Commonwealth News
Eswatini holds an inaugural virtual national health research conference
The Kingdom of Eswatini successfully hosts an inaugural virtual national health research conference under the theme “COVID-19, an emergency and evolving Global Public Health threat; the Role of Research”. The aim of the conference was to ponder and review numerous...
Central London has a strong August, Vanuatu’s popularity could explode with real estate passport, and more
Central London's prime property market is back in vogue and seemingly unaffected by the looming end of a significant transfer tax break, according to a data released. For investors, Vanuatu is also becoming one popular destination due to its low taxation and low...
South Africa’s Shoprite chalks up 20% annual profit rise
One of Africa's biggest retailers, Shoprite, delivered a 20.3% rise in annual earnings despite lockdown and restrictions. According to the company it is hoping to sell its assets in Madagascar and Uganda this financial year. Read the original article here:...
Autochek acquires ROAM Africa’s online car platforms Cheki Kenya and Cheki Uganda
Nigeria’s automotive tech company, Autochek agrees to acquire automotive marketplaces Cheki Kenya and Cheki Uganda from Ringier One Africa Media (ROAM). With the acquisition, Autochek will expand its footprint with seamless access to auto financing across the African...
Commerce ministry notifies procedure for imports under India-Mauritius trade pact
India's commerce ministry notifies tariff rate quota (TRQ) and procedure for import of goods that are covered under India- Mauritius free trade agreement. India-Mauritius Comprehensive Economic Cooperation and Partnership Agreement (CECPA) is a free trade pact that...
Bangladesh’s largest B2B commerce startup ‘ShopUp’ raises $75 million led by Valar Ventures
Bangladesh’s largest B2B commerce startup ShopUp raises $75 million in its Series B funding round led by Peter Thiel’s Valar Ventures. With the new investment, the company has raised over $100 million. It also marks the first investment by Valar Ventures and Prosus...