Tag Archives: Economy of the African Union

02Feb/25

Maimbo’s AfDB Candidacy Announcement

Jan. 31, 2025 /Mpelembe media/ — Samuel Maimbo, endorsed by SADC and COMESA, has launched his candidacy for President of the African Development Bank (AfDB). His platform prioritises rapid economic growth for Africa, focusing on key areas such as trade, financial resources, agricultural transformation, and infrastructure development. Continue reading

12Oct/23

Africa’s total exports expected to hit close to USD1 trillion by 2035, Standard Chartered report reveals

Standard Chartered has today published its Future of Trade: Africa report, highlighting the outlook for African trade and providing a view of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) as a key proponent of optimising intra-African trade. Continue reading