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Digital intelligence for African trade

Trade across Africa with intelligence.

TAAI connects trade regulations, market intelligence, documentation, logistics and transaction evidence — so you know where to trade, what's required, and how to get it done.

Live trade path● Intelligence active
China
SHENZHEN
→
DR Congo
GOMA
Trade ProductSolar Panels & Inverters
Market↑ 482% YoY
Logistics⚠ High Risk
Compliance✓ Mapped
Finance✓ AfDB-backed
Real case · Real data

The Solar Case, step by step.

A trader wants to import solar panels from China and sell them in Goma, DR Congo. Here is what TAAI produces for that trade.

① Market demand

China's solar exports to DR Congo grew +482% YoY in Q1 2026 — DR Congo is now Africa's 4th-largest importer. Source: China Customs / Agence Ecofin.

② Route & freight

Shenzhen → Mombasa (40HQ sea freight $3,700–$4,500), then overland Mombasa → Goma at ~$3.00/km. Source: 2024 East Africa Logistics Performance Index.

⚠ ③ Risk alert

Goma is currently in an armed-conflict zone. Primary commercial routes are severed. TAAI recommends re-routing or waiting.

④ Compliance

Entry to DR Congo requires a FERI certificate ($150–$300). Import duties: 5–20% CIF plus 16% VAT. Source: OGEFREM.

⑤ Finance

AfDB approved a $10M trade finance guarantee to BOA-DRC for SME imports of energy equipment. A trader can apply for an LC there.

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