Resources

Here you will find our selection of articles, publications and events.

Empowering Economic Growth: The Impact of Services Trade

Today’s interconnected global economy underscores the critical role of services trade. A recent report, “Trade in Services for Development: Fostering Sustainable Growth and Economic Diversification,” highlights its significance in driving GDP, employment, and...

Nigerian Customs to Integrate with ECOWAS e-System for Abidjan-Lagos Corridor

In a significant move to streamline trade along the Abidjan-Lagos Corridor, the Customs Directors General from Nigeria, Ghana, and three neighboring African countries have agreed to adopt the ECOWAS electronic Interconnected Transit Goods Management System (SIGMAT). This...

Securing the Future: Addressing Nigeria’s Major Data Breach Crisis

Recently, Nigeria has been grappling with a significant data breach crisis, affecting numerous sectors and exposing sensitive information. This breach highlights the urgent need for enhanced data security measures. Understanding the Impact The data breach has wide-ranging...

Leveraging the WTO Chairs Programme for Inclusive Trade.

The WTO Chairs Programme Annual Conference brought to light the pivotal role of academic research in ensuring that trade benefits all segments of society. Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala emphasized the program’s impact on making trade inclusive for women, young people...

Unlocking the Potential of African Cotton: A Call for Greater Collaboration.

At the 9th Global Review of Aid for Trade, Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala addressed the significant strides made in the WTO-FIFA-led “Partenariat pour le Coton” initiative. This ambitious project aims to boost African countries in the cotton value chain, enabling them to...

Driving Inclusive Economic Growth: Insights from the Douala EGM on Boosting Intra-African Trade.

On June 19, 2024, Douala, Cameroon, hosted a pivotal Expert Group Meeting (EGM) convened by the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) in collaboration with the African Union (AU). This significant event focused on evaluating and advancing the Boosting Intra-African...

AfCFTA Challenges and Their Impact on African Market Integration.

Recent insights from FDI Intelligence highlight the challenges hindering the effective implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) among African nations. These challenges, compounded by infrastructure deficits and limited access to finance, pose significant...

Harboursim LP at the Forefront.

Our Principal Consultant, Soji Awogbade, chaired a session at the 10th Lagos International Climate Change Summit, focused on Climate Change Finance and Sustainable Development. This marks his 8th appearance at the summit, solidifying our company’s position as a thought...

Key Insights from the 10th Lagos International Climate Change Summit: Accelerating Climate Finance and Local Adaptation.

The 10th Lagos International Climate Change Summit, held from 10-13 June 2024, convened stakeholders and experts to address pressing environmental challenges and opportunities in Lagos State. The summit focused on accelerating climate finance and championing local adaptation...