RWANDA:Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini has urged African States to speed-up textile and automobiles agreements under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA),Government online platforms reported on Wednesday
The Prime Minister was speaking during the 2nd AfCFTA Business Forum, widely known as Biashara Africa,in Kigali,Rwanda where he “is representing King Mswati.
“Our convening here in Kigali today for the second edition of the business forum marks a crucial step in our journey towards economic integration in Africa. Reflecting on our path, we recall the historic milestones that have shaped the African Continental Free Trade Area.Despite these accomplishments, we must confront a stark reality: Africa accounts for only 3% of global trade and intra-African trade stands at a mere 15%. These figures are not just statistics; they are a call to action. They highlight the immense untapped potential that our continent holds and underscore the urgent need for transformative solutions.Today, our resolve is further tested by the triple Cs: Covid, Conflict, and Climate,”said the Prime Minister.
Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini urges African States to conclude textile and automobiles trade agreements under the African Continental Free Trade Area (Pic:Gov).