Indian exporters on edge as Mpox crisis looms over Africa trade
According to exporters, though the spread of the disease is contained in certain countries, it would be a challenge, if it spreads to more nations. India’s exports to Africa are
3 ways to jumpstart South Africa’s economy, according to the World Bank
The World Bank has suggested several key trade policy reforms for South Africa. It says that driving an export-oriented strategy can enhance economic growth and job creation while strengthening the
Maximizing the Benefits of the Renewed Global Interest in Africa’s Strategic Minerals
by Folashadé Soulé The Africa Program focuses on economic, political, and transnational issues shaping Africa’s future. By conducting data-driven research, convening high-level dialogues, forging strategic partnerships, and amplifying African voices,…
Cousins Steel International makes KwaZulu-Natal a retail and logistics hub of steel
As reported by the Business Research Institute at the University of KZN for Q2 2024, business confidence in KwaZulu-Natal is currently surging. Dynamic structural steel company Cousins Steel International (CSI)
Afreximbank To Double Intra-African Trade Financing To $40 Billion By 2026
African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com) plans to double its financing of intra-African trade from US$20 billion in 2021 to US$40 billion by 2026, Mr. Haytham ElMaayergi, Afreximbank’s Executive Vice President,
Agriculture minister Steenhuisen discusses citrus import ban with Botswana and Namibia
John Steenhuisen, South Africa’s Agriculture Minister, announced plans to engage with Botswana and Namibia to discuss the citrus import ban and seek a resolution. Namibia’s restriction spans from 2021 to
Enhancing Local Government Service Delivery in the South African Context
By Dr Daniel Govender (Academic Head- School of Law and Administration at Regent Business School) Local government in South Africa suffers from challenges such as bureaucratic inefficiencies, lack of resources,
What Africa can do to reduce dependence on food imports
Dr Birungi Korutaro (PhD) is an agribusiness specialist with more than 14 years of experience. PHOTO | COURTESY By VICTOR KIPROP Dr Birungi Korutaro is an agribusiness specialist with more
Bobcat Forklifts to Benefit from Company’s Innovation and R&D
After the addition of Doosan forklifts to Bobcat’s compact machine portfolio and the rebranding that has led, among other things, to the replacement of the Doosan brand with the striking
South Africa empowers women in logistics, transport and supply chain with upcoming conference
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport: South Africa (CILTSA) is proud to announce its second Women in Logistics, Transport and Supply Chain Empowerment Conference. Themed “The How To’s of