The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is dismantling tariff barriers to boost intra-African trade by over 50% by 2030.
Its strategy emphasizes sustainable practices and guardianship of land and resources while pursuing growth in global fresh produce markets.
The partnership transforms fruit waste into valuable ingredients by capturing flavour compounds from fruit materials that would otherwise be discarded.
Improvements in supply chain infrastructure have supported exports, while India’s proximity to growing markets in the Middle East and Asia provides logistical advantages.
This logistics upgrade eliminates the need for middle-country stops, ensuring that perishable horticultural products reach Chinese markets in peak condition.