Africa’s Solar Imports Soar as Clean Energy Push Accelerates
By Jayden Bagshaw A new report published today by London-based think tank Ember revealed that Africa’s solar panel imports rose by 60 percent in the 12 months to June 2025,
Dangote Group to Slash Ghana’s Sugar Import Bill with New Factory
The Dangote Group has unveiled plans to build a sugar processing facility in Ghana, aiming to cut the country’s $162 million annual sugar import bill. Announced during “Dangote Day” at
South Africa’s Hemp and Cannabis Export Strategy Gains Momentum
South Africa is fast-tracking its emergence as a global leader in hemp and cannabis exports, backed by favorable climate conditions, regulatory reforms, and strong private-sector engagement. The government’s National Cannabis
Lesotho Enforces Import Ban on Eggs, Cabbage, and Potatoes to Protect Local Agriculture
By Brandon Moss Lesotho has officially enforced a nationwide ban on the importation of eggs, cabbage, and potatoes, a move aimed at strengthening domestic agriculture and reducing reliance on foreign
Africa vs ASEAN & MERCOSUR: Rethinking Export Strategies for a Competitive Edge
Africa vs ASEAN & MERCOSUR: Rethinking Export Strategies for a Competitive Edge As global trade dynamics shift toward regional blocs and value-added exports, Africa finds itself at a strategic crossroads.
Can Africa’s Trade with China and the EU Counter US Tariffs
By ExportFocus Africa Editorial Team The tariff shock delivered by the United States on August 1—ranging from 10% to 30% on African exports—has triggered a swift recalibration of trade strategies
SADC and EU Launch €25 Million Trade Boost Initiative to Empower Southern African SMEs
In a landmark move to strengthen trade and industrial development across Southern Africa, the Southern African Development Community (SADC), in collaboration with the European Union (EU), the United Nations Industrial
Africa’s Free Trade Expansion 2025: The Dawn of a Borderless Continental Marketplace
By Dowell Sichitalwe, Contributing Writer – ExportFocus Africa In an audacious recalibration of its economic architecture, Africa has launched the Africa Free Trade Expansion 2025, a bold extension of the
Tunisia targets $518mm in untapped export potential to Sub-Saharan Africa
Tunisia aims to unlock an additional $518 million in untapped export potential with sub-Saharan Africa, a strategic move designed to bolster its presence within African value chains. This initiative underscores
Jamaica accedes to Afreximbank, strengthening ties to Global Africa
L-R: Dr. The Most Honourable Andrew Holness, Prime Minister of Jamaica, The Honourable Kamina Johnson Smith, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade of Jamaica, Mr Okechukwu Ihejirika, Ag. Chief…