NUMBERS DON’T LIE A Regulatory Perspective on African Digital Integration Index – POWER TALK
Dr. Simon Mevel UNECA NUMBERS DON’T LIE Dr Simon Mevel will unpack the latest UNECA findings on digital integration, under the African Regional Integration Index; providing insights on priorities for AfCFTA digital regulations harmonisation. Read More
Session: 9B It’s A Question Of Trust TLIP
Jens Lund Nielsen Head of Global Trade and Supply Chain, IOTA Foundation It’s a matter of Trust: Beyond paper-based trade In Africa share of global trade has dropped significantly, and intra-continental trade remains below its potential. Non-tariff barriers,exacerbated by bureaucracy, triple the average import tariff on thecontinent. Only 14% of African trade occurs within the continent,compared […]
Session: 9A A Byte to The Market
Floriana Borino Trade Analyst, International Trade Centre The sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) region has witnessed notable progress in business digitalization over the past decade, yet part of its potential remains untapped. This chapter uses the International Trade Centre’s Enterprise Digital Transformation Index (e-DTI) to examine how companies in SSA can fully reap the benefits of digitalisation. […]
Session: 8 Frictionless frontiers
Dr. Bruce Byiers Associate Director, Sustainable and inclusive economic development, ECPDM Interoperability of digital payment systems: Lessons from the East African Community This presentation looks at the opportunities and challenges of implementing interoperable, instant and inclusive digital payment systems, which are essential for e-commerce and cross-border trade in Africa. Digital economic integration is critical for the […]
Session: 7 African experiences in Artificial Intelligence for Customs Agency
David Samson CEO & Founder of CargoSeer AI “Beginner’s Guide” for Customs AI implementation The modern customs landscape demands innovative solutions that can adapt to both traditional and emerging risks. Advanced technologies such as connected tamper-evident seals, blockchain-base distributed ledger systems, machine learning algorithms, and AI non-intrusive inspection (NII) technologies are revolutionizing how customs authorities […]
Session: 5B Fuelling Transportation with Green Practices in Africa
Prof. Alwyn Hoffman North-West University (NWU) Neural models to implement environmentally friendly best fleet management practices Fuel cost is of critical importance to the profitability of road transport operators. In addition, the transport industry is a primary contributor towards harmful emissions. Earlier studies identified fuel economy as an important contributor towards fuel cost and found […]
Session: 5A Africa’s Digital Mosaic
Lola Ekugo Digital Executive & Director, SWIT – Odu’a Investment Company (Nigeria)An analysis on the role of Emerging Digital Technologies on Intra-African Trade: Opportunities, Challenges, Strategic priorities and Recommendations This report offers a comprehensive analysis of the current state of intra- African trade and how emerging digital technologies are reshaping its landscape. By examining key […]
Session 3 I Like My Coffee Black Trade Today And Trade Tomorrow The Realities
Allen S. Asiimwe – Facilitator Deputy CEO, TMA The session is a candid discussion on trade in Africa, and then zooming in to digitalisation as an enabler of trade. The discussion will encourage cross-continental peer learning to enhance digital adoption strategies around the following themes: Regulatory environment Driving inclusion and sustainability The future for policy Increasing […]