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Four pillars Africa must shore up for trade and economic take-off

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Nairobi Inland Container Deport (ICD) where the cargo from Mombasa is transported by the Standard Gauge Railway. [File, Standard]

Last week, I was honoured to participate in the Nairobi International Trade Fair, which concludes today.

This year's theme was compelling - Promoting Climate Smart Agriculture and Trade Initiatives for Sustainable Economic Growth. It captures the one word that will drive Africa toward developed-world status - trade.

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