Namibia has begun trading under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) following the completion of its Provisional Schedules of Tariff Concessions (PSTC).

Namibia’s Ambassador to France, Albertus !Aochamub, challenged global stakeholders to rethink their engagement with Africa, saying that the continent is no longer a future promise but a present force in the global economy.

!Aochamub said that Africa has been framed as a continent in waiting for too long.

The Minister of International Relations and Cooperation says Africa is becoming increasingly interconnected, strengthening the continent's resolve to achieve a united continent.

A towering figure in the fight against Apartheid, a gallant comrade in the liberation struggle, and a true statesman who dedicated his life in service to Namibia.

The Namibia Trade Forum (NTF) is confident that the art of writing has the potential to positively disrupt the market on the African continent and beyond.
 

As a member of the Africa Continental Free Trade Area Agreement (AfCFTA), Namibia is ready to champion initiatives that target women and youth participation in key economic sectors.

South Africa's Deputy Director-General for Trade and Investment has emphasised that the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement provides a significant opportunity for Africa through the promotion of intra-Africa trade and enables governments to make crucial decisions to support businesses.

The Namibian delegation met with the Secretary General of the African Continental Free Trade Area Secretariat, Wamkele Mene, on the sidelines of the Assembly.

The Southern African Customs Union has presented a tariff offer to the African Continental Free Trade Area pleading for a reduction in tariff rates. 

This is to ensure that the SACU business community leverage on the benefits of the AfCFTA while encouraging intra-Africa trade.

The Erongo Region remains an active hub of economic development as it houses key industries such as the fishing sector, mining, logistics and transport, as well as tourism.