Tag: industrial development
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Int’l Trade Fair to Boost Ethiopia’s Exports in Addis Ababa Next Week
Overview: A pivotal event for Ethiopia’s export-driven growth From February 4 to February 8, 2026, Addis Ababa will host a major international trade fair at Meskel Square, aimed at promoting Ethiopian products and creating market linkages with regional and global buyers. The event, organized by the Ethiopian Chamber of Commerce and Sectoral Associations (ECCSA) in…
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Dangote Refinery Sign $350M EIL Contract for 1.4M bpd Upgrade
Overview: A New Phase for Nigeria’s Largest Refinery The Dangote Refinery, Africa’s largest private sector project, has secured a pivotal contract worth over $350 million. India’s state-owned Engineers India Limited (EIL) will provide Project Management services for the refinery’s ambitious upgrade to a capacity of 1.4 million barrels per day (bpd). The agreement underscores the…
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Kenyan Manufacturers Struggle as Taxes, Power Costs Erode Profits, Study Finds
Overview: A Cost Crunch for Kenyan Manufacturers Kenyan manufacturers are under increasing pressure as a combination of high taxes, expensive inputs, and unreliable power supply continue to compress profit margins. A new study by the Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (Kippra) highlights that cost pressures are not only eroding competitiveness but also…