Nairobi, Feb. 13 -- TradeMark Africa has received a $63 million (Sh9.9 billion) grant from the Netherlands towards sustainable and inclusive trade initiatives in the continent.

The investment running to 2030 will help strengthen trade systems, benefitting local traders and Dutch businesses, fueling economic growth, and nurturing sustainable livelihoods across various sectors in Africa.

"The government of the Netherlands, through its Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in a significant boost to global trade development, has announced a $63 million funding to TradeMark Africa, a leading aid-for-trade organisation," read a statement from TradeMark, formerly TradeMark East Africa.

The investment is expected to improve market access for local prod...