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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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Regional Blocs vs. Nationalism: Balancing Economic Unity and Sovereignty

With a growing push for deeper regional integration through initiatives like the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), and while individual nations remain protective of their sovereignty and economic independence,.

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Africa’s Defence Industry: Can the Continent Build Its Own Military Power?

Africa has long been seen as a consumer rather than a producer of military hardware. However, the continent is now making strategic moves to develop its own defence industry, signalling.

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Can Africa Unite Beyond Trade Agreements?

Africa is more connected now than ever through commerce, yet politically and socially, it remains deeply fragmented. The dream of a united Africa is as old as the independence movements.

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Arms Control in Africa: A Threat to Human Rights or National Interest?

The African Union’s policies on small arms proliferation across the region have been met with widespread criticism, with accusations of favouritism and concerns over human rights violations. Experts argue that.

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Decentralising Power: The Rise of Regional Governance in Africa

The shift toward decentralised governance in Africa represents a transformative movement, emerging as a fundamental approach to promote sustainable development, foster economic integration, and enhance security across the continent.  .

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African Start-ups Tapping into Regional Markets

Business start-ups are transforming Africa’s economic landscape. Once perceived as local enterprises, African start-ups are now emerging as significant players, not only within their home countries but also on regional.

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Fighting Climate Change: Collective African Strategies

Africa is no stranger to the effects of climate change. As one of the most vulnerable regions in the world, the continent faces a range of climate-related disruptions. From rising.

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African Think Tanks Driving Regional Policy Formulation

African think tanks are pivotal in regional policy formulation, offering insightful analysis and strategic recommendations that are crucial for the continent’s development. These organisations play an instrumental role in addressing.

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Africa’s Progress in Muzzling Illicit Small Arms and Light Weapons

The fight against the proliferation of illicit small arms and light weapons (SALW) has been an essential component of Africa’s efforts to promote peace, stability, and economic growth in the.

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