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Africa’s Shared Economy is Disrupting Traditional Transport and Hospitality

Nowhere is the transformation of the 21st-century economy more visible than in the shared economy, where access is valued over ownership. In particular, the transportation and hospitality industries have experienced.

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Can Africa Create a Unified Stock Exchange?

The global financial sector thrives on interconnectedness, with stock exchanges serving as crucial pillars of economic growth. The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) commands a market capitalisation exceeding $28 trillion,.

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Africa’s Ports: Gateway to Economic Transformation

Ports serve as the arteries of global trade, ensuring the seamless movement of goods across continents and underpinning economic growth. In 2024, their significance has only intensified, with maritime trade.

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Making Global Governance Work for Africa

The global governance system has long been championed as a mechanism to address transnational challenges. However, for Africa—a continent rich in potential yet burdened by historical and structural inequities—it often.

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Ghana’s Economic Recovery: Can 5.4% Growth in 2025 Be Sustained?

With forecasts predicting GDP growth of 5.4% year-on-year into 2025, Ghana appears to be making a steady recovery from past economic fluctuations. Jibran Qureishi, Head of Africa Research at Standard.

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Franchising Could Revolutionise African Entrepreneurship

Franchising has long been a cornerstone of business expansion in developed economies. The global franchise market was valued at approximately USD 133.17 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach.

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The Global Impact of African Fashion: Can it Become a $50 Billion Industry?

In the face of global fashion, Africa is weaving a narrative that is both rich and revolutionary. The continent, long regarded as a reservoir of cultural heritage, is increasingly asserting.

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Ethiopian Airlines and AfDB Forging a Path to Economic Growth

Ethiopian Airlines, recognised as one of Africa’s leading carriers, has embarked on an ambitious venture in partnership with the African Development Bank (AfDB) for the Bishoftu International Airport Development Project..

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Can Tech Education Solve Unemployment?

As the world undergoes significant labour market shifts, one question looms large: Can tech education, particularly coding, address the growing issue of unemployment? With digital transformation accelerating at an unprecedented.

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Land Rights vs. Development: Who Owns Africa’s Future?

The question of land rights versus development has long been a global conundrum, oscillating between economic progress and indigenous entitlements. Across continents, the delicate balance between empowering communities and driving.

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