Africa’s pastoralists key for environmental balance
By Daouda Ngom – Across Africa, pastoralists and livestock keepers sustain herding systems which are closely bound up…
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Fertile ground for Ethiopian e-commerce
BY Eyerusalem Hadgu – Digital payments are revolutionizing business opportunities, especially in regions lacking the traditional infrastructure needed…
Thirty years of WTO accessions
By Xiangchen Zhang – Since its establishment on 1 January 1995 to oversee the multilateral trade agreements negotiated…
Symbiotic relationship transforming African banking
By Aymen Daoud – Within the last decade, traditional banks have been increasingly forced out of their comfort…
The Impact of global tension on gold price
By Rania Gule – Gold (XAU/USD) has seen a significant decline at the start of trading today, Monday,…
Africa’s blueprint for inclusive trade
By Laura Naliaka – The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) protocol on women and youth in trade…
Innovative financing, debt reform for Africa’s sustainable development
By Jason R. Braganza – The 11th session of the African Regional Forum on Sustainable Development being held…
New York, San Francisco remain world wealthiest cities
The United States continues to dominate, with 11 cities on the Top 50 Cities for Millionaires list in…
Steps to Make Your Home Market-Ready
The process of selling a home is akin to setting a stage where every detail counts in impressing…
Agricultural value chains for a crisis-driven world
By Pamela Coke-Hamilton – Seven years after the signing of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and…
The Benefits of Using API Fax Services for Businesses
In an era where digital transformation is pivotal, businesses seek efficient communication solutions that blend traditional practices with…
Potentials, risks of Africa in global liquefied natural gas markets
By NJ Ayuk – The global energy marketplace is shifting toward the acceptance of natural gas as a…
Shipping, the silent artery of global trade
By Soji Thomas – “Nobody understands…”, this may not be a new statement for many of us, either…
Two summits in Djibouti, but no talk of Djibouti’s own struggles
By Faustine Ngila – The Horn of Africa is facing an unprecedented confluence of crises, marked by civil…
Trump Comeback and Marco Rubio’s Role, Implications for Ethiopia
BY YANET YANTAYE WOGAYEHU – On January 20, 2025, Donald J. Trump was sworn in as the 47th…
Why Financial Protection Should Be Your First Step Toward Long-Term Wealth
Building long-term wealth begins with financial safety rather than investments or a big wage. You may protect yourself…
What should John Mahama as new President of Ghana prioritize?
OP-ED: On December 7, 2024, general elections were held in the Republic of Ghana. The Western African nation…
Small Businesses, Big Bills: Why Energy Audits Should Be Your Next Investment Move
Small businesses often struggle to manage rising operational expenses, especially when energy bills take a significant chunk of…
Solutions for streamlined business operations
In today’s fast-paced world, businesses must leverage cutting-edge technology to stay ahead of the competition. Streamlining operations can…
Benefits of Implementing Strategic Proposal Management Process
As businesses vie for competitive contracts, the ability to craft persuasive proposals can mark the difference between success…
COP29 must remedy the injustice of climate finance in Africa
Africa, which accounts for less than 4% of global greenhouse gas emissions, bears a disproportionate burden of climate…
Revolutionizing African banking regulation: The India example
By Heidi Custers – As banking innovation continues to expand across Africa, the role of effective regulation has…
Lessons to Africa from China
By Jane Muthumbi – I have grown up thinking the most about poverty, which afflicts much of the…
Helpful Tools for Your Insurance Business
The insurance sector stands as a critical pillar of the economy, providing stability and ease of mind to…
Effectiveness of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in Treating Addiction
CBT is becoming a cornerstone in the battle against addiction, offering a structured approach to identifying and altering…
U.S. election potential impact on Ethiopia
BY YANET FANTAYE WOGAYEHU – The U.S. presidential election, scheduled for November 5, 2024, will be a pivotal…
How Africa could become top lithium supplier
As global demand for battery metals continues to grow, the upcoming Critical Minerals Africa summit is set to…
Two beneficiaries, losers from Ethiopia forex liberalization
By Andualem Sisay Gessesse – Following the recent liberalization of Ethiopia’s forex market for the first time, debates…
Nairobi Declaration redefines Africa’s resolve for agricultural transformation
By Josefa Leonel Correia Sacko – From 7-9 May this year, more than 4,000 key stakeholders including 10…
How services trade, green transition benefit everyone
By Xiangchen Zhang – African nations and the world’s least-developed countries (LDCs) have much to gain from the…