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Science, Technology and Innovation Strategy in Ethiopia to empower economy

The STI policy is built on eight pillars, including human resource development, research infrastructure, technology innovation, and intellectual property frameworks

A new Science, Technology, and Innovation Policy aims to boost the country’s innovation rankings and drive sustainable growth. It’s an ambitious strategy focusing on top national priorities such as human capital, research, local innovation, and more. Ethiopia has finalized its Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) Policy Implementation Strategy, marking a…

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Côte d’Ivoire: Start-ups benefiting from the Netherlands Trust Fund (NTF) V Project assert their expertise at a B2B meeting

In Côte d’Ivoire, 96% of the economic fabric is made up of small businesses, which play a crucial role in job creation, innovation and regional development

Côte d'Ivoire PME works on behalf of the State to promote entrepreneurship and the economic growth of Ivorian businesses. True to its mission of cultivating a flourishing innovation ecosystem, the institution organized a networking session for digital start-ups supported by the NTF V FastTrackTech project.  A springboard for Ivorian start-ups…

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The Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI&T) community is born in Mali, with the support of the Netherlands Trust Fund (NTF) V

Just over one year ago, the Malian authorities officially announced the construction of a new Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Center, followed by a campaign to digitalize its administration

Mali is working to democratize artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI&T), turning them into an engine for economic development that is both inclusive and responsible. The initiative is supported by the International Trade Centre’s NTF V FastTrackTech Project, which unites the players in the Malian ecosystem to create an environment…

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Kenya: Ethical Fashion Initiative and Tujikuze empowering artisans, one tassel at a time

Tujikuze – Ethical Fashion Initiative’s social enterprise partner in Kenya – has spent months producing 105,000 beaded, tasseled keychains for one of Italy’s biggest retailers

When Conad Nord Ovest decided to launch a major campaign to combat violence against women, they wanted a partner committed to sustainability and to working with women for social impact. That’s how they chose to work with the ITC Ethical Fashion Initiative (EFI), for an order of 105,000 heart-shaped keychains.…

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Enhanced Access to Finance: Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Financing Gateway launched in Tanzania

The MSME Financing Gateway is a digital platform that will improve access to finance and business development services for MSMEs across Tanzania

In a significant step towards strengthening financial inclusion and economic empowerment, the MSME Financing Gateway was officially launched at a ceremony held in Dar es Salaam. The Tanzania Bankers Association (TBA) in collaboration with the International Trade Centre, (ITC) through the second phase of the European Union (EU) funded, EU-East African Community (EAC) Market…

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A boost for South-South trade

ITC has brought micro, small and medium-sized enterprises from developing countries to CIIE since its first edition in 2018

The International Trade Centre (ITC) participates with over 50 companies from 30 countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean in the 7th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai. They are among 3500 exhibitors vying for business in the Chinese market. This year, 100 developing countries are represented, including…

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Malian youth take up the challenge of digitalization

The initiative gives young people solid digital skills, enabling them to fit more easily into a rapidly changing market

Every year in Mali, 400,000 new graduates stream onto the job market, but only 10% find work. That’s why young talent need to look towards the most promising fields. And the digital economy holds great promise. Aware of the changes taking place in Mali's job market, the NTF V FastTrackTech…

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Driving Burundi’s trade transformation: International Trade Centre (ITC) strengthens partnerships for vision 2040

The International Trade Centre (ITC), a longstanding partner of Burundi, continues to support the country’s trade agenda through export development, policy development, institutional strengthening, and regional integration

Burundi is advancing steadily toward its Vision 2040 goal of becoming a competitive and integrated economy, with trade development at the core of its strategy.   Achieving these ambitions requires strong partnerships to unlock new opportunities, enhance competitiveness, and drive sustainable growth.   The International Trade Centre (ITC), a longstanding partner of…

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Korean delegation sees how Ugandan farmers and agribusinesses cope with climate change

Representatives from Uganda's Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives, along with the STAR Project team, joined the visit to Lira District on 15 and 16 October 2024

Top officials from the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Kampala visited farmers and agribusinesses in northern Uganda. Through the STAR Project at the International Trade Centre (ITC), these small businesses have worked to fortify themselves against climate change. Representatives from Uganda's Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives, along…

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African coffee's rise: How entrepreneurs are driving innovation

The International Trade Centre (ITC) and ACRAM exhibited at the Paris Coffee Show 2024 to build commercial spaces for African Robusta and Liberica coffee

African coffee, rich in heritage and flavour, is making strides on the global stage, particularly from countries like Liberia, Ghana, and Cameroon. For years, Africa has been synonymous with Arabica and Robusta varieties, but today, new species such as the lesser known Liberica and Arabusta are breaking through, offering global…