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Federica Mogherini and the African Union Chair, Mr. Moussa Faki, February 2018. Credit: EEAS

African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA): The Engine Behind Accelerated Growth After the COVID-19 Economic Saga

Apungwa Cornelius Ntabe, Director, Political Economy Policy Lab February 15, 2022

The disruptive impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has led to calls for greater market integration and industrialisation efforts. The African Union (AU) Secretary General cites the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) as “the stimulus package” for Africa post-COVID. Yet, obstacles ranging from ubiquitous red tape, poor infrastructure, political unrest, excessive border bureaucracy and petty corruption to the entrenched protectionism of some of its members must first be overcome. This paper aims to provide policy recommendations on how African states could address these challenges and reap the best out of the AfCFTA Agreement.

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The Rise of Cyber-Attacks in Kenya: A New Terrorist Landscape

Claire Benedix, Research Analyst, Security & Intelligence Policy Lab February 15, 2022

The digital landscape in Kenya is rapidly evolving, leaving critical infrastructure exposed to data breaches and malicious activity. Remote workers and businesses are easy targets for cyber criminals seeking to extract Personal Identifiable Information (PII) and valuable data. Phishing attempts, malware attacks, and other cyber threats are becoming increasingly concerning due to the rise in organized cybercrime groups, ransomware gangs, and bots seeking to exploit vulnerable cloud networks, outdated software, and unprotected devices.

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