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July 30, 2026

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Calls for businesses to build regional value chains

Calls for businesses to build regional value chains

East African businesses have been urged to strengthen regional value chains and invest in value addition to fully capitalize on opportunities presented AfCFTA...

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East African businesses are being urged to strengthen regional value chains and invest in value addition to maximize opportunities presented by the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).

East African Community (EAC) exported raw hides and skins worth Sh4.27 billion in 2023 while importing leather goods valued at Sh6.34 billion.
Key figures include Dr. Vimal Shah, Chairperson of the East African Business Council (EABC), and the African Development Bank (AfDB).
A business clinic in Nairobi is equipping enterprises in the textile, leather, and edible oil sectors with knowledge on exporting under the AfCFTA framework.

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