OUTLOOK 2026 Ghana

16 January 2026
Ghana is in a markedly stronger position than during the 2022–23 balance-of-payments and debt crisis. The IMF projects real GDP growth of about 4.8% in 2026, underpinned by firmer exports and easing inflation.

Tajikistan hedging its Rogun bet, exploring solar options

16 January 2026
Is Dushanbe making tacit admission that mega-dam project may not pay off?

Albania aims to be energy independent by 2028

15 January 2026
PM Edi Rama tells Dubai summit Albania plans to become fully energy independent as it expands solar and wind generation to reduce its reliance on hydropower and electricity imports.

Hungary’s MOL nears deal to acquire majority stake in Serbia’s NIS

15 January 2026
Hungarian oil and gas group MOL is expected to sign a key agreement in the coming days in talks to acquire a majority stake in Serbia’s Russian-owned oil company NIS.

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