In a significant move to bolster intra-African trade, the Secretariat of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and Zenith Bank Plc. Recently signed an MOU to develop a comprehensive online portal. The initiative aims to consolidate trade-related data and simplify business transactions across the continent, marking a pivotal step in making AfCFTA more operational.

The portal will provide a one-stop interface offering country-specific and product-centric information pertinent to AfCFTA and will feature:

• A user-friendly interface that ensures timely and accurate data access for all economic players;
• Business transaction capabilities centered around investments;
• A comprehensive source for trade, and business information; and
• A platform fostering connectivity amongst African traders, bridging regional gaps.

The collaboration will help reduce operational costs while ensuring sustainable and inclusive growth across the continent.