African Currency Markets Show Mixed Trends on Dec 27

African Currency Markets Show Mixed Trends on Dec 27

This report provides daily exchange rates as of December 27, 2025, for key African countries including Nigeria, Uganda, Morocco, Egypt, and currencies like West African CFA Franc and Central African CFA Franc. The data is sourced from exchangerate-api and is intended to serve as a reference for investors, helping them understand African market dynamics and make more informed investment decisions. Please note that exchange rates may vary across different sources, and investments should be made with caution.

12/27/2025 Exchange Rate Query
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New Framework Aims to Boost Gender Equality in Global Trade

New Framework Aims to Boost Gender Equality in Global Trade

During the 2019 WTO Global Review of Aid for Trade, the WCO co-organized a side event focusing on gender mainstreaming in trade facilitation. The meeting highlighted the importance of gender equality, revealing barriers to women's participation in trade. Experiences from the EU and Uganda were shared, and the WCO presented its tools and initiatives to promote gender equality and diversity in customs. This event laid the groundwork for future efforts to promote gender equality within Aid for Trade initiatives.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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East Africa Boosts Antismuggling Efforts with WCO JICA Support

East Africa Boosts Antismuggling Efforts with WCO JICA Support

The World Customs Organization (WCO) and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) jointly held a workshop in Uganda to enhance customs intelligence analysis capabilities and strengthen anti-smuggling efforts in East Africa. Customs officials from various East African countries collaborated to develop post-seizure analysis training materials. Experts from the WCO and Japan Customs provided guidance to help East African customs improve their intelligence-driven risk management and combat smuggling crimes. The workshop aimed to build capacity and foster regional cooperation in tackling cross-border illicit trade.

01/05/2026 Customs Knowledge
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QNB Bank SWIFTBIC Code Explained

QNB Bank SWIFTBIC Code Explained

This article provides an in-depth analysis of the SWIFT/BIC code FNNBTRISATK for QNB BANK ANONIM SIRKETI, detailing its structure and appropriate usage. It also offers practical methods to validate this code, assisting readers in efficiently and securely conducting cross-border remittances.

09/04/2025 International Settlement
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