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Is the World Bank Supporting African Trade Initiatives?

The World Bank has been significantly involved in supporting African trade initiatives, particularly through its collaboration with the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). The AfCFTA, launched in 2021 is.

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Global Policy Shift: Africa’s Impact in Multilateral Organisations

Africa’s participation in multilateral organisations such as the World Trade Organisation (WTO) and the United Nations (UN) has not only increased significantly in recent decades, but it has also played.

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Africa’s Growing Influence in Multilateral Institutions

Africa’s role in global diplomacy and its influence within multilateral institutions have become increasingly significant in recent years. As the continent tackles complex challenges such as economic disparities and climate.

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Fostering Inclusive Growth: Africa’s Commitment to Leaving No One Behind

Distributing the benefits of economic growth equitably across all segments of society is essential to achieving sustainable development. In line with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), African governments.

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Challenges and Opportunities for Africa’s Trade in 2024

The deceleration in global trade has cast a shadow on economic growth in Africa, primarily due to diminished demand from major importers of African exports and stagnant prices for the.

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Power Is Key To Africa’s Socio-Economic Development – Obasanjo Tells Devt. Partners

Nigeria’s former President, Olusegun Obasanjo said the development of Africa economically and socially depends on the provision of adequate electricity supply and advised African partners across the globe to channel.

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Africa: WTO Chief, Okonjo-Iweala Talks on Importance of Free Flow Trade

The Director-General of the World Trade Organization, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has stressed the importance of “free flow of trade” in Africa to help achieve the goals of global climate change. Okonjo-Iweala.

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South Africa negotiates deal with EU to clear citrus blockage at ports

South Africa has negotiated a settlement with the European Union to clear hundreds of shipping containers of citrus fruit stuck in EU ports, the South African government said on Thursday.

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South Africa Hails COVID-19 Vaccine Patent Waiver

South Africa on Saturday hailed a WTO agreement to allow developing countries to start producing their own COVID vaccines following a near two-year battle. “We secured an agreement. It was.

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Africa’s Chief Trade Diplomat

I first read about Wamkele Mene two years ago when Dr Ngozi Okonjo – Iweala was nominated as Director-General of the World Trade Organisation. I embarked on research on the.

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