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Delivery giant Glovo believes Africa may skip traditional e-commerce and jump straight to ultra-fast local delivery, just like the continent leapfrogged desktop computers for smartphones. The company is investing $77.6 million in Kenya alone to build the infrastructure for what could become the world's biggest quick commerce market.
TikTok and the International Chamber of Commerce are training Nigerian small businesses to sell globally through a new digital commerce program launching in Lagos. The free training includes AI tools, online marketing, and potential access to small business loans.
African trade experts have united to amplify the continent's voice in global commerce through a new working group led by Dr. Ese Owie. The initiative positions Africa as a strategic player in reforming the World Trade Organization.
South Korean businesses are tapping into Chinese e-commerce giants to sell their products globally, reaching 700 million shoppers without building costly overseas operations. The partnership is creating a bridge for Korean beauty, fashion, and food brands to expand internationally.
America might win the AI race but lose its workforce in the process. Former Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo just unveiled a concrete plan to prevent economic chaos.
Gina Raimondo, former U.S. Secretary of Commerce, just shared a bold plan to protect American workers from AI-driven job loss. Her TED talk offers concrete solutions to help the country win the AI race without leaving millions behind.
A new video series shows how entrepreneurs from India's smaller cities are building national brands with technology that solves real problems. From Jaipur artisans to Indore skincare makers, founders are turning local dreams into thriving businesses.
Sim Shagaya transformed how millions of Africans shop online with Konga, then turned his attention to education by founding Nigeria's first free private open university. His journey from military school to Harvard MBA to tech visionary shows how one entrepreneur can reshape entire industries.
Finland has become Europe's testing ground for instant bank payments that complete transactions in seconds, not days. The innovation is reshaping how millions shop, play, and pay online across the continent.
After years of Monday closures that strangled local commerce, Anambra State's governor is bringing businesses back to life with a bold security plan. Thousands of traders at Nigeria's massive Onitsha Main Market can now open their doors every day of the week.
Nigeria's leading e-commerce platform celebrates 14 years by expanding access to digital shopping for middle and low-income earners. The anniversary campaign brings discounts, games, and rewards to millions across the country.
Malaysia's e-commerce market is set to grow nearly 10% next year, powered by millions of small businesses going digital and shoppers embracing convenient online tools. Government support and improved internet access are turning the country into Southeast Asia's fastest-growing digital marketplace.
Commerce City is combining America's birthday celebration with world-class rugby this summer. The World Rugby Nations Cup will headline 4thFEST with two international matches plus Colorado's biggest fireworks show.
Latin America's biggest e-commerce platform is betting big on Mexico with a record $4.6 billion investment in 2026, a 35% jump from last year. The move will create 8,500 new jobs and strengthen services for over a million small businesses already thriving on the platform.
Millions of Africans are now shopping on Amazon and Walmart despite having no bank cards or street addresses. Package-forwarding startups are bridging the gap between global e-commerce and local shoppers across the continent.
A six-year-old trade agreement between Vietnam and the European Union has generated nearly $384 billion in commerce, accounting for 42% of all trade between the partners since 1995. European businesses are now more confident than ever in Vietnam's economic future.
Fincart just secured $2.8 million to help Africa's e-commerce businesses manage everything from deliveries to customer service in one place. The Egyptian startup is solving a problem that's been costing merchants time and money across the continent.
A mom who started selling $5 gumbo from her car trunk now runs a thriving food truck in Tyler, Texas, thanks to mentorship from the local chamber of commerce. The new chamber director plans to help even more small businesses succeed with hands-on support.
An American content creator living in India ordered a phone charger online and received it in less than 10 minutes, an experience she says she's never encountered anywhere else in the world. Her viral video highlights how India's quick commerce platforms are setting new global standards for digital convenience.
Small business owners in Thailand are gaining the power to choose their own shipping companies as new guidelines crack down on e-commerce giants forcing sellers into specific delivery services. The rules, set to become official in March, aim to level the playing field in a market worth over $30 billion.
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