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Africa–China trade outlook: where the next decade of growth is forming

Bilateral trade continues to diversify beyond raw commodities into agro-processing, manufactured goods and logistics services — creating openings for prepared exporters.

Aug 20266 min read

Minerals Hot

The critical minerals race: what African producers must get right

Demand for lithium, graphite and rare earths is reshaping mining corridors. Value addition at source is becoming the decisive factor in negotiating better terms.

Aug 20267 min read

Logistics Hot

Container shipping costs and what they mean for African exporters

Freight rates between East African ports and Chinese hubs are stabilising, but smart consolidation and timing still separate profitable shipments from marginal ones.

Jul 20265 min read

Agriculture

Agro processing: Africa's biggest underpriced export opportunity

Processed and packaged agricultural goods command multiples of raw commodity prices. Here is where the margin and the demand actually sits.

Jul 20266 min read

Finance

Local currency settlement is quietly reshaping Africa–China deals

More transactions are settling outside traditional hard currency rails. We look at what this means for pricing, risk and payment terms in cross-border trade.

Jul 20265 min read

Infrastructure

East Africa's corridor investments are opening new trade routes

Port, rail and dry port projects are shortening the path from farm and mine to vessel. Exporters positioned along these corridors gain a structural advantage.

Jun 20267 min read

Markets

What Chinese consumers are actually buying from Africa now

Coffee, sesame, avocado, seafood and specialty oils are moving from niche to mainstream in Chinese retail. Verified supply chains win the shelf space.

Jun 20265 min read

Policy

Special economic zones: where manufacturers should look first

SEZs across Africa are offering tax, logistics and power advantages for export-oriented manufacturing. Not all zones are equal here is how to evaluate them.

Jun 20266 min read

Compliance

Quality certification: the non-negotiable gateway to premium buyers

Phytosanitary, quality and traceability standards decide who gets repeat orders. A practical guide to the certifications that unlock serious buyers.

May 20265 min read

Investment

How global capital is re-entering African growth markets

Institutional and sovereign-linked investors are returning with longer horizons and sector discipline. Founders who prepare data rooms early benefit first.

May 20267 min read

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