Ending the Long Wait November 24, 2023, marked a turning point for Somalia’s regional status as the beleaguered state joined the East African Community. While this is perceived as a move in the right direction for Somalia and the ever-expanding …
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has granted the East African Community (EAC) $1.4 million through the New Partnership for Africa’s Development and Infrastructure Project Preparation Facility (NEPAD-IPPF). This funding is allocated for the feasibility study of the Multinational Kenya/Uganda: Kisumu-Kisian-Busitema-Busia …
Vetting and Verifying Somalia Credentials At the Africa Investment Forum Held in Marrakech, Morocco, on November 9, East African Community (EAC) Secretary General Dr. Peter Mathuki disclosed that Somalia was on the verge of being admitted into the community within …
African Union 2063 Aspirations Talking to an international conference, Kenya’s president indicated that the country would end visa requirements to all African visitors by the end of the year citing such restrictions as a case of Africa working against herself. …
EA in the Global Context Every passing day spells a new conflict across the world, with the potential for further trade complications. Russia’s armed conflict with Ukraine has caused colossal damage to the global energy supply, leading to almost uncontrollable …
Louder Drums of War While the impending war in the Gaza Strip fueled by the long-standing conflict between Palestine and Israel is bound to shift the global attention from Kyiv and Moscow, the two illustrate the rising risk of geopolitical …
The Promise of Supranational Entities In a recent interview, Andrew Dabalen, the chief economist for Africa at the World Bank, claimed that African governments must give up some sovereignty to make the AfCFTA work. The AfCFTA is a monumental trade …
Sibling Squabbles Whenever we hear talks of trade wars between China and the USA, it always sounds normal – two of the World’s largest economies fighting it out for global dominance. When the same is said of developing countries, questions …
Recurring Cross-Border Challenges An opinion editorial recently published by The African Report argued that the Kenya-Tanzania border friction requires a digital approach to end the consistent squabbles between the neighbors and enhance cross-border trade. However, the relationship between Kenya and …
One People, Different Languages The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) stands as a beacon of hope for the continent, promising economic growth, enhanced cooperation, and ultimately, pan-African unity through regional integration. By creating a single continental market of 1.3 …