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Business
David Roberts

Africa–Caribbean corridor targets travel gap

New travel corridor targets Africa–Caribbean connectivity barriers as Air Peace expands direct links between the two regions Keypoints: ACTC targets fragmented Africa–Caribbean travel Air Peace provides a direct aviation foothold Tourism, trade and investment are central AFRICA–CARIBBEAN travel could enter a new phase as three organisations establish a joint initiative aimed at tackling the costly and fragmented transport links that have long separated the two regions despite

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September 18, 2026 No Comments
Events
David Roberts

Ethics anchors Africa-Caribbean corridor

Corridor Perspectives says trust, ethical leadership and strong institutions are vital to deeper Africa-Caribbean economic ties Keypoints: Trust can become a commercial advantage Ethical leadership needs strong institutions Africa-Caribbean economic ties are deepening TRUST, integrity and stronger institutions must become part of the economic infrastructure supporting deeper Africa-Caribbean relations if the emerging corridor between the two regions is to produce sustainable investment and development. That was a

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September 16, 2026 No Comments
Corridor Perspectives
David Roberts

Can African–Caribbean businesses ‘Do Well by Doing Good?’

Africa–Caribbean businesses are being urged to turn ethical conduct, trust and sustainability into sources of long-term commercial advantage. Keypoints: Ethical conduct can strengthen commercial resilience Businesses urged to turn purpose into profit Africa–Caribbean corridor needs repeatable deals THE Africa–Caribbean business corridor will need more than trade and investment to succeed, speakers at Corridor Perspectives – Live argued, warning that ethical conduct, trust and sustainability could prove just

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September 9, 2026 No Comments
Corridor Perspectives
David Roberts

CORRIDOR PERSPECTIVES – LIVE EPISODE 1 | FRIDAY 28 AUGUST 2026

The conversation continues. Following a strong inaugural session that brought together 18 engaged participants, Corridor Perspectives – LIVE returns this Friday for Episode 1 — continuing the conversation about how we can build stronger Africa–Caribbean trade, investment and economic partnerships. Our first discussion demonstrated that there is a real appetite for honest conversations, fresh perspectives and practical solutions. We explored some important questions: Does culture influence the

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August 26, 2026 No Comments
Development And Resilience
David Roberts

Entrepreneurs Need Ecosystems, Not Just Finance

 Africa and Caribbean entrepreneurs will not build globally competitive companies on finance alone. They need markets, knowledge, institutions and commercial networks capable of turning ambition into lasting enterprise, writes David F. Roberts. Published on: The Africa Briefing THERE is a persistent assumption in development and entrepreneurship circles that putting more money into the hands of entrepreneurs will automatically produce stronger businesses, more jobs and more prosperous economies.

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August 14, 2026 No Comments
Development And Resilience
David Roberts

Trade missions still matter

Digital tools may accelerate introductions, but lasting Africa–Caribbean commerce still depends on trust built in person, writes David F. Roberts. Published on: The Africa Briefing IN an era dominated by artificial intelligence, virtual meetings, digital marketplaces and instant global  communication, it is reasonable to ask whether trade missions have become obsolete. If  businesses can connect through Zoom, negotiate contracts by email and reach prospective buyers through online platforms, why  invest the time

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August 7, 2026 No Comments