There is need to enhance intra-Africa trade - HH
By Daily Star Reporter
5/25/2023 6:36:12 AM
President Hakainde Hichilema has stressed the need for intra-Africa trade to be enhanced.
The President said the enhancement of the said trade will promote sustainable growth and development.
He said political freedom must be accompanied by economic freedom adding that today’s Africa Freedom Day presents an opportunity for Zambia to join the rest of the continent to celebrate freedom.
The Head of State said this year’s Africa Freedom Day theme of “Acceleration of the African Continental Free Trade Area implementation” recognizes the need to drive trade and investments among African countries to achieve strong and sustainable development.
The President said this will lead to more jobs, greater wealth and improved welfare of citizens.
He added that it will also provide access to regional and global markets for Zambian businesses.
The Head of State said the country has resolved to maximize the benefits of the African Continental Free Trade area with the 1.3 billion population and $3.4 trillion value.
The President said the enhancement of the said trade will promote sustainable growth and development.
He said political freedom must be accompanied by economic freedom adding that today’s Africa Freedom Day presents an opportunity for Zambia to join the rest of the continent to celebrate freedom.
The Head of State said this year’s Africa Freedom Day theme of “Acceleration of the African Continental Free Trade Area implementation” recognizes the need to drive trade and investments among African countries to achieve strong and sustainable development.
The President said this will lead to more jobs, greater wealth and improved welfare of citizens.
He added that it will also provide access to regional and global markets for Zambian businesses.
The Head of State said the country has resolved to maximize the benefits of the African Continental Free Trade area with the 1.3 billion population and $3.4 trillion value.