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Cross-Border Trade: A Ugandan citizen has asked East Africa’s court to overturn restrictions allegedly blocking East Africans from small businesses in Kenya and South Sudan, including roadside food stalls and small shops. Digital Skills: Google’s new free learning hub offers offline courses, including small-business training, and aims to reach 3 million Africans by 2030. Export Access: China’s imports from Africa rose 23.3% year-on-year through September as zero tariffs took effect for eligible African countries, opening potential opportunities for exporters. Business Finance: Nigeria says it has released ₦65.8 billion to MSMEs, alongside ₦75 billion for 104 manufacturers. Local Services: Interswitch has added Housing Finance Bank Uganda to a network of more than 23,000 agents, expanding banking access and creating new business opportunities for local agent operators.

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Oct. 23, 2026

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Africa must turn global shocks into economic opportunity – Oramah

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Africa must end IMF dependence, deploy $500bn reserves – Oramah

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Ugandan challenges Kenya, South Sudan over restrictions on small businesses

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Hapag-Lloyd marks 20 years in South Africa and targets further growth

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EDITORIAL | The new trade blow against South Africa

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Inside DFNI November 2026: Middle East and Africa travel retail stands resilient

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West Africa's Diaspora Could Unlock Billions in Foreign Investment, World Bank Study Finds

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Ugandan drags Kenya, S.Sudan to regional court over restrictions on small businesses

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