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Regional Value Chains: Building a Stronger Intra-African Manufacturing Sector

Africa is witnessing rapid socio-economic development. With its vast natural resources and growing population, the continent’s supply chains are increasingly important to the global economy and geopolitics. This underscores the.

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New Music Friday: A Week of Afrobeats Fusion

It’s that time of the week when Afrobeats collides with global sounds, offering a fresh wave of musical experiences. Africa’s dynamic music scene continues to captivate the world, serving up.

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Customs Harmonisation: Streamlining Trade or Creating New Obstacles?

International trade is crucial to global economics, and customs regulations play a significant role in facilitating the smooth movement of goods across national borders. Customs harmonisation has been proposed as.

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Why African Applicants Face Higher Visa Rejections

African visa applicants face stricter restrictions than those from other regions, leading to a disproportionately high rejection rate. In 2022, Africa had the highest visa rejection rate, with 30% of.

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Institutional Responses Tackling Africa’s Illegal Drug Trade

The illicit drug trade in Africa has been a major issue for decades, with its roots tracing back to the early 20th century. Initially, the continent was primarily a transit.

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The Battle Against Illicit Financial Flows in Africa

Across Africa, the circulation of illicit banknotes, including counterfeits and unregulated currencies, poses a significant economic challenge, with estimates suggesting that 1-2% of the total currency in circulation in some.

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From Policy to Practice: Africa’s Affirmative Action Milestones

The concept of affirmative action in Africa has its roots in the early post-independence era, where the need to redress colonial legacies of inequality became apparent. However, it was not.

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Top 10 African Countries for Foreign Direct Investments (FDIs)

Africa, often called the “next frontier” for economic growth and development, is poised to become a hotspot for Foreign Direct Investments (FDIs). With its vast natural resources, rapidly growing middle class,.

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Can Resource-Rich African Nations Achieve Economic Diversification?

Africa is home to a wealth of natural resources, ranging from oil and minerals to fertile land and abundant water resources. While these resources present significant economic opportunities, they also.

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Africa’s Progress in Addressing Out-of-school Children

Despite education being the foundation of a thriving society, millions of African children are still denied the chance to learn and develop, missing out on a vital opportunity for growth..

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