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To propel tourism and related investments, tourism ministers and government officials convened at the recently concluded, Tourism Investment Forum Africa (TIFA), in Cape Town, South Africa. 

Kenya Tourism Federation CEO on how to boost intra-Africa tourism

CNBC Africa spoke to Mary Rusimbi, Co-Founder of Women Fund Tanzania Trust to gain more insights on their initiatives.

Advancing women empowerment in Tanzania

The third edition of the AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum (ACTIF) has kicked off in the Bahamas.

Bahamas forges alliance with Afreximbank & Canex 

Where traditional methods, like relying on historical rainfall patterns, are no longer enough, climate-smart agriculture steps in. 

Climate-smart farmers: Tailoring information for stronger harvests

The Tourism Investment Forum currently underway in Cape Town South Africa, is looking at African destinations as attractive investment locations and tourism destinations. 

Strengthening South Africa-Brazil tourism ties

South Sudan seeks economic diversification to break its reliance on oil, which currently accounts for 90 per cent of total revenue. However, ongoing regional crises and instability continue to negatively impact the economy.

Inside South Sudan’s economic recovery 

The Central Bank of Uganda has raised its benchmark interest rate, by 25 basis points, a move coming in amid concerns about rising inflation and the bank's commitment to keeping it within target range of 5 per cent. 

Uganda’s Central Bank hikes benchmark rate to 10.25%

The COVID-19 crisis exposed weaknesses in Africa's healthcare systems, one that left the continent woke. 

Auditing Africa's collective health care mechanisms post COVID-19 

Tanzania increased its Central Bank Rate from 5.5 per cent to 6 per cent amidst tightening liquidity conditions. 

Tanzania’s Central Bank hikes benchmark rate to 6%

East Africa's Savings and Credit Cooperatives society (SACCO) financial bloc meeting just concluded in Kigali, Rwanda with an aim of exchanging notes to bolster investments and collaborations across the region.

Exploring growth opportunities for Saccos in Kenya & the region

Nairobi's rapid urbanization is creating a strain on infrastructure and resources, impacting quality of life with high-rise buildings in low-density areas and non-adherence to master plans. 

Re-engineering urban planning for sustainable investment 

Access to finance for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) is paramount, as they directly fuel economic innovation, job creation, and growth.

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