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Kenya-Somalia Border Reopens: What Traders Need to Know
Kenya reopens the Mandera border with Somalia after 15 years. What it means for cross-border traders, commodity prices, and businesses in border towns.
South Africa Raises VAT Threshold to R2.3M in 2026
South Africa's VAT registration threshold rose to R2.3 million on April 1, 2026. What small business owners need to know before deregistering.
African SME Shipping Costs Are Eating Your Margins
A March 2026 study by Kenya's manufacturers association found freight costs can wipe out half the value of goods for small African exporters. Here's why.
Nigeria Opens ₦1bn MSME Grants: How to Apply in 2026
Nigeria's FG is sharing ₦1 billion among 100 small businesses. Applications open April 7, close May 7, 2026. Find out who qualifies and how to apply.