Tag: cross-border trade
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Sudan Conflict Reverberates Across South Sudan’s Economy, Fueling Insecurity, Says UN
UN Officials Warn of Spillover Effects on South Sudan A senior United Nations official on Wednesday warned that the ongoing conflict in Sudan is destabilizing South Sudan and worsening economic and humanitarian conditions along their shared border. The statement underscores how regional dynamics tied to Sudan’s turmoil are compounding risk factors for a country already…
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Regional Instability Threatens East Africa’s Cross-Border Trade Revival
Regional Instability Threatens Cross-Border Trade in East Africa Regional stability has emerged as a linchpin for unlocking the full potential of intra-African trade, especially within the East African Community (EAC). At the 3rd Industrialisation Conference, policymakers, business leaders, and development partners converged to discuss how peace and cohesion across the region can turbocharge cross-border commerce.…
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Sudan Conflict Disrupts South Sudan’s Economy and Security, Says UN
Unrest at the Border: How Sudan’s Crisis Ripples Into South Sudan The war in Sudan is not confined to its own borders. According to a senior United Nations official, the conflict is destabilising South Sudan and exacerbating economic and humanitarian challenges along the shared border. As fighting disrupts trade routes, supply chains, and livelihoods, South…
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Regional Stability: The Key to Unlocking East Africa’s Cross-Border Trade
Introduction: Why Regional Stability Matters for Trade Regional stability has emerged as a critical catalyst for intra-East African trade. At the heart of the 3rd Industrialisation Conference, policymakers, business leaders, and regional economists stressed that peace and cohesion across the East African Community are not optional, but essential for unlocking cross-border commerce. As supply chains…
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Survey Finds DPI Could Unlock Africa’s Next Generation of Entrepreneurs
Overview: A Data-Driven Path to Entrepreneurial Growth A landmark survey from the Digital Productivity Initiative (DPI) highlights the potential for a more inclusive and vibrant entrepreneurial landscape across Africa. Examining six diverse markets, the study reveals that secure digital payment rails and robust identity systems could dramatically lower the barriers to starting and scaling small…
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How the U.S. Supreme Court’s Tariff Decision Could Impact Canada
What’s at stake for the United States and Canada The U.S. Supreme Court is poised to weigh in on a high-stakes challenge to the Biden and prior administrations’ tariff policies, including methods used to justify duties and the scope of executive power. While the court’s ruling will define the legality of specific tariff actions or…
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How the U.S. Supreme Court’s Tariff Decision Could Impact Canada
Overview: Why a Supreme Court tariff decision matters for Canada The U.S. Supreme Court’s upcoming decision on presidential tariff powers could reshape the way tariffs are used in cross-border trade. While the legal outcome centers on U.S. law, the practical effects will ripple through Canada’s economy. Canadian manufacturers, exporters, and consumers could face changes in…
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How the U.S. Supreme Court Tariff Decision Could Impact Canada
Introduction: A pivotal moment with ripple effects As the U.S. Supreme Court prepares to hear arguments over the legality and scope of the United States’ tariff policies, Canada watches closely. Regardless of how the court rules, Canadian exporters, manufacturers, and policymakers should anticipate continued uncertainty and adjustments in bilateral trade. Tariffs are not just numbers…
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Nigeria Exits FATF Grey List: What It Means for Investors and the Economy
Nigeria’s FATF Milestone: From Grey List to Global Confidence Nigeria’s recent delisting from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list marks a significant shift in how the country is perceived by international investors and financial institutions. After years of scrutiny over anti-money laundering and countering financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) frameworks, the movement away from…
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Canada’s Exports Fall as U.S. Tariffs Hit Trade
Canada’s Exports Decline Under Tariff Pressure Canada’s export sector faced a substantial setback in the second quarter of 2025 as U.S. tariffs on key Canadian goods weighed on trade activity. Statistics Canada data show a 7.5% drop in exports in Q2, marking the sharpest quarterly decline since 2009, outside the COVID-19 period. The pullback followed…