Gold production in South Africa fell by 8.4% year-on-year in December 2024, continuing a 14-month
Syria’s economic reconstruction efforts are hindered by deep structural issues despite some easing of sanctions.
Iraq has agreed to forgive 80% of Mozambique’s debt, writing off $256.13 million. The remaining
Egypt aims for a 4 percent growth by 2025, as announced by Minister Rania Al-Mashat.
In November 2024, Egypt’s banking sector recorded a net foreign asset surplus of $5.95 billion,
Egypt will increase the private sector minimum wage to EGP 7,000 from EGP 6,000 starting
Zimbabwe’s gold reserves supporting the ZiG currency have reached US$533 million, fueled by increased mineral
Uzbekistan emerged as the ninth-largest gold buyer globally in 2024, purchasing 11 tons. Global gold
Iran’s economy struggles under U.S. sanctions, causing the rial to collapse against the dollar and
Iraq’s gold prices are projected to reach record highs in 2025, influenced by global economic