Anders-Samuelsen

Trump announces sweeping global tariffs, targeting also 51 African nations

US president Donald Trump has unveiled a controversial new tariff policy, imposing sweeping duties on imports from over 180 countries, including 51 African nations. The tariffs, which include a baseline 10% on all imports and higher duties on certain countries, are part of Trump’s strategy to combat what he describes as unfair trade practices that […]

EU’s Green Deal to have dire implications for East African farmers — study

As the EU executive is adopting intermediate proposals in its international climate policy as outlined in the European Green Deal, this will have serious and multifaceted implications for Africa, according to a recent study by Eastern Africa Farmers Federation (EAFF). The Green Deal provides a road map for a socioecological transition to a low-carbon future […]

Morocco redraws grain import map amid global supply pressures

Morocco is redrawing its grain import map as the country grapples with persistent drought and shifting global supply dynamics The government expects cereal imports to reach 7.5 million tons during the 2024–2025 crop year, up from 6.5 million tons the previous year. The increase comes as domestic production continues to suffer from severe rainfall deficits. […]