To Tackle China, the U.S. Should Trade More in Africa
The Biden administration has requested that Congress approve an $80 million package to finance the newly launched Prosper Africa Build Together initiative.Continue Reading
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The African Diaspora Should Invest in Africa
The history of African migration is as old as humanity itself. Ancient African communities migrated in search of food, shelter,Continue Reading
Trade Reforms Are Needed to Boost South Africa’s Woeful Economy
To enable South Africans to rebuild as quickly and strongly as possible after the July riots, the government must implementContinue Reading
How Did Botswana Become the World’s Fastest-Growing Economy?
From 1965 to 1995, Botswana recorded the fastest rate of economic growth in the world. The spectacular success of BotswanaContinue Reading
Examining the Challenges and Opportunities of the AfCFTA
When the plan for the African trade area agreement started, it seemed like another ambitious project typical of African leadersContinue Reading
The AfCFTA Could Provide Necessary Momentum for Improving SA’s Port Infrastructure
As the world hopefully heads out of the COVID-19 lockdowns, trade and the shipping of more goods should continue toContinue Reading
Africa Will Fail to Reach Free-Trade Goals Without New Rules and Infrastructure
The goal of the AfCFTA to eliminate tariffs on 90% of goods will be stillborn without regulatory and infrastructure changes. New policies must be created to facilitate the faster and seamless flow of goods and services across borders, especially into and out of African ports.
The AfCFTA Promises a Brighter Future for Africa – but Liberals Must Fight for It
In May 1963, leaders from 32 newly independent African states gathered in Ethiopian capital Addis Ababa to create the OrganisationContinue Reading
Increased Trade Is Exactly What Africa Needs Post-COVID-19
For centuries, African people’s economic and innovation potential was inhibited (and in many instances, denied outright), by policies and ideologiesContinue Reading