How PAPSS is Igniting Africa’s Free Market Boom!
Africa’s free market economic potential is often discussed as a future activity. However, the continent has been experiencing what many would call a ‘silent revolution’ in recent years. Since the signing of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement in 2021, the foundations for a unified African economy have been continuously laid. The Pan-African Payments and […]
Nigeria’s AfCFTA Tariff Submission: A Milestone for African Regional Integration
In a significant development for African regional integration, Nigeria recently gazetted and transmitted its ECOWAS schedule of tariff offers for goods traded in Africa to the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat. A gazette is an official statement announcing trade commitments that guide businesses, organisations, and citizens. This move represents a pivotal moment in […]
The Evolution of Industry: From 1.0 to 4.0 and beyond
Since the late 1700s, the global manufacturing industry has undergone dramatic evolution. This evolution of industry is nothing short of astounding, from the era of hand tools to today’s interconnected machines that “talk” to each other. Let’s break this journey down and uncover the global evolution of industries. READ ALSO: Top 5 Manufacturing Trends to […]
5 Lessons from le miracle Ivoirien de 1960 à 1980
Insights from the Ivorian economic miracle of 1960-1980 When Côte d’Ivoire gained independence in 1960, the new government made a strategic choice that differed from many newly independent African states. It was dubbed le miracle Ivoirien, meaning the Ivorien miracle. Rather than pursuing rapid industrialisation or centralised economic planning, the earliest founders doubled down on […]
Unveiling ‘Flux by Matta’: The Ultimate Logistics Management Tool
Manufacturing isn’t easy, especially when your primary market is Africa, the world’s fastest-growing continent. At Matta, we’re simplifying African commerce one solution at a time. Matta’s logistics management tool, Flux by Matta, is designed to enhance logistics management for Africa’s ambitious businesses. The Hidden Growth Barrier For too long, African businesses have operated with a […]
How Nigeria is Shaping Africa’s Digital Trade Landscape
Africa is ripe for a globally competitive African digital economy. However, for this to happen, the necessary frameworks must be created to facilitate digital trade. Adopting the AfCFTA digital protocol in February 2024 was the first step in the right direction. Recently, the African Union endorsed Nigeria as the digital trade champion under the Africa […]
The future of African Trade: Why going digital is key
With technological advancements in recent decades, digital trade has emerged as a dynamic force in the global economy. These advancements have significantly streamlined international trade, ushering in the emergence of online platforms for trade, opening up opportunities for businesses and customers alike. While Africa faces unique challenges in accessing global markets, digital technologies offer unprecedented […]