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 …
The AfCFTA and Free Movement After establishing the agreement in January 2018 to coordinate the economic, social, political, and digital sphere of the African Union (AU), the movement from one African state to another has been another target. It was …
Money and the Trade Liberalization Strategy Africa’s latest trade liberalization strategy, the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement brings together 55 countries of the African Union and 8 regional economic Communities and is to serve a combined …
Traders in Tanzania recently staged protests against corruption within the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA), emphasizing the need for transparent trade regulations. This issue reflects the larger problem of corruption in Africa. To ensure the success of the African Continental Free …
The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is a landmark agreement that seeks to increase trade and economic integration in Africa. Launched on January 1, 2021, it is the world’s largest free trade area, covering 55 African Union member states. …
We Are Making Strides; More is Needed The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is a solution to a long-standing need to find a mechanism to increase international trade and integrate Africa’s trade into the global economy. Championed as a …