In the recent years, there has been an upsurge in the number of countries that are mainstreaming gender equality concerns in their trade and investment agreements. These recent developments challenge the long-standing assumption that trade,…
At World Trade Organization (WTO), nothing is agreed until everything is agreed and until everyone agrees at the negotiating tables, and that ‘magic’ moment has been difficult to arrive at. Some WTO Members have argued that if all Members cannot…
The Covid-19 pandemic has deepened the existing gender inequalities. In particular, it has dealt a significant blow to women entrepreneurs, as it has magnified the pre-pandemic disadvantages women have faced in the economic, social, financial and…
In today’s interconnected global environment, the significance of trade facilitation in propelling international trade and fostering economic growth cannot be overstated. It focuses on creating an environment that promotes smoother, faster, and more…
ABSTRACT Regional trade and integration present significant opportunities for fostering networking interactions, expanding intra-regional trade, and accessing new markets. However, the historical progress of the Southern African Development…