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[Munya Hoto @its_hot_o]

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[ECA | African Trade Policy Centre (ATPC) @ATPC2]

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.

[ECA | African Trade Policy Centre (ATPC) @ATPC2]

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

[ECA | African Trade Policy Centre (ATPC) @ATPC2]

Peace and security are the foundation of Africa’s economic transformation. ATPC recognizes Canada’s support for African-led peace efforts, good governance, and youth empowerment as key to the #AfCFTA’s success—unlocking inclusive development and shared prosperity. #CanadaAfrica

[ECA | African Trade Policy Centre (ATPC) @ATPC2]

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.

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[ECA | African Trade Policy Centre (ATPC) @ATPC2]

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

[👑S.A.L.A.K.O🕊 @UnkleAyo]

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They were asked to explain each other's PhD.

Academic validation sweet die. If you like, go marry mumu.

[Queen of BaTonga👑 @The_Tonga_Queen]

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[CSEA Africa @csea_afric]

For the millions of women already shaping Africa’s trade landscape through informal and grassroots networks, the question is not whether they are ready for AfCFTA. The real question is whether AfCFTA is ready to support them.

The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is seen as a game-changer for Africa's economies, potentially generating $450 billion in income and lifting 30 million people out of extreme poverty by 2035, according to the World Bank. However, these benefits are mostly aspirational for the millions of women, who represent about 70% of informal cross-border trade in West and Central Africa.

In this new article by CSEA researchers; Thelma Obiakor (Senior Research Fellow), Bisong Anthony Ekpang (Research Associate), Obiageli (Oby) Ekwunwa (Research Intern), examined the impact of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) on women traders in Africa, highlighting how women are essential to informal cross-border trade yet face significant barriers to participation in formal trade. They explored issues such as institutional neglect, lack of representation in trade governance, and the challenges women encounter, including harassment, limited access to finance, and inadequate support structures.

To read full article, click the link https://t.co/GeA3Kqx2KJ

[AfCFTA Secretariat Official @AfCFTA]

Congratulations to the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia on Gazetting Its AfCFTA Provisional Schedule of Tariff Concessions (PSTCs)!

What does it mean to gazette or domesticate a trade commitment? It is an official announcement that enhances transparency, ensuring that businesses, organisations, and citizens are informed of new regulations coming into force. This marks a key step towards the full implementation of the AfCFTA Agreement.

For traders, this provides clarity and certainty, confirming that Ethiopia will grant preferential tariff treatment to eligible goods upon importation, in line with its commitments under the AfCFTA Agreement.

#AfCFTA #CreatingOneAfricanMarket

[ECA | African Trade Policy Centre (ATPC) @ATPC2]

We are set for the Validation of Ethiopia’s 🇪🇹 @AfCFTA Implementation Strategy!
The event kicks off shortly in Addis Ababa, bringing together key stakeholders to chart the path from strategy to implementation.
@MoTRI_Ethiopia @fdrepsi, @ECA_OFFICIAL @CanadaEthiopia 🇨🇦 @MelakuD

[António Guterres @antonioguterres]

The conflict between Israel & Iran is escalating rapidly with a terrible toll, killing & injuring civilians, devastating homes & civilian infrastructure, attacking nuclear facilities.

The expansion of this conflict could ignite a fire that no one can control.

We must not let that happen.

[ECA | African Trade Policy Centre (ATPC) @ATPC2]

2/2 🚨 @MelakuD further noted: “Strategies don’t implement themselves.”

The real work begins now—coordinated, whole-of-government action is key. The #AfCFTA National Implementation Committee will play a vital role.

@ECA_OFFICIAL stands ready to support.
@MoTRI_Ethiopia

[ECA | African Trade Policy Centre (ATPC) @ATPC2]

1/2 In his opening, @eca_official’s @MelakuD applauded @MoTRI_Ethiopia 🇪🇹 for leading the validation of one of the most comprehensive #AfCFTA strategies—covering all 8 protocols incl. digital trade & women & youth.
A roadmap for inclusive, trade-led growth.
@fdrepsi @AfCFTA

[ECA | African Trade Policy Centre (ATPC) @ATPC2]

🇪🇹 “This is not a ceremonial milestone. It is a call to action.” — H.E. Dr. Kassahun Gofe, Minister of Trade & Regional Integration @MoTRI_Ethiopia, at the validation of Ethiopia's @AfCFTA Strategy.

Ethiopia is moving from strategy to purposeful implementation!
@ECA_OFFICIAL

[Melaku Geboye Desta @MelakuD]

Finally, the Ethiopian Government, led by its Ministry of Trade and Regional Integration, is holding a workshop to validate and launch its AfCFTA implementation strategy, which was developed with the support of ⁦@ECA_OFFICIAL⁩ ⁦@ATPC2⁩ & the Policy Studies Institute.

[ECASROSA @ECASROSA]

#HappeningNow in #Gaborone, #Botswana: Validation Workshop for the #AfCFTA National Implementation Strategy for Botswana,27 May 25 convened by @OfficialMTIBW in collaboration with @ATPC2 and @ECASROSA

Details: https://t.co/9SHbob0dFg

@BWGovernment @BWPresidency @UN_Botswana

[Razia Aliani @RaziaAliani]

You know that feeling when your advisor says 'but what's the gap?' & your mind goes blank Here's your rescue!
Learn your Gap types & how to address them ⤵️

— Theoretical: when theories fail to explain reality
— Methodological: when current methods fall short
— Empirical: when we lack evidence to explain something
— Conceptual: when key definitions are muddy
— Temporal: when research hasn't kept up with changes
— Spatial: when studies ignore geographic differences
— Literature: when studies fail to build on existing knowledge

Each has distinct ways to address them.
What most miss?
Connecting MULTIPLE gap types creates the strongest research justification.

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[Harvard University @Harvard]

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