Mahama Champions Infrastructure Investment for AfCFTA Success
Former President John Dramani Mahama has highlighted the critical need for substantial infrastructure development across Africa to fully capitalize on the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). In a meeting with AfCFTA Secretary-General Wamkele Mene, Mahama stressed that without significant investment in essential infrastructure, the continent’s economic integration goals will be significantly hampered. This statement, shared on his Facebook page on July 19, 2025, underscores the fundamental role infrastructure plays in facilitating trade and economic growth within the AfCFTA framework.
President Mahama’s remarks centered on the necessity of bolstering Africa’s transport and digital infrastructure. He emphasized that inadequate connectivity acts as a major obstacle to the seamless exchange of goods and services. “To truly unlock the full potential of the AfCFTA Agreement, our continent needs massive investment in infrastructure,” Mahama stated. He pointed to the need for robust transportation networks, including improved roads and railways, alongside seamless digital connectivity. These are the “arteries of trade” that will facilitate the efficient movement of goods, services, and information across the continent. This perspective aligns with the growing understanding that robust digital infrastructure, in particular, is critical for African tech innovation and the success of digital trade within the AfCFTA.
The former President’s call for infrastructure development serves as a timely reminder of the foundational requirements for realizing the AfCFTA’s transformative potential. His focus on transport and digital connectivity sets a strategic path for future investments.
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