Global food prices are on the ascent again with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Food Price Index.

Even with the global economic meltdown hitting Africa, Kenyan banking sector has continued to grow confounding many local analysts.

South Africa has developed an established, diversified manufacturing base that has shown its resilience and potential to compete in the global economy - providing a locus for stimulating the growth of other activities, such as services, and achieving specific outcomes, such as employment creation and economic empowerment.

A new report from the World Bank and African partners, Africa's Infrastructure: A Time for Transformation, highlights the findings of a 24-country study and urges increased investment in four critical areas: energy, transport, water, and information and communications technology.

IFC has affirmed its commitment to expanding activities in Liberia to contribute to the country’s development through the private sector.