Economics
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The difficulty of importing goods into Kenya
The inventory business in Kenya is an extreme sport. Losses, cartels, taxman, and other unknown factors can make it really hard for new entrants.
Africa’s economic recovery looks promising given COVID-19 related disruptions
African countries must eradicate all forms of “leakages” in public finances and pursue an all-out effort to harness digital technologies to propel the continent into the fourth industrial revolution and into a future that is far more resilient to economic shocks.
The negative effects of COVID-19 control measures across Africa
Researchers have assessed the impact of COVID-19 measures on rural and slum dwellers. Their conclusion has been that policymakers need to address COVID-19’s impacts on economic opportunities and social wellbeing as control measures have had a negative effect.
African digital payments can spur Africa's development
Africa has undergone a remarkable journey over the past 30 years. The continent has not only leapfrogged legacy technology and systems into a more relevant future, but it has done so despite challenging circumstances.
The real value of Bitcoin
One of the hot questions regarding the bitcoin since the first ones were created in January 2009 is its real value. According to Warren Buffett, the most influential investor in the world, the answer to this question would be: not much. We will try as well to answer to this