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The economy of Saudi Arabia is the largest economy in the Arab world and the Middle East. The standard of living is one of the highest in the Middle East, with a GDP per capita of over $ 20,000. The far-reaching public works policy undertaken by the authorities, together with foreign direct investment and the strength of the financial and banking system, have enabled the country to become the number one regional economy and one of the largest in the world.

Uganda Telecommunications: MTN Uganda Named Top Taxpayer by President Museveni

November 25, 2020

President Museveni has named telecom giant MTN Uganda as the top taxpayer, with annual expected returns of Shs 701b. Charles Mbire, the Chairman of MTN Uganda, said that the company will continue investing and putting new products in the market in order to sustain its position as the leading taxpayer.

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Top Business Leaders and Entrepreneurs in Ghana

October 21, 2020

Marcopolis ranked the top business leaders and entrepreneurs in Ghana. The ranking is based on an executive survey with the top businessmen as part of the business report on Ghana. Businessmen Osei Kwame Despite, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, Kevin Okyere and Kwabena Darko are leading the list.

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Paint Manufacturer Crown Paints Kenya Invests Ksh 10m in Mombasa Showrooms

October 19, 2020

Recently, paint manufacturer Crown Paints Kenya has invested Ksh 10 million in two new showrooms in Mombasa County as part of its strategy to create jobs for locals as it continues to strengthen its position by growing its market share at the coastal region.

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Nairobi-Based Office Furniture Supplier Newline Helps You Upgrade Your Home Office

August 10, 2020

Your home office should inspire your productivity. Unfortunately, some people working from home neglect to create an environment that facilitates productivity. Now that mot offices around Kenya have their employees working from home, it’s up to everyone to figure out how they can do their best work.

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Transformation du Caoutchouc : l’Etat Ivoirien Renforce les Mesures Incitatives pour Augmenter la Capacité de Transformation de la Production Locale

June 25, 2020

Le mardi 16 Juin 2020 en Côte d’Ivoire, 12 des 19 entreprises dans la transformation de l’hévéa ont signé des conventions spécifiques avec l’Etat afin de bénéficier de mesures incitatives en faveur des investissements visant à augmenter leurs capacités de traitement des fonds de tasses.

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Charles Mbire Confirms MTN Uganda sh380b Payment for the Renewal of its 12 Years Licence

June 16, 2020

On Friday June 12, 2020, MTN Uganda completed the payment of sh380b ($100m) for the renewal of its licence, which expired in October 2018. The new license will become operational on July 1st, 2020, and will run until 2032, after which MTN will then have full geographical access coverage of Uganda. The company will also be able to improve the quality of telecommunication services and boost investment in the sector for both existing and new telecom operators.

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Fonds de Soutien et Mesures d’Accompagnement : Eléments Essentiels d’un Développement Pérenne des PME Ivoiriennes Pendant la Crise du COVID-19

June 11, 2020

Le 09 Avril 2020 à Abidjan, le Ministre de la Promotion des PME, Felix Anoblé, a annoncé la mise en place d’un fonds de soutien et de garantie de 200 milliards de FCFA, afin de maintenir l’activité économique de ces entreprises touchées par la crise liée au COVID-19. Ce financement destiné aux entreprises impactées est accordé sous forme de prêt, avec un taux d’intérêt spécial de 2,75 % hors taxes, remboursable sur une période de 18 à 36 mois, avec un différé jusqu’au 31 Janvier 2021.

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Plumbing Industry in Kenya: Plamba Sawa, a Subsidiary Company by Trident Group of Companies

June 11, 2020

Plamba Sawa, a subsidiary company by Trident Group of Companies was launched in November 2019 in a celebration filled with pomp and color. The ceremony was graced by major stakeholders and shareholders as far as the plumbing industry in Kenya is concerned.

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Real Estate in Kenya: How Tilisi are Ensuring Business Continuity During the COVID-19 Pandemic

May 28, 2020

Two months ago, the Kenyan government announced an official curfew starting 27th March 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The impact of the virus has touched almost every sector of the economy including real estate. Tilisi, like many companies all over the world, finds itself in a unique situation having to quickly adapt and learn to navigate uncharted territory.