Increasing Intra-African Trade: Can the AFCFTA be the Game Changer?

This book tackles one of Africa’s most pressing questions: how to translate the promise of continental integration into measurable economic outcomes. Using the TRADE-DSM (Decision Support Model) alongside product space methodology, the book identifies actionable trade opportunities, offering a roadmap for export diversification and economic transformation. Case studies from Rwanda, South Africa, Tunisia, and the Economic Community of Central African States illustrate practical strategies for overcoming barriers such as infrastructure gaps, high logistics costs, and limited productive capacity.

Combining analytical rigor with strong policy relevance, this volume is an essential resource for researchers, policymakers, trade officials, and private-sector leaders navigating Africa’s evolving trade landscape. Its launch reflects the WTO Chair’s commitment to translating research into real-world impact, accelerating intra-African trade, and strengthening continental economic integration.