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Intra African trade spike expected as AFCFTA considers eliminating import tarrif

1st January,   2021 marked the start of trading under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement and signified the dawn of a new era in Africa’s development quest..

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South African Govt launches R1.2bn Tourism Equity Fund

The Department of Tourism has launched the R1.2-billion Tourism Equity Fund (TEF), aimed at driving transformation in the tourism sector. The fund has been established in partnership with the Small.

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Boost for Nigerian non-oil export as NEPC plans to float an export trading firm

Nigeria plans to float an export trading company as a major intermediary in its efforts to boost non-oil exports and support the economic diversification agenda of the government. Chief Executive.

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New Zealand contributes NZD 6.8 million to facilitate market linkages for smallholder farmers in Rwanda

The New Zealand government has made a contribution of NZD 6,800,000 for the linkage of smallholder farmers in Rwanda. The Farm to Market Alliance (FtMA) proudly welcomes the Government of.

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The Role of Foreign Trade in Economic Growth

The role of foreign trade in economic growth, poverty alleviation and fostering mutual co-operation between nations cannot be overemphasized. According to the World Bank (2019), world exports of goods and.

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Climate change: A Dialogue Falling on Deaf Ears

While African leadership has made relatively slow progress in tackling climate change, climate conditions are suddenly playing out at entirely different levels. In recent years, climatic conditions in Africa have.

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Eliminating Hunger and Poverty in Africa Tall Order?

When the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were announced in 2015, it was clear that success on SDG goal one – No poverty and goal two – Zero Hunger, depends largely.

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10 Fascinating Reasons to Invest in Africa

By Walcott Aganu Talks and assumptions about Africa are shifting from deficits” and gaps to conversation about opportunities, prospects, ventures and creativity. With a fast-growing youth population, urbanization is expected.

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