Why Africa Must Invest in its Digital Trade Infrastructure
By Duncan Onyango East Africa’s smallholder farmers are at the heart of the coffee industry, producing 82% of Africa’s coffee and 10% of the world’s supply—yet they earn less than 5% of its final retail value. A significant part of this is their limited ability to access digital solutions, which connects them to digital value […]
Construction of Nakonde one stop border facilities kicks-off, tipped to slash cargo clearance times
By Joshua Masinde Zambia Government and partners break ground on the $10.5 million Nakonde border upgrade Nakonde, Zambia, 21 October 2024 – Trade Catalyst Africa (TCA) has hailed the start of the improvement of infrastructure works at the Nakonde One Stop Border Post (OSBP), an important step that will improve customs efficiency and significantly cut […]
Trade Catalyst Africa appoints Antoinette Tesha as Investment Director
Antoinette Tesha joins TCA with substantial experience in investments for export growth in both financial and development services sector. In her new role Antoinette will help lead TCA’s strategic partnerships with governments and the private sector. Nairobi, 3 July 2024: Trade Catalyst Africa (TCA), has appointed Ms Antoinette Tesha as its Investment Director. With a […]
Kenya Breaks Ground for World’s First Green Garment Factory Made from Recycled Containers
May 20, 2024, Athi River, Kenya – The world’s first green industrial garment factory has broken ground in Athi River EPZ, with a $530,000 investment from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and a $1.3 million loan from Trade Catalyst Africa (TCA). This new warehouse spans 5,000 sqm and is poised to be […]
Tog Wajaale Border Infrastructure Upgrade Catalyst for Berbera-Addis Transit Corridor Trade
Amid concerns over Ethiopia’s geopolitical situation and its quest for sea access, significant progress in the development of the Berbera-Addis Transit Corridor presents a promising avenue towards fostering regional stability and economic growth. Central to these efforts is the collaboration spearheaded by Trade Catalyst Africa (TCA) and TradeMark Africa (TMA) focusing on transforming the Tog Wajaale border, a key […]