres ont augmenté de 17 % pour atteindre 8,4 milliards de dollars US au 31 décembre 2025, grâce à un résultat net de 1,2 milliard de dollars US et à de nouveaux apports en capitaux propres de 299,4 millions de dollars US levés dans le cadre de la deuxième augmentation générale de capital.

Le revenu brut a augmenté de 6,06 %, passant de 3,3 milliards de dollars US pour l’exercice 2024 à 3,5 milliards de dollars US pour l’exercice 2025.

Les charges d’exploitation ont augmenté pour atteindre 459,2 millions de dollars (Exercice 2024 : 367,7 millions de dollars), reflétant l’expansion stratégique des effectifs et les pressions inflationnistes, le Groupe ayant maintenu une forte efficacité en matière de coûts, ce qui s’est traduit par un ratio coûts/revenus de 21 % (Exercice 2024 : 18 %), bien en dessous du plafond stratégique de 30 %.

Contrairement aux inquiétudes soulevées par certaines agences de notation au cours de l’année, la Banque a accédé aux marchés obligataires internationaux en levant avec succès plus de 800 millions de dollars US au Japon et en Chine, grâce aux obligations Samurai et Panda en 2025. Cela a démontré les capacités de mobilisation de fonds du Groupe et la solidité de l’ADN de la Banque en tant qu’institution financière multilatérale panafricaine engagée à garantir que l’autonomie totale et durable de l’Afrique reste inébranlable.

Le revenu net a augmenté de 19 % pour atteindre 1,2 milliard de dollars US en 2025, contre 973,5 millions de dollars US l’année précédente. Ces résultats ont été obtenus grâce à l’élargissement de l’offre de solutions financières et de conseil sur mesure qui ont soutenu le commerce, favorisé l’industrialisation et renforcé l’autonomie économique.

Les résultats phares du Groupe Afreximbank sont présentés ci-après :

Indicateurs de performance financière

Exercice 2025 :

Exercice 2024 :

Revenu brut (milliards de dollars US)

3,5

3,3

Revenu net (en millions de dollars US)

1,156,8

973,5

Rendement des fonds propres moyens (ROAE)

15 %

15 %

Rendement de l’actif moyen (ROAA)

3,04 %

2,96 %

Ratio coût/revenus

21 %

18 %

Indicateurs de performance financière

Exercice 2025 :

3e trimestre 2024

Total des actifs (en milliards de dollars US)

42,3

35,3

Total des passifs (en milliards de dollars US)

33,9

28,1

Fonds propres (en milliards de dollars US)

8,4

7,2

Ratio des prêts non performants (PNP)

2,43 %

2,33 %

Liquidités/Total des actifs

14 %

13 %

Ratio d’adéquation des fonds propres (Bâle II)

                    23 %

24 %

M. Denys Denya, premier vice-président exécutif d’Afreximbank, a déclaré :

« En dépit de la persistance des défis géopolitiques mondiaux et les perturbations causées par certaines décisions de notation, le Groupe a enregistré d’excellents résultats financiers en 2025, rendant ainsi un hommage mérité à une décennie de leadership marquant sous la direction du professeur Oramah, avec un total de l’actif et des engagements conditionnels atteignant 49 milliards de dollars. Il est réjouissant de constater que le Groupe est largement en avance sur la plupart de ses objectifs dans la mise en œuvre de son 6e plan stratégique, qui s’achève le 31 décembre 2026. Grâce à la rentabilité des filiales récemment créées, telles que le FEDA et AfrexInsure, le résultat net a augmenté de 19 % pour s’établir à 1,2 milliard de dollars, soutenu par une solide base de capital de 8,4 milliards de dollars.  Le bilan du Groupe n’a jamais été aussi solide, avec des niveaux de liquidité et une capitalisation bien supérieure aux objectifs fixés, ainsi qu’une bonne qualité des actifs. Ces résultats témoignent de l’engagement sans faille de notre personnel, qui travaille d’arrache-pied. Nous avons entamé l’exercice 2026 avec un élan considérable, prêts à accroître l’impact du Groupe, à accélérer l’intégration commerciale et la création de valeur à travers l’Afrique, et à offrir davantage de valeur à nos actionnaires ».

Distribué par APO Group pour Afreximbank.

