Wars in Ukraine and Middle East show need for more intra-Africa trade

Conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East have disrupted global supply chains and are affecting food security in Africa.

The inflationary pressure brought about by these wars means the continent needs to boost food production and ramp up intra-Africa trade, says Wamkele Mene, secretary-general of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). ..

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