A connected and prosperous Africa
Visit African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is a unique opportunity to transform the continent's trade and economy. Its objective: remove trade barriers between African countries in order to boost intra-African trade.
Key benefits
Access to a huge market
With 1.4 billion consumers, the FTAAfZ is the world's largest free trade zone.
Cost reduction
Lower customs duties = cheaper products for consumers + higher profits for companies.
Job creation
Millions of jobs are expected in agriculture, industry, digital technology, etc.
Enhanced competitiveness
African companies will be able to modernize and face up to global competition.
Innovation and industrialization
Countries are encouraged to process their raw materials locally, rather than exporting them in their raw state.
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