Sierra Leone’s iron ore output is becoming the country’s key export

A $1.5 billion investment by China’s Shandong Iron & Steel Group (SISG), one of the world’s largest steelmakers, for a 25% stake in Britain’s African Minerals, will benefit Sierra Leone’s fast-expanding iron ore sector—where the company’s iron ore mines are located. The investment should lead to additional exploration for increased output.

SISG will use iron ore extracted in Sierra Leone to supply its steel mills, which have an annual output capacity of 31.6 million tons. While diamonds were the backbone of Sierra Leone’s economy prior to the country’s civil war, the government is hoping that iron ore will become its key economic driver going forward.

The government of Ghana has entered into a public-private partnership with Gadco, an agribusiness company building sustainable projects in Africa—which may make Ghana West Africa’s largest rice producer. Under the partnership, Gadco

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Even with a struggling economy, credit card issuers continue to increase initial bonus offers to entice new customers.  Today, its Citis turn and for a limited time only, they will be offering a $300 cashback bonus on the Citi® Dividend World® MasterCard®.  The $300 cashback bonus is the LARGEST bonus available on a consumer credit card that does not charge an annual fee and its not the only reason you will want to give Citi your business.

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Owning a car is the dream of many people. However, it is almost impossible for most to own a car without getting an auto loan. This is the easiest way to get your dream car without having to break a bank. However, if you do not get the best car loan available, you are headed for troubled waters. Here are a few tips that will help you find the best car loan you can get.

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