The Ethiopian government has declared strong interest in fully using the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to unlock new economic opportunities and improve the country’s trade performance. This comes …
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Standard Chartered Urges Africa to Leverage Regional Trade
Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria Limited has called on African countries to take advantage of emerging global trade shifts by strengthening regional value chains and reviewing their exposure to international markets. …
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FG Backs West Africa Industrial Summit, Pledges Support for Regional Manufacturing Growth
The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced its full support for the upcoming West Africa Industrialisation, Manufacturing and Trade (IMT) Summit and Exhibition, set to hold in Lagos from October …
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The Cocoa Association of Nigeria (CAN) has raised concerns over the worsening state of the cocoa processing industry in the country, blaming high production costs, poor funding, and overtaxation for …
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Ethiopian Airlines Expands Indian Network with New Hyderabad Route to Boost Africa-Asia Connectivity
ADDIS ABABA / HYDERABAD – Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest airline and one of the world’s fastest-growing aviation brands, has launched a new passenger route to Hyderabad, India, further deepening its …
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Global Air Cargo Demand Grows by 5.8% in April
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced a 5.8 per cent increase in global air cargo demand for April 2025 compared to the same period last year, marking another …
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Buy Made in Nigeria Policy Violates AfCFTA Rules
The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) has raised a strong alarm against the federal government’s “Buy Made in Nigeria Policy.” The policy, according to NECA, directly violates the protocols of …
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Algeria and Spain Relaunch Economic Cooperation with Innovation
After over two years of frozen trade relations and diplomatic tensions, Algeria and Spain are restoring their economic partnership, this time with a clear focus on innovation, joint development, and …
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Lesotho Backs Modern Agriculture Drive at China-Africa Economic Trade Expo
The Government of Lesotho is taking bold steps to modernise its agriculture sector, aiming to boost food production and create new income opportunities for rural communities. Speaking at the 4th …
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The Commonwealth’s Critical Role in Shaping a Fairer Global Trade Future
In today’s fast-changing world — marked by global instability, climate urgency, and fractured supply chains — the 56-nation Commonwealth is emerging as a powerful force for inclusive and sustainable economic …