In April 2022, the Centre for International Private Enterprise (CIPE) conducted a study on the potential impact of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) on Medium, Small, and Micro-Scale Enterprises (MSMEs) in Kenya. The study aimed to assess the awareness, benefits, threats, and readiness of Kenyan MSMEs regarding AfCFTA. It also evaluated the impact…
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Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are vital in any growing economy because they contribute significantly to job creation and poverty reduction especially within the African economy. However, one of the key challenges faced by MSMEs is limited access to finance. This article explores strategies to support MSMEs in Africa in accessing the needed finance…
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Mental health is an important component of our overall well-being, and it affects every single aspect of our lives, from our personal relationships to our productivity at work. Unfortunately, mental health issues are prevalent, and they can be challenging to manage. We spend so much of our lives at work and the work environments we…
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Financial inclusion aims to provide access to financial services and products to everyone, regardless of their economic status or geographic location. This means that everyone, regardless of their income or where they live, should have access to basic financial services such as savings, credit, insurance, and payments. Financial inclusion is one of the main key…
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The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Business Forum is currently taking place in Cape Town, South Africa, from the 17th to the 19th of April 2023. This forum is aimed at fostering greater collaboration between businesses in Africa and promoting trade across the continent. The AfCFTA Business Forum is an initiative of the African…
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The AfCFTA Protocol on Investment is a critical agreement among member states of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) that seeks to establish a framework for cooperation in matters related to investment. The protocol includes several key elements that will have both pros and cons to member states. Pros: Cons: In conclusion, the AfCFTA…
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The AfCFTA Protocol on Intellectual Property Rights is an important agreement among member states of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) that aims to establish a framework for cooperation in matters related to intellectual property rights. The protocol includes several key elements that will have both pros and cons to member states. Pros: Cons:…
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The Protocol on Competition Policy is an important agreement among the member states of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) that seeks to establish a framework for cooperation in matters related to competition policy. The protocol includes several key elements that will have both pros and cons to member states; Pros: Cons: In conclusion,…
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The TradeSmart Consult team was part of the official launch of the 2020 Logistics Performance Survey (LPS). In 2021, the Shippers Council of Eastern Africa (SCEA) partnered with Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA) and commissioned TradeSmart Consult to undertake the 2020 Logistic Performance Survey. The objectives of the survey were as follows: Establish key performance…
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