Both are vital for Africa’s development but governments are more committed to free trade than free movement of people.

Free trade and the free movement of people are both crucial for Africa’s long-term development. Although they are complementary, governments show more political will for implementing free trade than allowing free movement of people. This policy brief explores the relationship between the African Continental Free Trade Area and the movement of people. It makes suggestions about how Africa can better use the opportunities presented by both.

BY MARGARET MONYANI AND OTTILIA ANNA MAUNGANIDZE

Please read the full report here.