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ECA | African Trade Policy Centre (ATPC) @ATPC2

Africa-based Centre of excellence and continental hub for the development of trade policies that address Africa’s aspirations for economic transformation

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The @AfCFTA is a historic step — the world’s largest free trade area by no. of countries. But what next? 📘 ARIA XI charts Africa’s path toward a Continental Customs Union & Common Market: the next bold frontier in our integration journey. 📖 Read report: aria-report.org/
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The #AfCFTA is central to Africa’s economic transformation and a key opportunity for stronger Canada–Africa trade ties. ATPC supports AfCFTA implementation to boost intra-African trade and strengthen value chains. Report link 👇 sencanada.ca/content/sen/com…
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ATPC @UNECA_org stands ready to work with @ExportDevCanada and @SDC_TCS to support Canadian companies investing in or trading with Africa—leveraging #AfCFTA opportunities to build resilient value chains, de-risk investment, and promote inclusive growth. 🌍🤝 #CanadaAfrica
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As Canada diversifies trade and Africa advances industrialisation, evidence-based trade policy matters more than ever. ATPC works with partners, including Canada, to de-risk investment, strengthen institutions, and unlock Africa’s $3 trillion #AfCFTA market for shared growth.
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Canada’s Standing Senate Committee highlights Canada’s key role in supporting the AfCFTA—from ideas to implementation. Through long-term support to ATPC at UNECA and $15.2M (2021–2026), Canada continues to back Africa’s trade priorities. #AfCFTA #CanadaAfrica #AfricaTrade
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Les 4–5 déc. 2025, à Nouakchott, avec l’appui de la CEA/CAPC et le soutien du Japon, la Mauritanie valide le Guide étape par étape ZLECAf pour le commerce des marchandises, au profit des PME, des jeunes et des femmes. #ZLECAf #AfCFTA #Mauritanie #CEA #Japon
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The AU Mission and African Group in Geneva met today in Chavannes-de-Bogis to prepare for #MC14, to be held in Yaoundé, Cameroon, in March 2026. Amb. Nono welcomed partners’ support, incl. @eca_official. Amb. Saranga stressed Africa’s interests aligned with #Agenda2063 & #AfCFTA.
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We opened the AfCFTA Digital Technologies Capacity-Building Workshop (25–27 Nov) with ECA, TradeMark Africa, and partners. Africa has a real opportunity to build an integrated digital market — where trust, connectivity and innovation drive inclusive growth. #AfCFTA #DigitalTrade
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We convened the ARIA XI Dissemination Event with Member States and partners from ECA, AfDB and AUC. Key message: Africa’s integration is achievable, and implementing the AfCFTA is essential to advance toward a continental customs union. #ARIAXI #AfCFTA #AUC
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Strengthening Africa’s digital trade capacity under the AfCFTA. ECA, ATPC, IDEP, TMA and Google are launching a new initiative to equip officials and women-led MSMEs with the digital skills needed to boost intra-African trade and build inclusive regional value chains. #AfCFTA
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ECA
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18 Nov 2025
At the RCO Economists Learning Workshop, ES @ClaverGatete reflected on Africa’s “second wave” of high indebtedness and the limits of the Common Framework, stressing that countries cannot wait years for relief without risking macroeconomic and political instability.
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Driving Regional Integration Through Innovation 🌍 Frontier technologies can accelerate Africa’s regional integration and sustainable growth. The 4th Committee (18–19 Nov, Addis Ababa) will provide strategic dialogue and guidance. #ECA #UnitedNations #RegionalIntegration
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Overcoming Barriers to Digital Transformation 📌 Regulatory harmonization, skills, R&D and affordable finance are essential. The AfCFTA Digital Trade Protocol will be central to unlocking opportunities. #ECA #AfCFTA #DigitalTrade #InnovationPolicy
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RT @JoyKategekwa: As the curtain drew on #LuandaSummit, i left with immense hope: for an Africa unyielding in its resolve to finance its in…
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Frontier tech—AI, IoT, blockchain, biotech & renewables—can unlock innovation, trade & integration across Africa. Global market may hit $16.4T by 2033. Join the 4th Committee Meeting, 18–19 Nov, Addis Ababa, to explore how. #AfCFTA #Agenda2063 #DigitalAfrica #ECA
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🌍 Leveraging frontier technologies and innovation is key to advancing regional integration for sustainable and inclusive growth across Africa. From AI to clean energy, digital transformation is shaping the continent’s future. #ECA #UnitedNations #Innovation #RegionalIntegration
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Women drive Africa’s trade, yet many still lack access to affordable finance. Join us on 3 Nov 2025 for the Virtual Solutions Session to explore digital tools that foster inclusive trade under the #AfCFTA. 🔗 Register: forms.office.com/Pages/Respo… #Africa #Trade #WomenInTrade
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Theme spotlight: “Leveraging frontier technologies and innovation to advance regional integration for sustainable and inclusive growth.” At #CPRTIIT4, experts and policymakers will explore how innovation can transform Africa’s future. #ECA #FrontierTechnologies #SustainableGrowth
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ECA | African Trade Policy Centre (ATPC) retweeted
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28 Aug 2025
Ethiopia aims for $9.4B in export earnings by 2025/26, up from $8.3B last year. This September, the country will launch its first exports under the #AfCFTA — marking a key milestone for regional trade integration. #Africa #Trade #Ethiopia Read more: press.et/herald/?p=121412
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ECA | African Trade Policy Centre (ATPC) retweeted
AU-Economic Dev't,Trade,Tourism Industry &Minerals@AU_ETTIM
27 Aug 2025
📢 One week to go! 🚀 The AU Pavilion at #IATF2025 will spotlight youth innovators, women entrepreneurs, and SMEs driving Africa’s growth. Don’t miss it! 🌍✨
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