The 52nd session of the UN Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) is convening in Marrakech from March 20 to 26 under the theme: “fiscal policy, trade and the private sector in the digital era: a strategy for Africa”. The AfCFTA could soon reach the minimum required ratifications to come into effect since 19 countries have already ratified the agreement. We would want to be like Morocco at 25 percent so we can actually power growth”, she said. Speaking during the meeting, Zouhair Chorfi, Secretary General of Morocco’s economic and finance Ministry, said digitization is a great opportunity for Africa. Prof. Adedeji, a scholar, thinker and activist who was passionate about Africa’s development, is greatly respected for his leadership and contribution to changing the discourse of Africa’s development agenda.

Source: The North Africa Journal March 21, 2019 12:56 UTC