October 24
Uganda: Uganda Joins BRICS As Partner Nation, Paving the Way for Increased Trade and Investment
Nile Post
Uganda has officially joined BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) as one of 13 new partner nations in a move set to reshape its international trade and investment… Read more »
Uganda: Ugandan Delegation Flies to Serbia to Reactivate Trade Agreement Signed in 1963
Nile Post
A Ugandan delegation, led by General Wilson Mbasu Mbadi, Minister of State for Trade, Industry, and Cooperatives, is in Serbia for the Joint Commission for Trade Cooperation… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe, India to Exploit Vast Trade Opportunities
The Herald
VICE President Kembo Mohadi has said Zimbabwe and India, which enjoy pleasant relations, have vast trade opportunities that should be exploited for the benefit of both nations. Read more »
October 23
Somalia: Somali and Kenyan Presidents Meet in Nairobi to Bolster Security and Trade
Shabelle
In a significant diplomatic encounter, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud convened with Kenyan President William Ruto at the State House in Nairobi on October 22, marking a… Read more »
Nigeria: FG Bans Export of LPG As Price Continues to Soar
Vanguard
The Federal Government on yesterday banned the export of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (cooking gas) produced in country as prices continue to spike. Read more »
Zimbabwe: 807 Permits Issued for Maize Imports
The Herald
Government has issued 807 import permits to 420 private companies to bring in 4 131 260 tonnes of maize by March next year. Read more »
Nigeria: Abia, Imo Traders Count Their Losses Over 2-Day Sit-At-Home
Vanguard
A cross-section of traders in Abia and Imo says the two-day sit-at-home crippled their businesses and caused them huge financial losses. Read more »
October 22
Nigeria: Special Report - Post-Subsidies Removal Hardships Take Toll On Abuja Informal Economy Operators
Premium Times
With inflation driving up the prices of goods and services almost daily, Nigerians are losing their purchasing power, and businesses are shutting down due to a lack of patronage. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Consumer Protection Commission On Right Track
The Herald
THE Consumer Protection Commission, a relatively new body set up under the Consumer Protection Act by the Second Republic, is now starting to flex its considerable muscle with a… Read more »
October 21
Africa: Prosper Africa's Commitment to Boosting Trade and Investment in North Africa - Egypt and Morocco Lead the Way
Prosper Africa
Morocco Venture Capital Forum in Morocco in May, and Coordinator British A. Robinson's recent trip to Egypt, Prosper Africa is refocusing its commitment to North Africa, with a… Read more »
October 20
Uganda: Museveni Hosts Somali President, Forging Stronger Security and Trade Bonds
Shabelle
In a move to cement regional relations, Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni hosted Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud at State House Uganda on Saturday. Read more »
October 17
Nigeria: Ribadu - Officers Must Halt Gun Sales to Criminals As Nigeria Destroys 2,400 Arms
Vanguard
Malam Nuhu Ribadu, the National Security Adviser (NSA), has condemned the actions of corrupt personnel within security agencies, emphasizing the grave danger they pose to national… Read more »
Nigeria: Parents Groan As Academic Expenses Soar
Leadership
As students at primary and secondary levels resumes for first term of 2024/25 academic session across the country, parents are faced with challenges occasioned by high cost of… Read more »
Nigeria: Rate Hikes Insufficient to Curb Inflation - Lcci
Vanguard
The Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) says rate hikes alone will not curb inflation without first resolving the challenges in the real sector. Read more »
Nigeria: Rising Cost of Living Fueling Voter Apathy, Political Parties Cry Out
Vanguard
Political Parties under the umbrella of Inter Party Advisory Council IPAC have bemoaned the rising cost of living in the country, saying the development is largely responsible for… Read more »
Ethiopia: Coffee Exports Bring Ethiopia Over 521 Mln USD in Q1
Ethiopian Herald
The Ethiopian Coffee and Tea Authority (ECTA) has announced a remarkable achievement in the first quarter of the 2024/25 fiscal year, generating 521.98 million USD from the export… Read more »
East Africa: Why It Is the Time for Ethiopia to Join the Comesa Free Trade Area (Comesa FTA)
Ethiopian Herald
Ethiopia, a vital member of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), has hesitated to join the COMESA Free Trade Area (FTA) since its inception in 1994. Read more »
Nigeria: Cardoso - Taming Inflation Is Key Priority
This Day
Dimon: Nigeria's Tough Decisions for Growth Read more »
October 16
Africa: Aligning AfCFTA and Agenda 2063 With FOCAC in Charting Africa's Path to Economic Transformation
Capital FM
Africa stands on the cusp of an economic transformation that promises to reshape its place in the global economy. Central to this vision are three powerful frameworks: the African… Read more »
Nigeria: WTO Members Need to Remain Constructive to Achieve Outcomes - Okonjo-Iweala
This Day
The Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, yesterday, urged members of the global trade body to, "continue to be constructive" in… Read more »
October 15
Nigeria: Many Nigerian Lawmakers Consume, Trade in Hard Drugs - Senator
Premium Times
The Kano senator also recommended drug tests for politicians before contesting elections and assuming political positions. Read more »
East Africa: Rwanda, EAC Vow to Promote Trade Ties
New Times
The East African Business Council (EABC), East African Community (EAC) Secretariat and the Government of Rwanda have declared a commitment to boost intra-EAC trade as well as trade… Read more »
Zimbabwe: CTC Probes Influx of Toothpaste Imports
The Herald
THE Competition and Tariff Commission (CTC) is initiating an investigation into the influx of toothpaste imports into the country, which is threatening the viability of the local… Read more »
