WHY DOESN’T AFRICA TRADE MORE WITH ITSELF?

Africa is home to 54 countries, enormous natural resources, growing populations, and some of the world’s fastest-growing markets. Yet, a significant share of African countries’ trade is still conducted with countries outside the continent. So why don’t African countries trade more with each other? In this episode of Society & Diplomacy with Halima Abdullah, we explore the reasons behind Africa’s relatively low levels of intra-African trade and what this means for businesses, consumers, jobs, economic growth, and Africa’s future. We look at: Why African countries often import from outside the continent The role of infrastructure, transport and logistics Trade costs, tariffs and currency challenges Why production and manufacturing capacity matter What makes it difficult for African businesses to access neighbouring markets The role of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) What greater African trade could mean for ordinary people The question isn’t simply “Why don’t we trade more?” It is also: What would need to change for Africans to trade more with one another? Welcome to Society & Diplomacy — Where Global Issues Meet Everyday Life. Watch, think, and join the conversation. #SocietyAndDiplomacy #HalimaAbdullah  #afcfta  #AfricanTrade #IntraAfricanTrade #internationaltrade #africaneconomy  #diplomacy #governance Where Global Issues Meet Everyday Lives.