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La Banque Africaine d’Import-Export (Afreximbank) est une institution financière multilatérale panafricaine dédiée au financement et à la promotion du commerce intra et extra-africain. Depuis 30 ans, Afreximbank déploie des structures innovantes pour fournir des solutions de financement qui facilitent la transformation de la structure du commerce africain et accélèrent l’industrialisation et le commerce intrarégional, soutenant ainsi l’expansion économique en Afrique. Fervente défenseur de l’Accord sur la Zone de Libre-Échange Continentale Africaine (ZLECAf), Afreximbank a lancé les le Système panafricain de paiement et de règlement (PAPSS) qui a été adopté par l’Union africaine (UA) comme la plateforme de paiement et de règlement devant appuyer la mise en œuvre de la ZLECAf. En collaboration avec le Secrétariat de la ZLECAf et l’UA, la Banque a mis en place un Fonds d’ajustement de 10 milliards de dollars US pour aider les pays à participer de manière effective à la ZLECAf. À la fin de décembre 2025, le total des actifs et des garanties de la Banque s’élevait à environ 48,5 milliards de dollars US et les fonds de ses actionnaires s’établissaient à 8,4 milliards de dollars US. Afreximbank est notée AAA par China Chengxin International Credit Rating Co., Ltd (CCXI), A par GCR, A- par Japan Credit Rating Agency (JCR) et Baa2 par Moody’s. Moody’s (Baa2). Au fil des ans, Afreximbank est devenue un groupe constitué de la Banque, de sa filiale de financement à impact appelée Fonds de développement des exportations en Afrique (FEDA), et de sa filiale de gestion d’assurance, AfrexInsure, (les trois entités forment « le Groupe »). La Banque a son siège social au Caire, en Égypte.

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Déclarations prospectives :
Le Groupe de la Banque africaine d’Import-Export (Afreximbank) procède de temps à autre à des déclarations prospectives écrites et/ou orales, comme indiqué dans cette publication et dans d’autres communications. De même, les dirigeants de la Banque peuvent faire des déclarations prospectives, soit par écrit, soit lors de conversations verbales avec des investisseurs, des analystes, les médias et d’autres membres de la communauté financière. Les déclarations concernant les stratégies, les objectifs et les priorités de la Banque, ainsi que les performances financières prévues pour la période, constituent des déclarations prospectives. Elles sont souvent exprimées par des termes tels que « devrait », « serait », « pourrait », « s’attendre à », « anticiper », « estimer », « projeter », « avoir l’intention de » et « croire ».

Par leur nature même, ces déclarations obligent la Banque à formuler des hypothèses qui sont soumises à des risques et à des incertitudes, en particulier des incertitudes liées à l’environnement financier, économique, réglementaire et social dans lequel la Banque opère. Certains de ces risques échappent au contrôle de la Banque et peuvent entrainer des résultats sensiblement différents des attentes déduites des déclarations prospectives. Les facteurs de risque susceptibles de provoquer de telles différences comprennent les déclarations réglementaires, les risques de crédit, de marché (y compris les actions, les matières premières, les taux de change et les taux d’intérêt), de liquidité, d’exploitation, de réputation, d’assurance, de stratégie, de droit, d’environnement, ainsi que d’autres risques connus ou inconnus. Par conséquent, nous recommandons aux lecteurs de procéder à une évaluation plus approfondie lorsqu’ils prennent des décisions concernant la Banque et de ne pas se fier indûment aux déclarations prospectives de celle-ci.

Tout énoncé prospectif contenu dans cette présentation représente les vues de la direction uniquement à la date des présentes. Ces déclarations visent à aider les investisseurs et les analystes de la Banque à comprendre la situation financière, les stratégies, les objectifs et les priorités de la Banque, ainsi que les performances financières prévues par rapport à la période en cours, et, à ce titre, peuvent ne pas être appropriés à d’autres fins. La Banque ne s’engage pas à mettre à jour les déclarations prospectives, écrites ou verbales, qui peuvent être faites de temps à autre par elle-même ou en son nom, sauf si des dispositions ou exigences réglementaires applicables l’exigent. 

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O Afreximbank apresenta resultados sólidos para o exercício de 2025, com um total de activos e passivos contingentes de 48,5 mil milhões de USD

Source: Africa Press Organisation – Portuguese –

O Banco Africano de Exportação e Importação (“Afreximbank” ou o “Banco”) (www.Afreximbank.com) e as suas subsidiárias (o “Grupo”) anunciaram resultados sólidos para o exercício findo a 31 de Dezembro de 2025, sublinhando a resiliência financeira sustentada, o aumento da confiança do mercado e a execução estratégica.

O total de activos e passivos contingentes aumentou 21%, passando de 40,1 mil milhões de USD em 31 de Dezembro de 2024 para 48,5 mil milhões de USD, sublinhando a trajectória de crescimento consistente do Banco.

