AfCFTA Secretary-General engages EU Ambassadors on implementation progress
Date: 2026-04-11
By: Nana Appiah Acquaye
The
Secretary-General of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)
Secretariat, Wamkele Mene has held a strategic meeting with Ambassadors of
European Union member states to Ghana to provide updates on the progress of the
continental trade agreement.
H.E
Wamkele Mene briefed the diplomats on ongoing implementation efforts, outlining
key milestones and priorities as the AfCFTA continues to advance regional
economic integration.
During
the engagement, he expressed appreciation to the European Commission for its
continued technical and financial support to the AfCFTA Secretariat,
particularly through the EU Technical Assistance Facility.
The
meeting provided a platform for dialogue on critical aspects of implementation,
especially within the context of evolving global economic and trade dynamics.
EU ambassadors welcomed the opportunity for engagement, commended the progress achieved so far, and reaffirmed their commitment to supporting the successful implementation of the AfCFTA.
The
discussions underscored the importance of sustained international partnerships
in driving the objectives of the trade agreement and strengthening Africa’s
position in global commerce.
