Business News of Wednesday, 27 May 2020Source: thebusinessonline.netWe cannot defer plans on AfCFTA - Ayorkor Botchwey urges African leadersShirley Ayorkor Botchwey, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional IntegrationThe Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, has underscored the need for Ghana and other African countries to work towards the operationalisation of the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) despite the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Even in the era of a challenging pandemic, Africa remains confident and dynamic in the pursuit of its aspirations for a better future for its citizens, Ayorkor Botchwey noted. According to the Foreign Affairs Minister, COVID-19 presents another major test of the resolve of the African Union and its member states to grow intra-Africa trade. “While dealing with the pandemic and saving lives, Africa cannot defer urgent action on plans and programmes that will advance continental trade and development. Ghana was selected to host the secretariat of AfCFTA, giving the country a pivotal role in overseeing the implementation of the agreement.

Source: GhanaWeb May 27, 2020 11:26 UTC