Covid-19 is shoving retail –
and consumers - into the
future

Card spending fluctuates amid retailer campaigns and consumer caution. ​Card spending remained volatile, with August recording a 4.2% decline following a strong rebound in July. This fluctuation is largely driven by seasonal sales and targeted retailer campaigns.

Balancing gains and pains: the on-the-ground realities and practical support. How do African businesses turn a trade vision into a profitable reality? This final, action-oriented episode focuses on the on-the-ground realities of AfCFTA implementation, addressing critical challenges and detailing the practical support available to businesses, particularly SMMEs.

More than just tariffs: unlocking opportunities in services and investment. Ready to move beyond borders? This episode dives deep into the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), exploring the immense opportunities in services and investment that extend far beyond simple import tariff reductions over the next decade.