Africa’s agricultural economy depends not only on production but also on the movement of food across borders. Every day, thousands of small-scale traders transport essential goods such as maize, beans, fruits, and vegetables between countries, playing a vital role in feeding communities and sustaining regional markets. Yet for many years, these traders have faced major ...

Tanzania’s escalating trade dispute with South Africa and Malawi took a sharper turn this weekend as officials confirmed a blanket ban on agricultural imports from both countries. The move, which affects avocados, maize, and citrus, has sparked concern across regional trade corridors. The Tanzanian government cites phytosanitary risks and unfair trade practices as justification, but ...