Africa’s New Trade Deal Can Revolutionise the Continent’s Food Industry
Much has been written about the potential economic benefits of the new African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). However, fewContinue Reading
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Africa’s Path To Greater Economic Freedom
The average GDP per-capita in countries that rank in the top quartile for economic freedom is a staggering $50,619 compared to a meagre $5,911 for economies ranked in the bottom quartile.
Will the Benefits of Free Trade Be Restricted to the Politically Connected?
The International Trade Centre and United Nations Conference on Trade and Development found that the Africa Continental Free Trade AreaContinue Reading
Nigeria Is Well-Positioned to Benefit From the Afcfta
The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) officially went into force at the beginning of this year. For the firstContinue Reading
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
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