Align tax regimes and standards to spur regional trade, EAC states told
The lack of agreement among East African Community (EAC) countries on revenue collection processes is among the reasons for the slow growth of trade in the region. Kenya’s apex private sector body has detailed how discordance among EAC countries holds back entrepreneurs in the region, particularly exporters and importers as respective jurisdictions impose different levies […]
Mozambique Leases a Port Terminal to Landlocked Malawi
In a rare move, Mozambique is planning to lease part of its northern port of Nacala to neighboring landlocked Malawi. The deal seeks to boost trade ties between the two countries. To formalize the initiative, Mozambican President Filipe Nyusi and his Malawian counterpart, Lazarus Chakwera, last week signed initial agreements of the concession deal. This […]
Nigeria’s roadmap to digital transformation under the AfCTA
Nigeria is positioning itself to lead the continent in digital commerce within the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) framework. Already, the country’s digital economy has transformed the way millions of citizens shop, bank, and communicate, reshaping the nation’s trade landscape and unlocking new pathways for economic growth. The AfCFTA aims to harmonize digital trade […]
TradeMark Africa s’engage à rationaliser et à stimuler le commerce en Afrique de l’Ouest
Le Ministère du Commerce et de l’Industrie de la Côte d’Ivoire, en collaboration avec TradeMark Africa (TMA), a récemment organisé une réunion de deux jours pour les responsables de la facilitation du commerce du Ghana et de la Côte d’Ivoire afin de délibérer sur les mesures visant à améliorer l’efficacité du commerce entre les deux […]
Mozambique government and TradeMark Africa roll-out training on Phytosanitary Licenses and Certificates Issuance System
Maputo, 13 August 2024: The Government of Mozambique, through the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MADER), in partnership with TradeMark Africa (TMA), has commenced sensitisation trainings and Phytosanitary Licenses and Certificates Issuance System review workshop for plant health technicians, government staff, importers, and exporters involved in the process of importing and exporting vegetables, plant products […]
Le Kenya inaugure la première usine de vêtements écologiques au monde, fabriquée à partir de conteneurs recyclés
La première usine verte de confection au monde a été inaugurée dans la zone franche industrielle d’Athi River, grâce à un investissement de 530 000 dollars de l’Agence des États-Unis pour le développement international (USAID) et à un prêt de 1,3 million de dollars de Trade Catalyst Africa (TCA). Ce nouvel entrepôt s’étend sur 5 000 m² […]
TradeMark Africa et le gouvernement rwandais s’apprêtent à accueillir un forum sur le développement du commerce à Kigali. Propulser les initiatives panafricaines de commerce numérique dans une nouvelle ère
Kigali, le 9 Août 2024: Le gouvernement du Rwanda et TradeMark Africa (TMA) accueilleront conjointement le Forum sur le développement du commerce, qui réunira des chefs d’État et des responsables gouvernementaux, des partenaires de développement, des universitaires, des organisations multilatérales et le secteur privé de 14 pays de mise en œuvre de TMA et autres. Sous le […]
TradeMark Africa and Rwanda Government Set to Host Landmark Trade Development Forum in Kigali Propelling Pan-African Digital Trade Initiatives into a New Era
Kigali, 9 August 2024: The Government of Rwanda and TradeMark Africa (TMA) will co-host the Trade Development Forum, bringing together Heads of State and Government Officials, Development Partners, Academicians, Multilateral Organisations and Private Sector from 14 TMA countries of implementation and beyond. Under the theme “Digital Trade”, this 2-day forum will take place in Kigali, Rwanda; from 2 […]
Tanzania Government and TradeMark Africa Launches National Trade Policy to Boost Global Competitiveness
Yesterday, 30 July 2024, marked a historic milestone for Tanzania’s trade landscape. The Government of the United Republic of Tanzania, through the Ministry of Industry and Trade, in collaboration with TradeMark Africa (TMA), launched the Tanzania National Trade Policy (NTP) 2023 Edition. This policy represents a significant advancement in Tanzania’s trade development, emphasising enhanced policy […]
Ireland Commits €2.4 Million through TradeMark Africa to Enhance Trade and Economic Growth in Tanzania
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, 28 August 2024: In a significant step towards enhancing Tanzania’s trade infrastructure and economic competitiveness, the Government of Ireland, through its Embassy in Tanzania, has committed €2.4 million (TZS7.26billion) to support TradeMark Africa (TMA)’s programming initiatives aimed at strengthening trade and economic growth in Tanzania for the 2024/25 to 2025/26. The […]