The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) says it is collaborating with importers and other stakeholders to ensure faster and smoother cargo clearance following the introduction of new import rule requirements. According to Capital FM Business, the move announced in Nairobi on September 7, 2026, aims to address delays affecting cargo clearance at entry points as traders adjust to the updated regulations. The tax agency indicated that engagement with stakeholders is central to easing the transition and minimizing disruption to trade.

An expo has heard that skills shortages threaten the country's ability to benefit from a minerals boom, according to SABC Business. Speakers warned that the country needs to urgently address the skills gap in order to capitalise on opportunities in the mining sector.

Jamaica is pursuing $10 billion in reparations from the United Kingdom over the legacy of slavery, according to Al Jazeera. The claim centres on the more than 300 years of British colonial rule on the island, during which hundreds of thousands of enslaved Africans were forced to work on plantations. The demand forms part of a broader push by Caribbean nations seeking formal acknowledgment, apologies, and financial compensation from former colonial powers for the transatlantic slave trade and its lasting impact.

Nigeria's economy grew by 4.43 per cent in the second quarter of 2026, according to the National Bureau of Statistics. The expansion, reported by Premium Times, was supported by improved performances in both the oil and non-oil sectors. However, industrial growth slowed compared with the same period a year earlier, indicating mixed momentum across sectors of Africa's most populous economy.

Al Jazeera previews the 2026-27 UEFA Champions League season, highlighting five key talking points. Arsenal and Bayern Munich are identified as leading challengers to defending champions Paris Saint-Germain, while Jose Mourinho is pursuing glory with Real Madrid. The article also notes the debut of Italian side Como in the competition, marking a notable milestone for the club as Europe's premier club tournament begins a new campaign.

Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen) reported a drop in net profit to Sh10.35 billion, attributing the decline to lower finance income. According to the company, finance income fell from Sh4.1 billion to Sh2.9 billion during the year. The results highlight pressure on the state-linked power generator's earnings, with the reduced finance income cited as the main driver of the profit decline for the period under review.