Os empréstimos e adiantamentos líquidos do Grupo encerraram o ano em 33,5 mil milhões de USD (Exercício de 2024: 29,0 mil milhões de USD), um aumento de 16%, apoiado por desembolsos contínuos em todo o continente e nas Caraíbas através de várias ofertas de produtos. O Grupo financiou áreas prioritárias estratégicas, tais como a indústria transformadora, as infra-estruturas, a segurança alimentar e a adaptação às alterações climáticas.

O Rácio de Créditos Não Produtivos (NPL) do Grupo manteve-se estável em 2,43% (Exercício de 2024: 2,33%), demonstrando uma qualidade constante da carteira.

A posição de liquidez do Grupo manteve-se robusta, com um saldo de caixa e equivalentes de caixa de 6,0 mil milhões de USD (Exercício de 2024: 4,6 mil milhões de USD). Os activos líquidos representaram 14% do total de activos, acima do nível mínimo estratégico do Banco, fixado em 10%. Os fundos próprios aumentaram 17% para 8,4 mil milhões de USD a 31 de Dezembro de 2025, impulsionados por um resultado líquido de 1,2 mil milhões de USD e por novas entradas de capital no valor de 299,4 milhões de USD angariadas no âmbito do Aumento Geral de Capital II.

O rendimento bruto aumentou 6,06%, atingindo 3,5 mil milhões de USD no exercício de 2025, contra 3,3 mil milhões de USD alcançados no Exercício de 2024.

As despesas operacionais aumentaram para 459,2 milhões de USD (Exercício de 2024: 367,7 milhões de USD), reflectindo a expansão estratégica do quadro de pessoal e as pressões inflacionistas, tendo o Grupo mantido uma forte eficiência de custos, o que resultou num rácio custo/rendimento de 21% (Exercício de 2024: 18%), bem abaixo do limite estratégico de 30%.

Contrariamente às preocupações levantadas por algumas agências de notação durante o ano, o Banco acedeu aos mercados obrigacionistas internacionais, angariando com sucesso mais de 800 milhões de USD no Japão e na China, graças às obrigações Samurai e Panda em 2025. Isso demonstrou as capacidades de angariação de fundos do Grupo e a natureza sólida do ADN do Banco como instituição financeira multilateral pan-africana empenhada em garantir que a auto-suficiência plena e sustentável de África se mantenha firme.

O resultado líquido aumentou 19%, para 1,2 mil milhões de USD em 2025, contra os 973,5 milhões de USD do exercício anterior. Estes resultados foram alcançados através da expansão da oferta de soluções financeiras e de consultoria personalizadas que apoiaram o comércio, promoveram a industrialização e reforçaram a auto-suficiência económica.

Os destaques dos resultados do Grupo Afreximbank são apresentados a seguir:

Métricas de Desempenho Financeiro

Exercício de 2025

Exercício de 2024

Receita Bruta (mil milhões de USD)

3,5

3,3

Receitas Líquidas (milhões de USD)

1.156,8

973,5

Rendimento do Capital Próprio Médio (ROAE)

15%

15%

Rendimento dos Activos Médios (ROAA)

3,04%

2,96%

Rácio de Eficiência

21%

18%

Métricas da Situação Financeira

Exercício de 2025

9 milhões em 2024

Total de Activos (mil milhões de USD)

42,3

35,3

Total de Passivos (mil milhões de USD))

33,9

28,1

Fundos de Accionistas (mil milhões de USD)

8,4

7,2

Rácio de Créditos Não Produtivos (NPL)

2,43%

2,33%

Caixa/Total de Activos

14%

13%

Rácio de Adequação de Capital (Basileia II)

                        23%

24%

O Sr. Denys Denya, Vice-Presidente Executivo Sénior do Afreximbank, comentou:

“Apesar dos contínuos desafios geopolíticos globais e das perturbações causadas por algumas acções de notação de risco, o Grupo registou um excelente desempenho financeiro em 2025, um tributo merecido a uma década de liderança marcante sob a direcção do Professor Oramah, com o total de activos e passivos contingentes a atingir 49 mil milhões de USD. É gratificante constatar que o Grupo está muito à frente da maioria das suas metas no cumprimento do seu 6.º Plano Estratégico, que termina a 31 de Dezembro de 2026. Com subsidiárias recentemente criadas, como a FEDA e a AfrexInsure, a se tornarem rentáveis, o resultado líquido cresceu 19%, atingindo 1,2 mil milhões de USD, sustentado por uma sólida base de capital de 8,4 mil milhões de USD. O balanço do Grupo apresenta-se mais sólido do que nunca, com níveis de liquidez e capitalização bem acima das metas e boa qualidade dos activos. Estes resultados são testemunho da execução inabalável por parte do capital humano trabalhador do Grupo. Entrámos no exercício financeiro de 2026 com um ímpeto significativo, prontos para ampliar o impacto do Grupo, acelerar a integração comercial e a criação de valor em toda África Global, e proporcionar maior valor aos nossos accionistas.”

