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… fintech, e-commerce, logistics, and digital infrastructure. In 2026, African unicorns are … player in Africa’s digital economy.
2. Chipper Cash (Uganda … activity from African unicorns
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Africa is positioned …
Top African Unicorns in 2026: Fastest Growing Billion-Dollar Startups

… fragile. Oil moved higher. Shipping risk returned. Imported inflation … under a different information set.
Kenya’s cut, Egypt’s … banking and transmission realities.
Kenya has used cuts partly … fuel prices, more expensive freight, pricier imported inputs and …
Open discussion: Banks’ reactions to Iran war

… most consequential outcomes for Africa would be the renewed … its footprint across Sudan, Ethiopia, and Uganda through investments almost … led by Dubai-based logistics giant DP World.
However … raise insurance premiums and shipping costs, further destabilizing …
Why the Red Sea Can’t Escape the Iran Crisis

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Rethinking Resilient Food Systems: Mitigating Food Supply Chain Shocks in the MENA Region

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The Communications … Authority of Kenya (CA) recently introduced new … shipping.
However, while the directive signals progress, it also raises questions about Kenya …
New mobile device standards raise questions on Kenya’s e-waste readiness

… not optional. Countries like Kenya, Tanzania, Ethiopia and Zambia are … releases. In parts of East Africa, over 50% of … Diesel is the bloodstream of African logistics. As oil spikes, transport … higher road freight tariffs, airline and shipping surcharges and …
When the Strait of Hormuz closes, Africa pays first and here’s how

… the critical Strait of Hormuz oil shipping lane.
Iran says it has …
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Kenya‘s most trusted …
Trump threatens to destroy Iran’s oil island despite price surge

KENYA – Kenya has reassured citizens that … have reported challenges. Last week, East African Tea Trade Association (EATTA) Managing … Port has recorded a rise in cargo volumes, including over 4, … latest news and insights from Africa and around the world, and …
Kenya moves to cushion economy from Middle East supply disruptions

… be jointly hosted by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.
Of the 38 -member AFCON … of Africa’s biggest sporting events.
“On account of the complexities, logistics and … reports to the Confederation of African Football (CAF), the Kenyan government and other …
CS Mvurya gazettes AFCON 2027 Local Organising Committee

… action. Writes Cuba Houghton, a Kenyan economist and public finance … over 60% and disrupted shipping lines that its economy … shipping routes will also affect trade to and from Kenya’ … of the dollar relative to the Kenyan shilling, worsening external public …
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