While Africa is blessed with an abundance of mineral resources and raw materials, the continent contributes less than 1% to global manufacturing figures. 26 Sep 2007
The International Trade Centre is taking a strong stand against a proposed ban on airfreighting organic fruits and vegetables from developing countries to Britain. The United Kingdom's Department for International Development (DfID), jointly with ITC, has organised a seminar in London today, 17 September 2007, to debate the controversial issue. 17 Sep 2007
Struggling to boost its foreign currency reserves, a cash-strapped Zimbabwe government this week began charging duty in forex for imported footwear and clothing items, including underwear, we can reveal. A Zimbabwean opposition MP described the latest move as “absolutely barmy.” 13 Sep 2007
South African wine exports are back on track, after a temporary hiccup in 2006 when sales dipped around 5% after 12 straight years of growth. So says Su Birch, CEO of Wines of South Africa (WOSA). 10 Sep 2007
South Africa and Italy are to fortify bilateral ties as Deputy President Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, supported by Deputy Foreign Minister Aziz Pahad undertakes a working visit to the European nation. 5 Sep 2007
Economic ties and various trade agreements have been signed to strengthen relations between the Limpopo Province and the four northern regions of Namibia. 4 Sep 2007
TradersCity.com, a fee-free import and export marketplace has released free trade alerts software that brings the latest trade offers to importers and exporters desktops. 28 Aug 2007
The development of a trade port at La Mercy, north of Durban, including the King Shaka International Airport has been approved by the Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism. 27 Aug 2007
Zimbabwe's freight industry is operating at under 30% of its capacity - an unsustainable rate that could see the industry collapse. Observers say the main reason is for the low operational level is the currently crippling rate of exchange for the local currency. 16 Aug 2007
Ghana and the rest of Africa can make significant progress in developing high-tech export products' industry to boost trade if attention is given to the development of scientific and industrial research base. 13 Aug 2007
With Zimbabwe's economy in meltdown, drastic and fundamental changes are crucial if there is to be a return of international investment and a recovery in that country. 10 Aug 2007
The South African government has confirmed that until further notice, no veterinary import permits will be issued for cloven-hoofed animals and products derived there-of originating from the United Kingdom. 7 Aug 2007
US-born wine specialist, Debra Meiburg, a Master of Wine, international wine judge and consultant to producers trading in Asian markets, addressed a group of local wine producers at a WOSA-hosted seminar in Stellenbosch late last week about how to approach markets across the pan-Asian region. 1 Jan 1900
US-born wine specialist, Debra Meiburg, a Master of Wine, international wine judge and consultant to producers trading in Asian markets, addressed a group of local wine producers at a WOSA-hosted seminar in Stellenbosch late last week about how to approach markets across the pan-Asian region. 1 Jan 1900
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