The coming into effect of the AfCFTA on 1st January 2021 presents a sustainable and inclusive framework for agribusiness. The agreement is particularly important to the majority of female traders who were mostly involved in informal cross-border trading. The operationalization of continental free trade agreement provides opportunities such as high economies of scale, access to affordable inputs, and strengthens linkages and partnerships such as between researchers, producers, and consumers across Africa. However, there is still a need for advocacy especially to the grassroots farmers in order that they equally benefit from AfCFTA.
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