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Africa-based Centre of excellence and continental hub for the development of trade policies that address Africa’s aspirations for economic transformation
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Joined October 2011
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: https://t.co/8WVKY9VlLB
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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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Did You Know: Extensive testing has confirmed that recycled rubber is environmentally resistant — ensuring that it remains resilient throughout the year. Recycled rubber preserves existing drainage systems and keeps surfaces safe to use after bad weather, without requiring
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As the curtain drew on #LuandaSummit, i left with immense hope: for an Africa unyielding in its resolve to finance its infrastructure & build partnerships taking us further, faster thru investments in integrated trade - enabling corridors. The AfCFTA can expect a major boost!
At the 3rd Luanda Finance Summit, @AfDB_Group Regional Integration Director @JoyKategekwa underscored the vital role of regional integration through the lens of the Lobito Corridor. The African Development Fund has approved a US$500 million grant to help de-risk investment 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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Skullcap is coming to the apothecary on Friday at 11am CST! Known for rejuvenating the nervous system, calming restless minds and bodies, and encouraging restful sleep, Skullcap is one to support better bedtimes for all ages ✨
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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: https://t.co/rfaiftsmQT
#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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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: https://t.co/XwmBbLV94B
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📘 Capítulo 7 – Instituciones y Recursos 🔧 Para construir la Unión Aduanera y el Mercado Común se necesita: 🎯 liderazgo fuerte 🏛️ instituciones eficaces 💡 soluciones 💰 ¿Recursos? 📦 usar estructuras existentes 💸 financiamiento innovador (tasas, fondos, filantropía)
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📘 Capítulo 7 – Instituições e Recursos 🔧 Construir a União Aduaneira e o Mercado Comum exige: 🎯 liderança forte 🏛️ instituições eficientes 💡 soluções africanas 💰 Recursos? 📦 usar estruturas já existentes 💸 financiamento inovador (taxas, fundos, filantropia) #AfCFTA
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📘 Capítulo 6 – Mercado Común y Barreras 🚫 Las barreras no arancelarias (BNA) y las medidas no arancelarias (MNA) frenan el comercio. Problemas: ⚖️ reglas confusas 📋 burocracia 🔁 superposición de normas Soluciones: 🌐 transparencia 🔧 armonización 🤝 voluntad política
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Another solid night, wish the CFB game didn't start so slow. Not sure what they were doing in the 1H, the offenses were really bad, but the 2H is how I thought the game would be. Still almost went over Nice 11-3 run the past 3 days. Won 3 in a row CBB. Won 3 in a row NBA.
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Happening Now!!! Public Lecture organized by @UnzaOfficial (Department of Economics), @ECASROSA and the @UNDPZambia under the theme: Advancing the Implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (#AfCFTA): Proposing Transformative Strategic Actions. Also happening is
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7/7 The role of data collectors ICBT data is gathered by enumerators at border posts and markets. They observe, record, interview, and estimate trade flows using: 📋 Questionnaires ⚖️ Scales 📱 Tablets They are the unsung heroes of data. #FieldData #ICBT #AfricaTrade
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6/7 What does ICBT exclude? ICBT does not include: ❌ Fully declared goods ❌ Goods in transit ❌ Temporary imports (e.g. samples, repairs) 📊 The goal is to capture only the unrecorded flows. #TradeStats #ICBT #Customs #BorderEconomy
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5/7 What does ICBT include? ICBT includes: ✔️ Goods carried across borders by foot, bike, vehicle, boat ✔️ Undeclared goods at official crossings ✔️ Items traded at border markets It’s real trade—just not officially counted. #ICBT #TradeInAfrica #UnrecordedEconomy
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4/7 Why a common methodology? Each country collects ICBT data differently—or not at all. 📐 A continental methodology ensures: ✔️ Comparable data ✔️ Better regional planning ✔️ Evidence-based policy Let’s speak the same data language. #ICBT #Harmonization #AfricaUnion #TradeData
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3/7 Women and ICBT 👩🏾🌾 Women are major players in ICBT across Africa—trading agricultural goods, textiles, and everyday items. But without disaggregated data, their role is undervalued in policy. 📊 ICBT data must include gender dimensions. #WomenInTrade #ICBT #AfricaData
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2/7 Why does ICBT matter? 💡 ICBT supports livelihoods, fuels local economies, and plays a key role in food security. Yet it’s largely invisible in national statistics. 🔍 We can’t manage what we don’t measure. #InformalTrade #ICBT #DataMatters #AfricaIntegration
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1/7 What is Informal Cross-Border Trade (ICBT)? It’s the trade of goods/services between African countries not captured in official records—often carried on foot, bikes, or small vehicles. 📉 Without ICBT data, Africa’s trade picture is incomplete. #ICBT #AfricaTrade #AfCFTA
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