Chinese firms, often backed by state lenders, have embedded themselves in Africa’s port infrastructure, typically through mixed concession models
The Bani Group venture has sparked debate over the use of legitimate businesses as possible instruments of financial concealment.
The Government’s 2024 financial statements received an adverse audit opinion, with the NAO citing material misstatements across key financial areas
Under the deal, Bamako will secure port space and dedicated facilities for the handling and processing of its cargo at the port of Conakry.
In addition, artisanal fishing boats are increasingly barred from supplying fish to onshore units involved in the processing of fishmeal and fish oil.
The report points to weak remittances from MDAs, with some major revenue-generating institutions performing far below expectations.
An offshore petroleum engineer noted that such a blast would be sufficient to penetrate the ship’s steel hull, which is between 15 and 20 millimeters thick.
Although the tax is imposed on players’ winnings, licensed operators are legally required to withhold the levy at the source and remit it to the Gambia Revenue Authority (GRA)
According to the minister, prices are expected to remain stable or even decline, as the moratorium coincides with the peak availability of locally produced onions and potatoes.
His lawyers had repeatedly raised concerns about alleged irregularities in the conduct of the investigation, arguing that the process lacked objectivity.
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