The Gambia’s cement market stabilizes post-supply chain issues with new shipments, but the Cement Importers Association highlights high prices due to import reliance and oligopolistic practices, advocating for competition and Senegal-sourced cement.
In early 2025, the U.S. accounted for 26.3% of Gambia’s remittances, boosting private inflows to US$207.9 million, stabilizing the dalasi, and reducing the current account deficit, though a high trade deficit persists due to fuel and food imports.
Iran’s missile strikes on Israel, killing two, followed an Israeli attack on Tehran’s nuclear program, escalating tensions as Israel intercepts drones and U.S.-Iran nuclear talks face uncertainty.
The fourth China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo in Changsha, China, with 4,700 companies and $11 billion in projects, promotes industrial cooperation and youth entrepreneurship while showcasing tariff-free African exports.
China announced duty-free market access for all African countries at FOCAC 2025, expanding trade ties after surpassing the US as Africa’s top trading partner with $300 billion in 2024.
