Tag: Africa

Onion Production and Processing in Africa: Unlocking Potential for Intra-African Trade in the Year of AfCFTA Implementation

Introduction In recent years, the African continent has witnessed significant growth in onion production and processing, positioning itself as a major player in the global market. Revenue in the onions market amounts…

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Financing Africa’s Trade Potential: Exploring the AfCFTA Adjustment Fund

Introduction The African Continental Free Trade Area (#AfCFTA) marks a significant milestone in Africa’s economic integration journey. With the aim of boosting intra-African trade and fostering economic growth, the AfCFTA paves the…

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Avocado Gold: Africa’s Untapped Export Potential

Production Powerhouse Avocados have been dubbed “green gold” for good reasons. The creamy fruit is a rising superfood, in high demand around the world. Africa is one of the largest producers of…

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The AfCFTA Guided Trade Initiative: Paving the Way for Intra-African Trade and Economic Integration

Overview The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) marks a major breakthrough in the pursuit of economic integration across Africa. With a target of consolidating a market of approximately 1.4 billion people…

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Cashew production, processing, export and market trends in Africa

Cashew Market Trends in Africa Cashew nuts are an important export crop for many African countries. The favourable climate and soil conditions across the continent have made Africa a major producer and…

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How regional cumulation works in practice under AfCFTA

What is regional cumulation under AfCFTA? The concept of “cumulation” is an important provision supporting the emergence of regional value chains. Under the AfCFTA, cumulation provisions allow AfCFTA State Parties to share…

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Golden Nectar: Uncovering Ghana’s Blossoming Honey Industry

The Honey Industry in Ghana Ghana has a long history of beekeeping, dating back to the 16th century. The country is home to a wide variety of bees, including stingless bees, honey…

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The Role of Agribusiness in Bridging Africa’s Development Gap

Introduction Africa is a continent with enormous agricultural potential, yet it has a significant development gap that affects the livelihoods of millions of people. Bridging this gap requires concerted efforts by various…

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Apply to the Land Accelerator Africa

What is the Land Accelerator Africa? The World Resources Institute’s (WRI) Land Accelerator Africa is the first global training and mentorship programme designed exclusively for companies working to restore degraded forests, cropland,…

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Entrepreneurship is among the surest path to building wealth in Africa

The African continent has immense potential for economic growth, but it has historically been held back by inequality, and a lack of access to resources. However, in recent years, there has been…

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