Africa’s Free Trade Agreement: A Beacon of Hope for the Continent’s Agricultural Industry?
During President Biden’s closing remarks at the U.S.-Africa summit held in December, he stated that “Africa has the potential to feed its people and help feed the world.” Although framed with…
How Can the U.S. Spur Economic Growth in Africa?
Last month, African leaders made their way to Washington, D.C., for the first U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit since 2014. The three-day event came at a crucial time for the United…
Kenya’s New Government Must Embrace Economic Freedom
William Ruto became Kenya’s fifth president last month. At his inauguration, Ruto pledged to unify the nation and be the leader of “all Kenyans.” As President, Ruto’s primary goal should be…
Africa’s Three Largest Economies are Undermining the AfCFTA
ByThe African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) could usher in a new era of prosperity for the world’s poorest and most protectionist continent. The World Bank estimates that the AfCFTA could…
The Kenya-Uganda Trade War Could Undermine East African Prosperity
ByKenya and Uganda have been in a trade dispute. The latest hostilities between the two East African countries began in December 2019 when Kenya stopped importing Ugandan milk. In July…
Africa’s Free Trade Agreement: A Beacon of Hope for the Continent’s Agricultural Industry?
ByAlexander JelloianFeb 24, 2023During President Biden’s closing remarks at the U.S.-Africa summit held in December, he stated that “Africa has the potential to feed its…
