Mnangagwa champions gastronomy tourism as AfCFTA pillar

Mnangagwa emphasised that this trend presents a golden opportunity for Africa to diversify its tourism offering beyond wildlife and landscapes.
By Mthandazo Nyoni Sep. 7, 2025

AfCFTA to shield Africa from global trade shocks: Wamkele

AfCFTA, the world's largest trading bloc, is seen as Africa's Marshal Plan with a potential to lift 50 million out of poverty by 2025, according to a World Bank report.
By Business Reporter Sep. 5, 2025

Too many fly via Europe': Africa trade bloc pushes for better air links

THE African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat has identified inadequate air connectivity as a major barrier to trade
By Mthandazo Nyoni Sep. 4, 2025

Afreximbank’s AAM2025 set to unlock billions in trade, investment deals

Running under the theme “Building the Future on Decades of Resilience”, AAM2025 will focus on accelerating trade opportunities, driving investment and fostering innovation.
By Mthandazo Nyoni Jun. 20, 2025

Africa must not waste this crisis

The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) moves at a glacial pace while global supply chains reshape around us.
By Trevor Ncube Jun. 12, 2025

CZI bets on tech, innovation for industrial development

As Zimbabwe prepares to leverage the African Continental Free Trade Area, technology and innovation are increasingly being seen as enablers in achieving intra-African trade at scale.
By Blessed Ndlovu Jun. 3, 2025

Towards African Renaissance: Reimagining development through indigenous solutions

Climate change poses an existential threat to Africa's development, particularly affecting agricultural productivity and water resources.
By Lawrence Makamanzi Apr. 8, 2025

Banks shy away from African payment platforms

PAPSS offers a cost-effective solution for businesses to conduct transactions in local African currencies, promoting economic integration and cooperation across the continent.
By Mthandazo Nyoni Mar. 21, 2025

Zim to host AfCFTA Association of African Commodity Exchanges conference

ZMX noted that the decision to select Zimbabwe for the conference underscored the country’s growing influence in the continental commodities market.
By Lee Musaidzi Feb. 6, 2025