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Rethinking Public-Private Partnerships for Africa’s Trade Future (By Ludovic Thanay)

Private partners have a critical role here, providing not only the systems but also the security frameworks that keep information safe while still enabling smarter, faster trade

By Ludovic Thanay, Senior Vice President Sales, Webb Fontaine (https://WebbFontaine.com). Africa stands at a turning point. Home to nearly a fifth of the world’s population but responsible for less than 3% of global trade, the continent continues to punch below its weight. The reasons are well documented: weak infrastructure, fragmented…

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“Webb Fontaine Summit 2025: Innovate the Future” brought together 20 countries in Dubai

Over the course of two days, delegates shared insights on how innovations and best practices can create socio-economic value and contribute to efficient and secure trade practices

Webb Fontaine Summit (WebbFontaine.com) with the theme “Innovate The Future” took place between May 12 & 13 in Dubai, bringing together 40 ministerial, port, and customs delegations from 20+ countries. The event provided a platform for collaboration and knowledge exchange, to co-construct tomorrow's digital solutions, with an emphasis on the…

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Sourcemind Academy sponsored by Webb Fontaine, lays the groundwork for technology and skills transfer within the Guinea’s Single Window for Foreign Trade (GUCEG) framework: 15 young Guineans trained in software engineering

This six-month program is fully aligned with the national capacity- building strategy and embodies the vision of transferring technical expertise to the Guinean State as the GUCEG concession approaches its completion

As part of the skills and technology transfer process outlined by the commitments under the concession for Guinea’s Single Window for Foreign Trade (GUCEG), Webb Fontaine (www.WebbFontaine.com), in collaboration with Sourcemind Training Academy, proudly celebrates the successful graduation of the first cohort from its software engineering training program.  This six-month…

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Webb Valuation: Transforming African Customs and Protecting Revenue (By Arnaud Bouraïma)

Countries using Webb Valuation have seen a significant increase in customs duties and tax collection by up to 20%

By Arnaud Bouraïma, Chief Commercial Officer at Webb Fontaine (www.WebbFontaine.com) As global trade continues to expand, customs administrations all over the world face increasing challenges in collecting accurate revenue and minimising fraud. In Africa, these challenges are particularly acute. Studies show that giving customs inspectors better information can improve fraud detection…

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Webb Fontaine Accelerates Benin’s Customs Transformation with Key Milestones

Webb Customs provides authorities with a fully digitalized, AI-powered Customs Management System that interconnects all trade platforms

Webb Fontaine (www.WebbFontaine.com), a leading provider of trade facilitation solutions, has announced a significant milestone in its Customs digitalization project in Benin. The initiative is driving a fundamental transformation in Customs operations across the country. The announcement was made at the 15th Public Finance Review Meeting in Cotonou, an event…

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The future of customs: how technology and partnerships are paving the way for global trade (By Arnaud Bouraima)

Modern customs operations are complex and highly demanding, with millions in revenues depending on a smooth flow of goods through points of entry

By Arnaud Bouraima, Deputy Chief Commercial Officer, Webb Fontaine Group (www.WebbFontaine.com) The World Customs Organization (WCO) Technology Conference in Rio de Janeiro took place last November, but its energy and excitement remain vivid. It was clear that the global customs community recognizes the urgent need for transformation. Delegates from around the…

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Webb Valuation: The future of customs compliance

Webb Fontaine’s valuation and classification system, Webb Valuation uses web-based AI-powered solutions to transform the customs compliance space by streamlining processes and eliminating inefficiencies

Africa's ports represent the continent's vital import and export lifeblood. With thousands of containers moving through them each month, an efficient and streamlined customs valuation and classification process is essential for securing revenue, reducing fraud, and protecting consumers while ensuring smooth customs operations. Customs authorities not only face traditional challenges,…

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Africa's Trade Transformation: The Power of Technology for Sustainability (By Arnaud Bouraima)

Digitising processes to create efficiencies, using new technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), reduces the time spent on clearance of goods, for both customs brokers and administrators

By Arnaud Bouraima, Deputy Chief Commercial Officer, Webb Fontaine (https://WebbFontaine.com/).  In the face of mounting global environmental challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution, and increasing focus on environmental, social and governance (ESG) awareness, sustainable trade practices and supply chains have the potential to radically transform Africa’s economic…

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Webb Fontaine Unveils Sourcemind Academy in Guinea

Sourcemind Academy’s Remarkable Journey – 1,082 Applicants, 108 Students and 58 Graduates

Webb Fontaine (www.WebbFontaine.com), a leading provider of solutions for trade facilitation, is pleased to announce the launch of Sourcemind Academy in Guinea. This innovative educational venture, backed by Webb Fontaine, is set to transform the tech education landscape by offering high-level training, cutting-edge pedagogical design and experienced professional trainers to…

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Webb Fontaine’s Single Window: Paving the Way for Future Trade with New Artificial Intelligence (AI) Features (By Smbat Sargsyan)

The European Commission’s Customs Union manages a staggering €3.5 trillion in goods trade, highlighting how vital it is to have smooth customs and clearance control checks

By Smbat Sargsyan, Product Director at Webb Fontaine  In today’s fast-paced world of trade, the demand for efficiency and transparency has never been more pronounced. Digitalization and cutting-edge technologies have continued to streamline trade processes fostering a more efficient trading ecosystem. Annually, the European Commission’s Customs Union manages a staggering €3.5…