March 05
South Africa: Cosatu Worried By Illicit Payments At Prasa [press release]
COSATU
The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) is gravely concerned about the rehabilitation of Metrorail following reports of illicit payments to the tune of R2.7 billion to… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Secures $50.8bn Investment to Strengthen Global Trade
Leadership
The minister of industry, trade, and investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, has disclosed Nigeria's success in securing over $50 billion in investment from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's… Read more »
March 04
Nigeria: UK, Nigeria Strengthen Trade Ties On National Quality Policy
Vanguard
The Federal Government and United Kingdom have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening trade relations and economic growth through the implementation of Nigeria's National… Read more »
March 03
Ethiopia: Ethiopia, Djibouti Renew Commitment to Further Consolidate Trade, Economic Cooperation
ENA
Ethiopia and Djibouti have reaffirmed commitment to further reinforce trade and economic cooperation between the two East African nations. Read more »
Nigeria: Crisis Brews At Madalla Market
Daily Trust
Traders who were allocated spaces at the popular Madalla market, a Niger community bordering Abuja, have warned of an impending crisis in the market. Read more »
March 02
South Africa: SA and Chile Sign Trade Cooperation Agreement
SAnews.gov.za
South Africa and Chile have signed an agreement that will see the two countries cooperate in areas of trade and industry promotion, decarbonisation and critical minerals among… Read more »
February 28
Kenya: Ethiopia to Use Lamu Port to Move Imports, President Ruto Says
Capital FM
The Port of Lamu is set for more activity following agreements between Kenya and neighboring countries to increasingly use it as a regional transshipment hub. Read more »
Nigeria: US Tariff Hike On Vehicle Imports Could Impact Nigeria's Auto Market
VOA
For longtime automotive importer David Tope, Nigeria's auto market has become increasingly difficult. He used to import up to five vehicles per week from the United States and… Read more »
February 27
Africa: Trump Administration Sets Out to Create an America Its People Have Never Experienced - One Without a Meaningful Government [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
The U.S. government is attempting to dismantle itself. Read more »
Nigeria: Dangote Reduces Petrol Price to N825
Daily Trust
Marketers expressed excitement yesterday following the reduction in ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) also known as petroleum by Dangote Petroleum Refinery &… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Zim, Indonesia Trade Soars Under Second Republic
The Herald
Trade between Zimbabwe and Indonesia has grown from US$60 million to US$100 million under the Second Republic, anchored on tobacco exports. Read more »
Nigeria: Govt Pledges to Strengthen Investment, Trade Opportunities With UAE
Vanguard
The Federal Government has expressed its commitment to strengthen investment opportunities and trade partnerships with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and other countries. Read more »
Nigeria: Interswitch Group Gets Global Recognition
This Day
Interswitch, one of Africa's leading integrated payments and digital commerce companies, has been recognised as one of the 'Happiest Workplaces Around the Globe 2024'. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Free Market Foundation Slams DA Over 'Liberal Betrayal' On Expropriation Act
New Zimbabwe
- The Free Market Foundation (FMF) has said that the Democratic Alliance (DA) had only one role to play regarding the new Expropriation Act, which is "unconditional and unrelenting… Read more »
February 26
West Africa: AfCFTA and the Alliance of Sahel States
This Day
The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and the newly formed Alliance of Sahel States are two significant developments that are set to transform the economic and political… Read more »
Nigeria: NAFDAC to Reopen Sealed Drug Markets in Abia Today
Vanguard
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration, NAFDAC, will today, February 26, unseal all the sections of Ariaria International Market, Eziukwu Market and Tenant Road drugs… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Industry Doubts 3 Percent Inflation Rate Is Still Achievable By Year End
New Zimbabwe
The Confederation of Zimbabwe Industries (CZI) has expressed doubts over the fiscal authorities' capability to attain a 3% month-on-month inflation rate by year-end. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Zimtrade Implores Local Companies to Tap Into the U.S.$144,3 Billion Agrochemicals Global Industry
New Zimbabwe
Trade Promotion agency, ZimTrade has implored local players to pursue strategic partnerships and tap into the US$144 billion agrochemicals global industry potential. Read more »
February 25
Africa: America First Deepens World Stagnation [analysis]
IPS
Donald Trump's Make America Great Again (MAGA) appeal captured US mass discontent against globalisation. In recent decades, variations of America First have reflected growing… Read more »
Tunisia: President of Republic Discusses Import of 300 Public Transport Buses From China in Meeting With Transport Minister
Tunis Afrique Presse
President Kais Saied focused on the import of 300 public transport buses from the People's Republic of China, the first batch of which is expected to arrive in the near future,… Read more »
South Africa: Joburg Small Businesses Grapple With Return of Load Shedding
Daily Maverick
Small retailers are struggling after load shedding made its unwelcome comeback. They face financial losses, operational setbacks and damage to equipment. Read more »
February 24
Africa: Do Trump's Policies Endanger South Africa's AGOA Trade Deal? [analysis]
DW
With the US threatening to sever vital trade ties, South African businesses are on edge. Should Africa's most industrialized economy prepare for a major economic and trade… Read more »
February 22
Zimbabwe: Govt Mulls Direct Fuel Imports
The Herald
Government intends to directly procure fuel for its own use and key economic sectors to lower costs and boost competitiveness, Energy and Power Development Minister July Moyo has… Read more »
Southern Africa: Zimbabwe a Pacesetter On Regional Border Initiatives
The Herald
The new state-of-the-art Beitbridge Border Post promises to revolutionise trade and travel between Zimbabwe, her neighbours and the international community, ably aided by its… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Your Ultimate Guide to Shopping for the Perfect Blazer
The Herald
A well-fitted blazer is a timeless wardrobe staple that can elevate any outfit, whether you're dressing for a formal business meeting, a casual brunch, or a night out. Read more »
