Category: HighLights

IZI Rwanda Introduces Groundbreaking E-Mobility Solution with Delivery of Electric Buses to Kigali

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Kigali, Rwanda — IZI Rwanda, a pioneer in e-mobility, announces the delivery of five electric buses to Kigali. These buses, which will be trialled in the fleets of Kigali Bus Services (KBS) and other local operators, initiate a pilot project aimed at the electrification of public transport in Kigali for a fraction of previous cost estimates. Kigali’s population has grown 50% since 2013, while the number of operational buses has decreased significantly. This decline is largely attributed to rising diesel costs and capped ticket prices, which in many cases drive…

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AGL Rwanda lays the foundation stone for the extension of its logistics warehouse in Kigali

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On April 15, 2024, AGL Rwanda, one of the country’s leading logistics operators, officially launched the extension of its state-of-the-art logistics warehouse located within the Kigali Special Economic Zone (KSEZ). During an official visit by Diego Aponte, CEO of MSC and shareholder of AGL, accompanied by Philippe Labonne, CEO of AGL, and Nicolas Sartini, Member of the Supervisory Board of AGL, a ceremony was held to lay the foundation stone of the new warehouse, symbolizing the beginning of this ambitious project. Indeed, in March 2024, AGL Rwanda began a strategic…

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Goodwell Invests in OmniRetail, Boosting West African Informal Retailers

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Goodwell Investments, a firm specializing in impact investments for emerging markets, has announced a strategic investment in OmniRetail. This B2B e-commerce platform tackles the challenges faced by West Africa’s vast informal retail sector through digital solutions. The investment, made through Goodwell’s uMunthu II fund in collaboration with long-term partner Alitheia Capital, kickstarts OmniRetail’s Series A fundraising round. Goodwell takes pride in being the first investor, highlighting its commitment to supporting businesses that promote financial inclusion in underserved communities. Fueling Growth Across West Africa This investment fuels OmniRetail’s expansion plans across…

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Trade : Algeria signs Hosting Agreement for Intra-African Trade Fair 2025

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L'Algérie signe l'accord d'accueil de la Foire commerciale intra-africaine 2025

The IATF is now a foremost event in the African calendar of economic, social, trade and even policy events The Host Agreement Signing Ceremony for the Intra-African Trade Fair 2025 (IATF2025) took place in Algiers on 15 April 2024. The Ceremony, which was hosted by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com), in collaboration with the African Union and the AfCFTA Secretariat, and the Government of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria, paves the way for the fourth edition of the Intra-African Trade Fair to take place from 4 – 10…

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DRC: 10 new Mercedes-Benz buses “made in DRC” to expand Transco’s fleet

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On Thursday, April 11, 2024, the Minister of Transport, Roads, and Decongestion of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Marc Ekila, presided over a ceremony to hand over ten (10) 49-seat buses, Mercedes-Benz “made in DRC”, to the General Director of the Congo Transport Company (Transco). “This second delivery will be added to the 21 vehicles already received on November 17, 2023, from the company “Supreme Automobile” which has a contract with the Congolese government for 230 buses for its public transport company,” said a press release from Transco. During…

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WTO: Tunisia’s Trade Policy and Practices to Undergo Fourth Review Soon

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Organisation mondiale du commerce : Bientôt le 4e examen de la politique et des pratiques commerciales de la Tunisie

The Trade Policy Review (TPR) report serves as a crucial benchmark on the international stage, reflecting Tunisia’s level of economic openness and fostering trust among the country’s trading partners and financiers. The launch of the fourth Trade Policy Review of Tunisia by the World Trade Organization (WTO) is imminent, with the date to be determined in consultation with the government. These anticipations were announced on April 5 following the third meeting of the National Commission for Relations with the WTO, according to a statement from the Ministry of Trade and…

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IMPACT OF DIGITAL DISRUPTION ON PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY CHAIN

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Digital disruption, a term now echoing in the business world as a true revolution. While digital technologies continue to transform our daily lives, their impact on businesses is even more profound and transformative. Among the many business functions affected by this revolution, procurement and supply chain play a central role. In this article, we will explore the impact of digital disruption on the field of procurement and supply chain. We will delve into the world of emerging technologies to discover how they fundamentally transform the way businesses manage their procurement…

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SPANISH GROUP MPG EXPANDS TO MOROCCO

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(Logis-T Africa) – The Spanish group MPG, a leading operator in maritime transport, logistics, and project cargo handling, has announced its official establishment in Morocco by opening two strategic delegations in Casablanca and Tangier. This strategic expansion aims to meet the growing demand for quality logistics services in the region and constitutes the first step towards the group’s expansion in Africa and the Middle East. A Well-Considered Geographical Choice MPG’s establishment in Morocco is not a coincidence. The group has carefully selected Casablanca, the country’s economic nerve center, and Tangier,…

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Africa Global Logistics signs contract to manage Walvis Bay Multipurpose Bulk Terminal

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On March 20, 2024, Africa Global Logistics (AGL) signed the contract to manage the Walvis Bay Multipurpose Bulk Terminal in Namibia, in the presence of Tony Stenning, Regional Director South Africa and Andrew Kanime, CEO of the National Port Authority of Namibia, Namport. This appointment follows an international call for tenders launched by Namport in January 2023. This decision demonstrates the confidence of the local authorities in AGL’s industrial project and reinforces its commitment to Africa’s economic transformations. Located on the southwest coast of Africa, the Port of Walvis Bay…

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Côte d’Ivoire – Road Safety Week 2024: Mobilization for Safer Roads

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Lutte Contre l’incivisme Routier : La 15eme Édition de la Semaine de la Sécurité Routière Prévue du 03 au 10 Avril 2024

(Logis-T Africa) – From April 3 to 10, 2024, Côte d’Ivoire is embarking on a vast awareness campaign to combat road incivility on the occasion of the 15th edition of Road Safety Week. This initiative, organized by the Office of Road Safety (OSER) under the aegis of the Ministry of Transport, aims to reduce road accidents and save lives. Road incivility: a scourge that threatens everyone’s safety Road accidents are a major public health problem in Côte d’Ivoire. Every year, thousands of people lose their lives or are injured in…

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