Trade is an essential driver of economic growth and development. However, the high cost of trade has remained a significant barrier to the success of cross-border trade in many regions across the world. One-stop border posts (OSBPs) have been introduced in various regions, including East Africa,...

Trade is essential for economic growth and development in East Africa. However, trade has been hampered by various challenges, including long wait times for customs clearance and duplication of procedures. To address these challenges, the use of One-Stop Border Posts (OSBPs) has been implemented...

This report highlights the opportunities and challenges facing UK firms when investing or conducting business in Africa, with a particular emphasis on the non-extractive sector. It highlights the mutual benefits for Africa, in terms of economic transformation and growth, and for the UK, in...

At continent level, the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) negotiations are scheduled to include a protocol on e-commerce under Phase III, presenting a unique opportunity for African countries to collectively establish common positions on e-commerce, harmonise digital economy...

This report analyses the impacts that changes in trade structures, economic growth and technology have had on the greenhouse gas emissions (GhG) generated in the continent. It sets out climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies in the context of Africa's economic transformation and...

This research aims to identify the main actors and factors necessary to develop the textile and garment sector in the United Republic of Tanzania. It draws on the varying experiences of six countries - Bangladesh, Cambodia, Ethiopia, India, Lesotho and Madagascar - to pinpoint what is required...

Forests (natural and planted) are a vital resource in East Africa, providing food, fuel and timber for local communities, maintaining the soil and water balance, and absorbing carbon dioxide. Due to increased population pressure and rapidly growing demand for charcoal, East African forests have...