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Rwanda Should Conduct Comprehensive Investigation into Torture in Its Prisons

By Human Rights Watch Published December 17, 2024 For decades, Rwandan authorities have subjected detainees in detention facilities to ill-treatment and torture, with no accountability but a landmark trial of 6 prison officials and 12 detainees for murder, torture and assault at Rubavu prison, concluded in April 2024, shows that…

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Hosted by the Government of Algeria under the theme 'Gateway to New Opportunities', IATF2025 aims to tap into opportunities from the single market of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) of more than 1.4 billion people and a GDP of more than US$3.5 trillion. The fair is held biennially by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) in collaboration with the African Union and the AfCFTA Secretariat.

Countdown to the 4th Intra-African Trade Fair in Algeria Begins

By Abdi Ali Published December 13, 2024 More than 35000 visitors from more than 140 countries across the world are expected to converge in the Algerian city of Algiers September 4 – 10, 2025 for Intra-African Trade Fair 2025 (IATF2025). During the week-long fair, more than 2000 exhibitors, including businesses…

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African countries have to invest up to 5.5 percent of their gross domestic product (GDP) in urban development if they are to avoid rapid growth of shanty towns by 2050 when its urban population is expected to triple.

Africa Needs More Investment for Urban Development

By African Development Bank Published December 6, 2024 African countries have to invest up to 5.5 percent of their gross domestic product (GDP) in urban development if they are to avoid rapid growth of shanty towns by 2050 when its urban population is expected to triple. This was the conclusion…

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The Ethiopia-Kenya electricity highway is much more than a simple infrastructure project; it embodies a vision of the future in which green energy becomes the driver of stronger regional cooperation and sustainable development. Thanks to this connection, East African countries can share their energy resources efficiently, while responding to the growing needs of their populations and industries.

Ethiopia-Kenya Electricity Highway Shapes Regional Connectivity

By African Development Bank Published November 1, 2024 The electricity highway between Ethiopia and Kenya, officially opened in 2023 after more than 10 years of planning and construction, is redefining energy connectivity in East Africa. It is more than a piece of infrastructure, it is an economic and environmental entity,…

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Jean Chrysostome Ngabitsinze, Rwanda's Minister for Trade and Industry says, "We are honoured to host the Trade Development Forum, symbolising our commitment to Rwanda's and Africa's economic development. We strive to realise the vision of a seamlessly integrated Africa under the leadership of our President, who has relentlessly championed the process, initiation and formation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Initiatives like the Rwanda Electronic Single Window and Kigali dry port, are a testament to trade solutions that can overcome geographical challenges and enhance our trade capabilities."

Rwanda to Host Landmark Trade Development Forum

By Khalifa Hemed Published August 18, 2024 A trade-development summit bringing together Heads of State, Government Officials, Development Partners, Multilateral Organisations and the Private Sector from 14 countries shall be held in the Rwandan capital, Kigali, December 2-3, 2024. The initiative of the Government of Rwanda and TradeMark Africa, the…

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Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) invites nominations for its 2024 AWIEF Awards. AWIEF Awards honour women who drive inclusive economic growth and development through their visionary leadership and innovative business practices.

African Women Entrepreneurship Awards Invite Nominations

By Irene Gaitirira Published June 9, 2024 Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) invites nominations for its 2024 AWIEF Awards. AWIEF Awards honour women who drive inclusive economic growth and development through their visionary leadership and innovative business practices. Nominees for the AWIEF Awards should be emerging and established…

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