As Ethiopia continues on the complex journey towards accession to the World Trade Organization (WTO), the importance of informed decision-making in trade policy cannot be overstated. Recognising this, ESAMI-trapca, with valuable support from Cowater International, recently conducted an advanced training program on statistical and econometric analysis for trade policy. The program was designed to empower...Read More
ESAMI-trapca is proud to have facilitated a crucial workshop as part of our project on Improving Trade Facilitation Measures and Increasing Regional Market Access for Malawi. We focused on raising awareness and sensitizing parliamentarians on the vital role of digitalization in trade, the implementation of the AfCFTA Digital Trade Protocol, and the vast benefits of...Read More
A group of Somali government officials recently concluded a comprehensive training program on economic diplomacy, focusing on enhancing their capacity to represent the nation’s interests in World Trade Organization (WTO) negotiations and regional trade forums. The training, facilitated by ESAMI-trapca and supported by the Enhanced Integrated Framework (EIF), aimed to equip officials with the necessary...Read More
As we celebrate International MSMEs Day 2024, ESAMI-trapca proudly acknowledges the pivotal role Micro, Small and Medium enterprises (MSMEs) play in the global economy, especially in Africa. MSMEs are the backbone of the continent’s economic landscape, believed to represent over 90% of businesses, contributing more than 50% to GDP, and accounting for approximately 63% of...Read More
ESAMI-trapca, the hub for trade-related capacity-building in Africa, is supporting Somalia’s accession to the World Trade Organization (WTO) and integration into the global, regional and continental trading arena. Last week, with generous support from the Enhance Integrated Framework (EIF), ESAMI-trapca successfully facilitated a comprehensive course on Data Analysis and Economic Modelling for trade for Somali...Read More
At ESAMI-trapca, we are passionate about empowering trade professionals with the sustainable and applied skills and knowledge they need to thrive in the global value and supply chains. This week, we had the privilege of capacitating Malawi with skills to effectively implement the AFCFTA Digital Trade Protocol and negotiate its Annexes, as well as participate...Read More
We were thrilled to welcome our new cohort of aspiring trade experts to the online TRP400 – MSc Pre-requisite Trade Policy and Trade Law course at ESAMI-trapca. This intensive program marks the beginning of an exciting journey into the intricate world of International Trade. The TRP400 course is designed to provide a comprehensive foundation in...Read More
Arusha, Tanzania, June 5th, 2024 – In commemoration of World Environment Day, ESAMI-trapca underscores the pivotal role that trade plays in promoting environmental conservation and sustainability. Trade, often viewed solely through an economic lens, is a powerful tool for global environmental protection. It facilitates the cross-border exchange of eco-friendly technologies, products, and services, accelerating the...Read More
Following the African Development Bank Group and the African Union Commission, along with Regional Economic Communities (RECs), DFIs, and other institutions, held a high-level technical meeting to craft a collaborative action plan for implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area Secretariat, Dr. Chekwoti, Head of Centre, ESAMI-trapca, offered the following insights. “A coordinated approach...Read More
