Digital technologies could unlock Africa’s trade potential, says Prime Minister Ngirente
Investment in Africa’s digital and technological capabilities is necessary to unlock the continent’s trade potential and accelerate economic growth, Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente said as he opened the Africa Trade Development Forum in Kigali. Achieving this vision requires countries to adapt to the rapidly evolving trade landscape shaped by emerging technologies, Ngirente said, adding that […]
UK-funded cargo system praised for increasing revenue collection
The Regional Electronic Cargo Tracking System (RECTS), funded by the United Kingdom, has been hailed as an innovative platform for driving growth and speeding up trade within the East Africa region. Launched in 2017, the system monitors the movement of transit cargo in real time to enhance safety and efficiency across the region. During the […]
Digital innovation key to unlocking Africa’s trade potential, officials say
Delegates at the Trade Development Forum 2024 have called for strengthened efforts to promote digital innovation as a means of unlocking Africa’s trade and business potential. KIGALI, Dec. 3 (Xinhua) — Delegates at the Trade Development Forum 2024 have called for strengthened efforts to promote digital innovation as a means of unlocking Africa’s trade and […]
Experts on how digitalisation can drive cross-border trade, expand African exports
By embracing emerging technologies and building robust digital infrastructure, African countries can unlock new opportunities for businesses, improve access to global markets, and increase the efficiency of trade operations, officials said during the African Development Forum in Kigali, on December 2. The forum highlighted that digitalisation holds immense potential for transforming Africa’s trade landscape by […]
Digital technologies could unlock Africa’s trade potential, says Ngirente
Investment in Africa’s digital and technological capabilities is necessary to unlock the continent’s trade potential and accelerate economic growth, Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente said on Monday, December 2, as he opened the Africa Trade Development Forum in Kigali. Achieving this vision requires countries to adapt to the rapidly evolving trade landscape shaped by emerging technologies, Ngirente said, […]
How Rubavu port is set to reshape cross-border trade with DR Congo
The Ministry of Infrastructure will, Friday, December 6, officially launch the Rubavu Port, a modern facility set to boost trade not just in Rwanda but across the region. As the country’s largest port, the facility is expected to help ease cross-border trade and enhance connectivity between Rwanda and DR Congo, and support local communities through increased economic […]
Global Affairs Canada and regional partners commit to boost women’s participation in West African trade
In a meeting held in Nairobi, TradeMark Africa (TMA) and the Centre for International Studies and Cooperation (CECI) discussed the roll out of the Making Trade Work for Women in West Africa (MTWW) programme. Funded by Global Affairs Canada (GAC), the programme is designed to break down gender-specific barriers that restrict the participation of women […]
Tanzania Sets Bold Agenda to Transform Trade and Investment, Driving Economic Growth and Global Competitiveness
Dar es Salaam, 6 December 2024: Tanzania’s trade and investment ecosystem is at a crucial juncture, with the private sector contributing 33% to GDP and over 80% of formal employment, according to World Bank data. The Annual Trade and Investment Dialogue 2024 convened more than 400 business leaders, policymakers, and development partners to address critical […]
Digital Innovation and Regional Collaboration Essential Drivers to Transforming Africa’s Trade Future
The recent commemoration of the 25th Anniversary of the East African Community (EAC) offered an excellent opportunity to reflect on its achievements, confront persistent challenges, and outline the path forward for advancing regional integration. A notable focus of the celebration was the role of digital innovation in addressing cross-border payment inefficiencies, with technologies such as […]
Trade Facilitation Report – Driving African Trade Through Digitalisation
Download Facilitation Report Recognizing trade facilitation as a critical element for improving Africa’s trading environment, the Trade Facilitation Report addresses the priorities, lessons, risks and opportunities associated with trade facilitation in Africa. It seeks to outline ideas, opportunities, principles and priorities that should guide governmental actions and continental reforms in TF. The primary message is clear: investing […]