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"The guidance of research bodies such as REPOA is needed more than ever," says 3rd Keynote speaker at REPOA's 28th Annual Research Workshop, Assistant Secretary General Department of Sustainable Economic Transformation & Trade at the Organisation of African Caribbean & Pacific States (OACPS) - Mr. Junior Lodge. Watch LIVE - Day 2 ongoing sessions: https://t.co/bDFFfYYV02 THEME: "Pursuit for Sustained Growth and Trade Expansion" See more details on the workshop's programme and concept note:  https://lnkd.in/dHeYJAfH https://lnkd.in/d9cjph6R

"I urge REPOA, it's partners to do more research and continue to share findings for the benefits of trade expansion and livelihood of people," says Hon. Selemani Jafo Tanzania's Minister of Industry & Trade, representing Guest of Honor, Hon. Dr. Doto Biteko, Deputy Prime Minister at the 28th Annual Research Workshop. Watch LIVE - Day 2 ongoing sessions: https://t.co/bDFFfYYV02 THEME: "Pursuit for Sustained Growth and Trade Expansion" See more details on the workshop's programme and concept note: https://lnkd.in/dHeYJAfH https://lnkd.in/d9cjph6R

"REPOA has been at the centre stage of amplifying collaborative efforts in reviewing and shaping national policies and strategies," says Zanzibar's Minister of Trade & Industrial Development, Hon. Omar Said Shaaban at REPOA's 28th Annual Research Workshop here in Arusha today. Watch LIVE: https://t.co/bDFFfYYV02 THEME: "Pursuit for Sustained Growth and Trade Expansion" See more details on the workshop's programme and concept note: https://lnkd.in/dHeYJAfH https://lnkd.in/d9cjph6R

"As REPOA we look forward to continued collaboration in efforts to promote the use of research-based evidence to inform policies and interventions in Africa," says REPOA's Board Chairperson, Prof. Rwekaza Mukandala.

"CRDB Bank Plc also subscribes to this year's 28th Annual Research Workshop theme - "Pursuit for Sustained Growth and Trade Expansion," says Mr. Gerald Kamugisha - Head of Trade & Transactional Banking at the bank.

"The EU is the top trading partner and the largest export market for African counties.," says Norwegian Ambassador to Tanzania, H.E. Tone Tonnies at REPOA's 28th Annual Research Workshop happening here in Arusha from 29-30 October 2024. H.E. Tonnies made the remarks representing REPOA's core partners at the workshop, i.e., Embassy of Sweden and Embassy Ireland. See details below ⬇️

Keynote speaker 2 at the ongoing, REPOA's 28th Annual Research Workshop, TRALAC Chief Executive Officer, Ms. Trudy Hartzenberg from South Africa says: "Intra-Africa trade has remained limited at only 16%. Yet, value addition to the African resources, i.e., critical minerals, agricultural products, does not take place on the continent at any measurable development degree. THEME: "Pursuit for Sustained Growth and Trade Expansion" See more details on the workshop's programme and concept note: https://lnkd.in/dHeYJAfH https://lnkd.in/d9cjph6R

Six institutions partner to host REPOA’s 28th Annual Research Workshop (ARW)   Theme: Pursuit for Sustained Growth and Trade Expansion REPOA holds its 28th ARW in collaboration with the Ministry of Industry and Trade (Tanzania), the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) and the East African Community Secretariat (EAC), the CRDB Bank, TradeMark Africa (TMA), Tanzania Horticultural Association (TAHA), and the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT). The workshop targets between 150 and 200 participants strategically selected to represent relevant stakeholders from Tanzania, EAC member states, and from regional and continental economic communities and development agencies. The guest of honour was Hon. Dr. Doto Mashaka BITEKO, (MP), Deputy Prime Minister of the United Republic of Tanzania and Minister of Energy, and was represented by Minister of Industry and Trade, Hon. Dr. Selemani Jafo. REPOA and the collaborating partners are jointly seeking to examine one of the foundational priorities of Tanzania’s and partner countries’ integration into the global economy through sustained growth, trade expansion and economic competitiveness. The workshop also offers a timely review of the implementation progress of the AfCFTA and the underlying regional trade and economic integration frameworks, plus the economic and trade cooperation between the Global North and the Global South.    REPOAExecutive Director, Dr. Donald Mmari gives the welcoming remarks. ⬇️

Day 2 of the much-anticipated REPOA's 28th Annual Research Workshop has just begun. You can join us LIVE via this link: https://lnkd.in/dUSbqcdW

Today, we unveiled our Strategic Plan 2025-2029 to development partners, setting the stage for impactful research and transformative policy work in #Tanzania and beyond. "We are excited to share with our partners and all stakeholders the sixth Strategic Plan covering 2025-2029. Almost 30 years after REPOA was established as an independent research institution, we are delighted that we continue to make a meaningful contribution towards the development of evidence-informed policies and to the strengthening of capacity of the policy-research ecosystem. "Whilst at inception our focus was on poverty alleviation strategies by building and strengthening policy research capacity in Tanzania, which resulted in the name “research for poverty alleviation” whose name REPOA was as an acronym, today our scope has expanded to include a much broader offering. REPOA has moved from being an acronym to being our identity. Whilst the institution remains committed to supporting initiatives to reduce poverty, its scope and approach have evolved in recognition of the multifaceted drivers of poverty and its undeniable relationships with development. The thrust of the institution’s work is grounded in promoting socio-economic transformation essential for inclusive and sustainable development. We are motivated by our desire to see improved livelihoods for all citizens – something that you will see further reiterated in our sharpened Theory of Change (ToC)," said our Executive Director, Dr. Donald Mmari. Thank you all who joined us today—your continued partnership is so valued and essential to achieving the shared vision! 🌍🤝 #Development #StrategicPlan #Research #Partnerships