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Introducing the PAFTRAC Africa CEO Trade Survey Report 2024: Assessing the Impact of the AfCFTA on African Trade

By December 17, 2024No Comments

On behalf of PAFTRAC, the African Business Roundtable (ABR)  is delighted to present the PAFTRAC Africa CEO Trade Survey Report 2024. This fourth edition offers valuable insights into the perspectives of Africa’s top business executives as they navigate the dynamic landscape of international trade.

Africa is at a pivotal moment, with the AfCFTA poised to create a $3.4 trillion single market for goods and services, impacting 1.7 billion people. This report provides a roadmap for policymakers, business leaders, and stakeholders to bridge the gap between AfCFTA’s potential and its achievements thus far.

Key Features of the Report:

  • Comprehensive Analysis: Explore the transformative impact of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) on trade within Africa, with detailed evaluations of current dynamics and future prospects.
  • CEO Perspectives: Gain insights from nearly 1,400 senior executives as they address opportunities and challenges shaping African trade, including global economic shifts and local security concerns.
  • Sector-Specific Trends: Stay updated on developments in key sectors such as agribusiness, mining, financial services, manufacturing, technology, telecoms, pharmaceuticals and transport & logistics.
  • Policy Insights: Access actionable recommendations to foster trade and economic growth, with a focus on infrastructure development, financial accessibility, and regulatory harmonization.

Click here to download the full report and explore its transformative insights.

The PAFTRAC Africa CEO Trade Survey Report 2024 was developed by the Pan-African Private Sector Trade and Investment Committee (PAFTRAC) in collaboration with esteemed partners, including:

  • African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD)
  • African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat
  • African Business
  • African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank)
  • International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC)
  • International Trade Centre (ITC)
  • Botho Emerging Markets Group
  • Arab-Africa Trade Bridges (AATB) Program

About PAFTRAC

The Pan-African Private Sector Trade and Investment Committee (PAFTRAC) is a collaborative platform that brings together Africa’s private sector to drive trade and investment across the continent. It provides a unified voice for African businesses on key policy issues, promotes intra-African trade, and supports the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). PAFTRAC engages stakeholders, including policymakers and international partners, to enhance Africa’s global trade presence and foster economic growth. Click here to learn more about PAFTRAC.

Mr. Samuel Dossou Aworet, President of the African Business Roundtable (ABR), serves as Vice Chairman of PAFTRAC’s Executive Committee, lending his leadership and expertise to this transformative mission.

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