Representatives of 11 Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) from Egypt, Ethiopia, Kenya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe are undertaking a horticulture engagement mission to the European Union on 15 – 22 September 2024. The mission is meant to increase the competitiveness and market access of the SMEs in horticulture, exploring market opportunities through…
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Energy experts and stakeholders have convened in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, for a three-day workshop focused on validating the framework and initial reports for harmonized electricity tariffs and cost assessments in the COMESA region. This initiative, supported by the African Development Bank (AfDB) and COMESA since its approval in 2022, aims to strengthen the sustainability of…
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The 11th COMESA Annual Research Forum began today, bringing together policymakers, academics, think tanks, and the private sector from COMESA Member States and beyond to discuss emerging issues in regional integration. The virtual forum, themed “Fostering Economic Integration and Inclusivity in COMESA through Value Addition, Green Investments, and Tourism,” is part of ongoing capacity-building initiatives…
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The Eastern and Southern Africa region is grappling with a significant energy crisis, as approximately 365 million people lack access to electricity, accounting for more than half of the global total of 675 million. This energy deficiency not only hinders socio-economic development but also deepens the digital divide, particularly in an era marked by rapid…
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COMESA has finalized the revision of its Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) regulations, strategy, and implementation plans. This initiative aims to strengthen SPS capacities across Member States by eliminating inconsistencies that have hindered regional trade in food and agricultural products. SPS measures are regulatory tools designed to protect human, animal, and plant life from risks such…
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COMESA and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) convened a two-day dialogue on the COMESA Free Movement Agenda and Stakeholders’ Validation Workshop in Kigali, Rwanda. The event focused on the “Draft Impact Assessment Report” on the economic and social benefits of free movement of labour and skills mobility within the region. Participants included migration and…
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On August 29, 2024, the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), in collaboration with the World Bank, hosted a webinar under the Accelerating Sustainable and Clean Energy Transformation (ASCENT) Programme. It brought together a diverse group of experts and stakeholders from the energy and climate sectors, focusing on the transformative potential of carbon…
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A Regional Networking and Mentoring Meeting for Women in the Pharmaceutical Sector took place in Kigali, Rwanda, from August 27 to 28, 2024. The gathering offered women in the pharmaceutical industry across the COMESA region and beyond a valuable platform to network and collaborate. The meeting was focused on leveraging existing policies, such as the…
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Kampala, August 26, 2024: Consumers of aviation services in Africa often lack protection against poor service delivery and are largely unaware of their rights. Even when they are aware, they frequently face institutional limitations, such as inadequate enforcement or access to information. In response to this, a one-week regional training aimed at supporting the review of…
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August 23, 2024: The Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) and International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to co-operate in areas of common interest in pursuing their respective mandates and strategic objectives of contribution towards sustainable economic growth and development. Under the partnership, the two organizations will…
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