Speaking at the Trade + Sustainability Hub 2026 in Cameroon, Ziad Hamoui, President of Borderless Alliance, highlighted that for technology to truly transform our borders, the information being shared must be 100% reliable
#KeepAfricaTrading #WTOMC14
"Intra-African trade is less than 16%. That number tells an important story," - Kolawole Sofola, Director of Trade, ECOWAS
At the WTO MC14 Trade + Sustainability Hub in Cameroon, the focus is clear: we must dismantle the barriers keeping African markets apart
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We are seeing African governments rapidly digitising customs, certifications, border processes, payments and identity services, yet beneath these front-end systems lies a more fundamental challenge, the infrastructure layer - David Beer, CEO TradeMark Africa
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The focus is scaling digital systems for SME growth in Africa. Policymakers, operators, and researchers all in one room.
Sign up here: iisd.swoogo.com/trade-and-su...
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In Ethiopia, 30 women exporters from Addis Ababa, Oromia, and Amhara have completed training for formal regional trade.
Part of a €32M EU investment, we are working with Ethiopia's Ministry of Trade to break down barriers for women traders.
#WomenInTrade #EUGlobalGateway #KeepAfricaTrading
Burundi kicks off training for 150+ customs officials and forwarders in Bujumbura and Kobero
With our support, they’re mastering WTO Customs Valuation to navigate complex procedures and minimise trade delays.
A major step for Burundi’s regional integration.
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Kenya has launched the eWRS to help farmers access markets and finance.
Launched by the WRSC in partnership with TMA, through funding from the British High Commission, the platform converts stored produce into a bankable asset.
Read more: shorturl.at/mipaN
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TMA joined the East African Business and Investment Summit & Expo 2026 in Nairobi.
Leaders called for full implementation of the Single Customs Territory and removal of non-tariff barriers. With $9 billion locked in trade barriers, reducing friction will unlock regional trade.
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On 18 February, Burundi launched a web-based electronic Single Window to modernise trade. Implemented by TMA with @unctad.bsky.social , it centralises import & export processes. Three modules are operational, supporting faster approvals & customs clearance.
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Djibouti, Ethiopia, South Sudan, and Uganda have formally agreed to establish the DESSU Corridor Authority.
Supported by the EU, we are upgrading infrastructure to slash transit times from the Port of Djibouti by 50%
Read more: shorturl.at/tQV1e
#DESSUCorridor #KeepAfricaTrading #EUGlobalGateway
The EAC Secretariat UG-DRC has launched training for Uganda 🇺🇬 and DRC 🇨🇩 border officials in Aru.
Supported by TradeMark Africa under the EU Borderlands Programme, the training strengthens regional integration, harmonises procedures, and improves cross-border trade.
#KeepAfricaTrading #EUinUgandaDRC
EFFSAA and BIFA sign MoU in Addis to boost Ethiopia’s logistics sector. Backed by UK International Development through TMA, the deal aims to enhance efficiency, support AfCFTA integration, and prep for FIATA 2027.
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Africa’s digital trade platforms are live, but are they solving the right problems?.
This Thursday at #GTREastAfrica2025, Erick Sirali, TMA’s Director of Digital Trade, joins a panel on how systems like TLIP & TWIN can unlock trade finance for MSMEs.
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TradeMark Africa is hiring!
Roles: Tax Manager & Programme Manager
Locations: Nairobi HQ / TMA offices / South Sudan
Please visit:
www.trademarkafrica.com/work-with-us/
Submit your application by 08 June 2025.
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This Wednesday, our Deputy CEO and Chief of Programmes, Allen Asiimwe, joins the region’s leading minds at #GTREastAfrica2025 to share powerful insights on how East Africa can deepen intra-African trade, expand value chains, and drive development through trade.
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Unlocking Africa’s Youth Potential in the Digital Era.
