Push for AfCFTA implementation to mitigate impact of US-Iran war

The ongoing US-Iran conflict disproportionately affects developing countries through trade disruptions. Africa contributes only 3% to global trade and remains a primary raw materials supplier, exacerbating imbalances. The article advocates for accelerating the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) implementation to promote intra-African trade and economic diversification. Kenya, with President Ruto as chair of the AfCFTA Heads of State Committee, is positioned as a regional champion.