Food crisis in Africa ‘can be averted,’ AfDB chief economist says
Despite the steady drumbeat of headlines on the growing global food crisis, the African Development Bank’s acting chief economist says...
EABC roots for improved transport logistics to increase efficiency
The East African Community (EAC) needs to integrate infrastructure development through embracing the technology of automation to increase the efficiency...
Tanzania joins Kenya, Uganda tax squeeze on gamblers’ winnings
Tanzania has this month introduced a gaming tax on the amount or value of winnings through casinos and sports betting,...
Equity Bank, EAC sign deal to fast track economic recovery
Regional lender Equity on Thursday signed a memorandum of understanding with the East African Community (EAC) to help fast-track its...
AfCFTA, Equity Group ink $6 billion deal to deepen economic integration of the African continent
The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat and Equity Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deepen...
African airlines’ cargo volumes decrease by 1.5%, IATA says
A new report by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) said African airlines' cargo volumes decreased by 1.5% in May...
Stanbic Bank moves to support education sector development
Stanbic Bank Tanzania has pledged to continue supporting Government efforts education sector development as part of its commitment to create...
Qatar Airways, Etihad, Emirates among world’s 20 best airlines for 2022
Qatar Airways bagged the top spot for the second year in a row, with Etihad Airways and Emirates landing the...
Sanjay Rughani appointed new CEO of Standard Chartered Bank Uganda
Standard Chartered Uganda has appointed Sanjay Rughani as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Prior to the appointment, Sanjay was the...
EAC GDP jumps to $250 Billion after DRC joins bloc
The Democratic Republic of Congo on Monday completed the last and most important step of joining the East African Community...