18% of Zimbabwean business revenue spent on regulatory costs hinders AfCFTA participation.

Zimbabwean businesses allocate nearly 18% of their revenue to regulatory costs, hindering their ability to participate effectively in the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). The AfCFTA seeks to provide access to Africa's $3.4 trillion GDP by reducing tariffs and trade barriers. Starting next year, Zimbabwe will begin preferential trading under the agreement, but experts warn that lowering regulatory costs is essential for enhancing competitiveness.

October 14, 2024
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