Spotlight on Africa’s Free Trade Future

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The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) was under the microscope at a high-level symposium hosted by Nedlac and the Labour Research Service in Johannesburg. Delegates from 12 African countries agreed the trade pact could unlock growth, jobs, and integration. But concerns remain will AfCFTA fuel industrialisation, or accelerate job losses and informalisation? Phemelo unpacks the debate with voices from labour and business, including Nobuntu Sibisi, Executive Manager at Nedlac

Etienne Vlok, National Industrial Policy Officer at the South African Clothing and Textile Workers Union and Dr Hod Anyigba, Director at International Trade Union Confederation – Africa Chapter.
9 Sep 2025 4PM English South Africa Education · Careers

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