The Little Things That Matter: Semiconductors and the New Geopolitics of the 21st Century
Whether you have chosen to read this article in a digital or physical medium, it is vital to know that it would not have...
AfCFTA: Putting the Cart before the Horse?
Following the commencement of the modern multilateral trading system, particularly with the advent of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), international trade has been institutionalised...
Friendshoring as an Opportunity for Africa: A Valentine’s Day Special
A Valentine’s Day without some flowers and chocolate would be rather underwhelming. In the EU, about 85% of cocoa beans used in chocolate manufacturing...
State Capitalism in the 21st Century
In recent years, the world has seen a rise in state interventionism. Most of these interventions, especially in developed countries, have to be seen...
Rising Interest Rates: The End of the Era of Free Money
Inflation. In the past year, this word has been repeatedly mentioned everywhere in virtually every form of media. Why is everyone talking about it?...
Vive le CFA Franc – The Leech That Is Draining Africa Â
The relationship between French colonisation and economic dominance has always been intertwined. From the first trading ports in Senegal in the 17th century and...
NextGenerationEU: The Right Solution for the COVID-19 Pandemic?
As a consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic, countries around the world are facing a serious economic crisis. The European Union is no exception. To...
NFTs in the Art Market: Remedy or Crisis Winner?
When taking stock of the last few months in the global art market, it is clear that the COVID-19 pandemic has left its traces....
Zero Poverty by 2030: A pipe dream?
In September 2015, world leaders came together and adopted the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as part of the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda. The...
El Salvador: In Bitcoin We Trust?
Tourists and adventure-seekers are finding a new reason to love the tiny coastal town of El Zonte. Aside from its stunning sunsets and surfing-friendly...
