Can African Startups Capitalize on China’s Tariff Removal?
China’s 2025 decision to eliminate tariffs on imports from 53 African countries has been hailed as a breakthrough for South–South trade. While the…
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China’s 2025 decision to eliminate tariffs on imports from 53 African countries has been hailed as a breakthrough for South–South trade. While the…
For years, Africa’s startup narrative has focused on the Anglophone giants: Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa. But today, a wave of innovation is…
In early June 2025, multiple reputable media outlets including Techpoint Africa, Tech in Asia, and Africa News Agency reported a major milestone: African…
He could have stayed in Paris. He had the diplomas, the training, the language, and the connections. A Cameroonian economist with international credentials,…
From the busy streets of Dakar to the markets of Ouagadougou and the farms of northern Togo, something exciting is happening across the…
She could have stopped at the farm. Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu was born and raised in Zenebework, a modest neighborhood in Addis Ababa. Like…
For many entrepreneurs and business owners across Africa, accessing capital is more than just a challenge—it’s a financial tightrope. Whether it’s a bank…
Starting a business in Africa takes grit. Founders often wear many hats—sales, product, fundraising, even delivery. In the early days, hustle is everything.…
Leadership in emerging markets looks different. It’s not just about driving profit—it’s about solving real, complex challenges in environments where infrastructure may be…
Across Africa, over 80% of economic activity happens in the informal sector—a sprawling, adaptive, and often underestimated engine of resilience. From open-air traders…