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Solar boom counters power shortages in Niger
Solar boom counters power shortages in Niger
Business and Economy
by  AFP

Solar panels like the ones on the roof of Elhadj Abdou's house are an increasingly common sight in Niger's capital, which is often hit by power cuts. "There are no more power cuts here and there are no bills to pay, everything works on solar energy," said Abdou, who lives in Niamey's Lazaret neighbourhood.

ASML CEO sees 'increased macro uncertainty' from tariffs
ASML CEO sees 'increased macro uncertainty' from tariffs
Business and Economy
by  AFP

The head of ASML said on Wednesday there was "increased macro uncertainty" due to tariffs but the Dutch tech giant kept its sales forecasts for this year unchanged. "However, the recent tariff announcements have increased uncertainty in the macro environment and the situation will remain dynamic for a while," he added.