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Small manufacturers across Africa are grappling with a series of critical challenges that hinder their growth and sustainability. These challenges, which span financial, infrastructural, regulatory, and competitive domains, are crucial to address to support the continent’s burgeoning manufacturing sector. Key Challenges Identified: Addressing these challenges is vital for the growth of small manufacturers in Africa, […]
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By Mukami Njue While still in its developing stage, the African financial market is significantly contributing to the continent’s capacity to finance its key initiatives such as small enterprises, housing, automotive, infrastructure, creative and agriculture sectors. This market, made up of over 30 securities exchanges and a total market value of over $1.5 trillion, could […]
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The construction industry in Nigeria is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 2.4% between 2024 and 2028 (Source: ABIQ), thanks to the government’s focused infrastructure development strategies and support. Prioritizing economic development, public and private investment in the housing sector, and strengthening external demand, Nigeria’s government is reshaping the industry and the future of […]
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The current global financial architecture faces significant challenges in addressing the financial needs for climate action, sustainable development, and debt management. The calls for reform are growing louder, seeking to create a more equitable, inclusive, and sustainable financial system. Increasing the representation of developing countries, particularly African nations, in global economic decision-making processes is crucial for […]
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By Kadijah Amoah, Chief Executive Officer of Pecan Energies Ghana Limited Africa’s abundant natural resources, particularly in the oil and gas sector, offer immense potential for economic development. To harness these resources for the benefit of local economies, governments must implement effective local content policies (LCPs), writes Khadijah Amoah, Chief Executive Officer of Pecan Energies […]
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Cloud technology could be a major enabler of economic development on the African continent – but some stubborn barriers need to be cleared first, says Andrew Cruise, Managing Director of vendor neutral cloud infrastructure provider, Routed. The African continent represents 60 percent of the world’s arable lands and 30 percent of the earth’s mineral reserves – […]
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The government of Mozambique has taken many approaches to end conflict and encourage economic development in the past fifty years. Colonial independence, nationalization, villagization, and Marxism were all tried, with accompanying political upheavals, civil war, and massacres. Peace and economic stability was finally reached in the 1990’s, under the newly elected democratic government. Former Mozambique President […]
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More than 2 billion people in the world are suffering from malnutrition. This is the result of diets lacking essential micronutrients such as vitamins, iron and zinc, which are vital for the body to function, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). The nutritional situation is worrying in Africa, says Busi Maziya-Dixon, a Senior […]
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