Shea stakeholders urge government to license buyers, protect pickers
Agribusiness stakeholders in Nigeria are advocating for a structured licensing system for shea nut buyers following the government's extension of a ban on raw shea nut exports to promote domestic processing.
Zimbabwe: Govt Lithium Export Ban Sparks Hope for Value Addition
Zimbabwe's government has banned the export of raw lithium concentrate to encourage local processing and enhance economic growth.
Tinubu extends raw shea nut export ban by one year
President Bola Tinubu has extended the ban on exporting raw shea nuts for an additional year to enhance domestic processing and value addition in Nigeria.
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Suspends Raw Mineral Exports
The Zimbabwean government has suspended the export of all raw minerals and lithium concentrates to promote value addition and enhance oversight in the mining sector.
Southern Africa: Zimbabwe No Longer Keen On Raw Mineral Exports, Says Mnangagwa
Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa announces a shift in the country's policy towards mineral exports, focusing on local processing and value addition to boost economic growth.
Namibia: UN Maps Namibia's Industrial Path
A new UNCTAD report details pathways for Namibia to expand its economy through value addition and diversification of its mineral resources.
Uganda: Museveni, Saudi Arabian Delegation Talk Coffee Value Addition
President Museveni met with a Saudi Arabian delegation to discuss enhancing economic cooperation, especially in coffee value addition.
Dangote highlights local production, value addition drive
At the 47th Kaduna International Trade Fair, Dangote Group's representative emphasized the company's Vision 2030, which aims to enhance Nigeria’s industrial capacity and promote economic independence through local production.
African resources need processing, not mere export – BUA
BUA Group's Abdul Samad Rabiu emphasizes the need for Africa to shift its focus from exporting raw materials to industrial processing and value addition.