Africa Continental Free Trade Agreement

Ethiopia passes continental free trade deal

February 2, 2019February 2, 2019 newbusinessethiopia

The Council of Minister of Ethiopia today approves the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA), which envisages creating the largest common market in the world.

Moving Africa Free Trade Area deal with quick win solutions

December 6, 2018December 6, 2018 newbusinessethiopia

A total of 44 African nations signed the landmark African Continental Free Trade agreement earlier this year, with only 12 out of the required 22 countries ratifying the accord, but policy makers say there is time enough – and practical solutions – to move the process ahead.

Addis Ababa to host continental trade meeting

November 26, 2018November 26, 2018 newbusinessethiopia

African countries seeking to reduce the cost, time and complexity of interregional and international trade in goods will gather tomorrow for the First African Forum for National Trade Facilitation Committees in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.