India’s state-owned refining giant, Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), has quietly made a strategic adjustment in its global procurement, favouring West African and Middle Eastern crude over U.S. barrels. The move,.
Over the 12 months to June 2025, imports of solar photovoltaic (PV) panels into Africa reached record levels, driven overwhelmingly by Chinese exports. The scale is striking: total panel imports.
South Africa, Africa’s most industrialised economy, is entering a decisive phase in its global trade posture. The imposition of 30% tariffs on South African exports by the United States in.
In July 2025, Donald Trump’s administration imposed sweeping tariffs on African exports, raising taxes by 10% across the board and up to 50% for selected nations. While South Africa, Nigeria,.
Africa has rapidly emerged as one of the most important destinations for Chinese exports, a shift accelerated by the trade policies of the United States under Donald Trump. With tariffs.
Russia has officially recognized Egypt as its largest trade and economic partner in Africa, cementing a partnership that is expected to exceed $9 billion in trade in 2025. This announcement.
Africa has moved from guest to member in some of the world’s most consequential forums. The African Union’s admission as a permanent member of the G20 in New Delhi in.
Togo’s Port of Lomé is fast becoming a critical maritime node for West Africa and international players eyeing strategic entry points into Africa. With its modern infrastructure, deep-water capacity, and.
Special Economic Zones (SEZs) are often promoted as economic game changers, particularly in regions struggling to diversify exports, create jobs, and boost investments. SEZs are tax-free enclaves where businesses thrive,.
As the world continues to expand its global trade networks, Africa is increasingly positioning itself as a vital hub in international commerce. A groundbreaking development in this trajectory is the.