Distribuído pelo Grupo APO para Afreximbank.

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Sobre o Afreximbank:
O Banco Africano de Exportação e Importação (Afreximbank) é uma instituição financeira multilateral pan-africana com mandato para financiar e promover o comércio intra e extra-africano. Há mais de 30 anos que o Banco utiliza estruturas inovadoras para oferecer soluções de financiamento que apoiam a transformação da estrutura do comércio africano, acelerando a industrialização e o comércio intra-regional, impulsionando assim a expansão económica em África. Apoiante firme do Acordo de Comércio Livre Continental Africano (ACLCA), o Afreximbank lançou um Sistema Pan-Africano de Pagamento e Liquidação (PAPSS) que foi adoptado pela União Africana (UA) como plataforma de pagamento e liquidação para sustentar a implementação da ZCLCA. Em colaboração com o Secretariado da ZCLCA e a UA, o Banco criou um Fundo de Ajustamento de 10 mil milhões de dólares para apoiar os países que participam de forma efectiva na ZCLCA. No final de Dezembro de 2025, o total de activos e passivos contingentes do Afreximbank atingiu mais de 48,5 mil milhões de USD, e os seus fundos próprios totalizaram 8,4 mil milhões de USD. O Afreximbank tem notações de grau de investimento atribuídas pela China Chengxin International Credit Rating Co., Ltd (CCXI) (AAA), pela GCR (A), pela Japan Credit Rating Agency (JCR) (A-) e pela Moody’s (Baa2). O Afreximbank evoluiu para uma entidade de grupo que inclui o Banco, a sua subsidiária de fundo de impacto de acções, denominada Fundo para o Desenvolvimento das Exportações em África (FEDA), e a sua subsidiária de gestão de seguros, AfrexInsure (em conjunto, “o Grupo”). O Banco tem a sua sede em Cairo, Egipto.

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Declarações prospectivas:
O Grupo Banco Africano de Exportação-Importação (Afreximbank) apresenta periodicamente declarações prospectivas por escrito e/ou orais, tal como consta no presente comunicado e noutras comunicações. De igual modo, os responsáveis do Banco podem fazer declarações prospectivas, quer por escrito, quer durante conversas verbais com investidores, analistas, meios de comunicação social e outros membros da comunidade de investidores. As declarações relativas às estratégias, objectivos, prioridades e resultados financeiros previstos do Banco para o período em causa constituem indicações futuras. São geralmente descritas com termos como “deveria”, “iria”, “pode”, “poderia”, “espera”, “antecipa”, “estima”, “projecta”, “pretende” e “acredita”.

Pela sua própria natureza, essas declarações exigem que o Banco faça suposições sujeitas a riscos e incertezas, especialmente incertezas relacionadas com o ambiente financeiro, económico, regulamentar e social em que o Banco opera. Alguns destes riscos estão fora do controlo do Banco e podem conduzir a resultados materialmente diferentes das expectativas inferidas a partir das indicações futuras. Os factores de risco que podem causar tais diferenças incluem declarações regulamentares, crédito, mercado (incluindo acções, mercadorias, divisas e taxas de juro), liquidez, operacional, reputacional, seguros, estratégia, jurídico, ambiental e outros riscos conhecidos e desconhecidos. Consequentemente, ao tomar decisões relativamente ao Banco, recomendamos que os leitores efectuem uma avaliação mais aprofundada e não se apoiem demasiado nas declarações prospectivas do Banco.

Quaisquer declarações prospectivas contidas neste comunicado de imprensa representam as opiniões da administração apenas na data deste documento. Essas declarações têm como objectivo ajudar os investidores e analistas do Banco a compreender a posição financeira, as estratégias, os objectivos, as prioridades e o desempenho financeiro previsto do Banco em relação ao período actual e, como tal, podem não ser apropriadas para outros fins. O Banco não se compromete a actualizar quaisquer declarações prospectivas, sejam elas escritas ou verbais, que possam ser feitas periodicamente por si ou em seu nome, excepto conforme exigido pelas disposições ou requisitos regulamentares aplicáveis.

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