Burundi's private sector has urgently called for decisive actions to eliminate non-tariff barriers (NTBs), reduce logistics costs, and enhance the business environment. These measures aim to unlock greater trade and investment within the East African Community (EAC).This call to action emerged during the EABC CEO–Trade & Investment Roundtable in Bujumbura,
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Ruto Lands in South Africa for Key Trade and Investment Talks
President William Ruto has touched down in South Africa for a State Visit to enhance political, economic, and trade ties between Nairobi and Pretoria.Arriving in Pretoria on the evening of June 3, 2026, Ruto, along with First Lady Rachel Ruto, was welcomed at Waterkloof Air Force Base by South Africa’s
President Ruto calls for more infrastructural connectivity
President William Ruto has asked African countries to fix its infrastructure to stimulate trade in the region. Speaking on Monday during the opening of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Council of Ministers Meeting and the African Private Sector Dialogue on AfCFTA in Nairobi, the President said the continent must