AfCFTA gives glimpse of new African destiny
An increasingly insular post-Covid world economy has created the opportunity for Africa to lead the global trade agenda. Economies on the continent must seize it with both hands, writes director of...
View ArticleWill Ramaphosa’s ‘four arrows’ bring salvation?
The IMF has called for South Africa to rein in fiscal deficits and reform its SOEs, but Pretoria's focus is on four interventions to stimulate growth. Will the strategy work? The post Will Ramaphosa’s...
View ArticleAs FOCAC turns 20 what can Africa learn from China?
In the 20 years since the first Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, the fortunes of China and Africa have diverged considerably. Gyude Moore highlights three crucial lessons Africa must learn from...
View ArticleErdogan’s ambition drives Turkey’s Africa surge
Turkish engagement in Africa is expanding rapidly, extending beyond economic outreach to encompass business, aid, diplomacy, culture and military support. The post Erdogan’s ambition drives Turkey’s...
View ArticleAngola eyes reform despite Covid shock
Angola’s struggling economy was hit hard by the fall in crude oil prices brought about by Covid-19, but the authorities have responded robustly and the country’s reform programme is still moving...
View ArticleAfrica’s recovery relies on manufactured exports – former SA trade minister
The pandemic's disruption of global supply chains and the race for a vaccine, has added new urgency to the need for African economies to become more productive, South Africa's former trade and industry...
View ArticlePatrice Motsepe – The man who would save African football?
Mike Moon profiles the new president of CAF and asks whether the mining magnate can revive the continent's ambition of becoming a football powerhouse. The post Patrice Motsepe – The man who would save...
View ArticleRenewable energies in Brazil and Africa: Anticipating and mitigating the next...
Renewable energies provide unique opportunities for cooperation between Brazil and Africa, says Brazil Africa Institute president João Bosco Monte. The post Renewable energies in Brazil and Africa:...
View ArticleMixed spirits in African alcohol sector as restrictions continue
Covid-19 has impacted on sales, but many big industry players remain confident of prospects in what should remain the world’s fastest growing market. The post Mixed spirits in African alcohol sector as...
View ArticleNigeria invests billions in new infrastructure drive
Lack of infrastructure has been one of the biggest drags on Nigeria’s development. Can the government’s latest spending plans make a difference? The post Nigeria invests billions in new infrastructure...
View ArticleDiplomatic progress brings hope of economic dividends for Somaliland
Somaliland’s stronger ties with the UAE and Kenya may not only boost trade and investment but also advance prospects of international recognition. The post Diplomatic progress brings hope of economic...
View ArticleAfrica needs to take bold, transformative action on climate change
Africa's approach to climate change is based on a notion of the continent stuck in the past. It's time to replace it with a forward-looking vision. The post Africa needs to take bold, transformative...
View ArticleOkonjo-Iweala’s trade vision clashes with Buhari’s protectionism
Does WTO director-general Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala stand any chance of persuading Nigeria's President Buhari to temper his protectionist trade policies? The post Okonjo-Iweala’s trade vision clashes with...
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