Njoki Mungai of TradeMark Africa highlights how digital innovation, inclusive policy & platforms like iSOKO are creating new trade opportunities.
Watch here:
youtu.be/WSJw9FfQCck?...
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Tender Opportunities at TradeMark Africa!
Experienced firms are invited to bid for projects boosting intra-African trade.
Deadlines: 8–13 May 2025
Pre-bid meetings: 30 April, 12PM & 2PM (Kenya Time)
Details: trademarkafrica.com/procurement
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Lucy Nshuti Mbabazi ,Managing Director at Better Than Cash Alliance at UNDP, shares how digital public infrastructure is driving inclusive growth, powering trade, and unlocking opportunities across the continent.
Watch here:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ziLk...
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Request for Proposals: Cross-Border Fish Trade Programme – Nigeria & Neighbours.
Deadline: 28 Apr 2025, 4PM EAT
Help boost regional trade!
More info on: www.trademarkafrica.com/procurement/
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From Border to No-Border.
Former KNCCI CEO Ahmed Farah discusses how digital innovation and partnership with TradeMark Africa are redefining trade for MSMEs across Africa.
Watch the full episode:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=oR1R...
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We're hiring across Africa!
TradeMark Africa is recruiting a Country Director – DRC Programme and a Director – Inclusive Trade.
Fluency in English & French required.
Apply by 5 May 2025:
www.trademarkafrica.com/work-with-us/
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Exciting career opportunities at TradeMark Africa!
We're hiring in Kenya (Nairobi) and Zambia (Lusaka) for roles in Finance, Legal, Operations, and Programmes.
Apply by 5th May 2025
www.trademarkafrica.com/work-with-us/
#KeepAfricaTrading #NowHiring
Request for Proposal: Provision of Payroll Processing Services.
TradeMark Africa invites qualified firms to submit proposals for payroll processing services.
Deadline: 29 April 2025, before 4:00PM (EAT)
More info: shorturl.at/kN0ZJ
#KeepAfricaTrading #TMAOpportunities
Request for Proposals: Cross-Border Fish Trade Programme – Nigeria & Neighbours.
Deadline: 28 Apr 2025, 4PM EAT
Pre-Bid: 15 Apr, 2PM EAT (Virtual)
Help boost regional trade!
More info on: www.trademarkafrica.com/procurement/
#FishTrade #TMAOpportunities #KeepAfricaTrading
Women traders in Mahagi are turning the tide. From harassment to empowerment, a new training is reshaping cross-border trade through trust, dialogue, and inclusion.
Read more:
www.trademarkafrica.com/transforming...
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Request for Proposals:
Cross-Border Fish Trade Programme – Nigeria & Neighbours.
🗓 Deadline: 28 Apr 2025, 4PM EAT
💻 Pre-Bid: 15 Apr, 2PM EAT (Virtual)
Help boost regional trade!
🔗 More info on www.trademarkafrica.com/procurement/
#FishTrade #TMAOpportunities #KeepAfricaTrading
The Uganda Trade Review Conference 2025, hosted by TradeMark Africa (TMA) and Uganda's Ministry of Trade, gathered 190 stakeholders to discuss the country's trade landscape.
Read More: shorturl.at/wuEzT
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For 20 years, @twcc_tanzania has empowered women entrepreneurs! In partnership with @trademarkafrica & supported by @ukinintanzania, Norway & Ireland, TWIA celebrates 5 years of honoring women-led businesses.
Read More:
shorturl.at/UFxSP
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"Trade must be faster, smarter,fairer."
Anne Nalo shares how the UK backed Trade Logistics Information Pipeline with £2.2M to cut cross-border delays and boost job creation.
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#KeepAfricaTrading
#ATDF24
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"We expanded trade across Africa & launched TCA to go further."
Patrick Obath on how digital tools like blockchain & smart warehousing can reshape trade.
Watch here:
youtu.be/NCaLVIfTa34
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#KeepAfricaTrading
#ATDF24
