African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)
2 Feb
The United States (U.S.) government said it has contributed $160 million to support the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and expand trade in goods and services between the U.S. and Africa.
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The Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD) has unveiled its inaugural "Trade Champions of African Descent Worldwide" list, recognising 100 exceptional individuals driving economic progress across continents. This groundbreaking list celebrates the achievements of Africans and their descendants who are making waves in diverse sectors like finance, technology, energy, and agriculture. From CEOs forging…
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The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) secretariat said the automotive industry is one of four priority sectors that offer opportunities to boost intra-African trade. A representative of the secretariat, Themba Khumalo, said this during the Auto Forum held on the third day of the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF 2023) in Cairo, Egypt. He emphasised…
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