ACCRA — Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, MP, met with the Secretary-General of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), Wamkele Keabetswe Mene, on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The meeting served as an opportunity for the Secretary-General to update the minister on the progress of the AfCFTA, a key initiative of Agenda 2063 designed to promote continental integration through trade.
The discussion focused on the ongoing implementation of the AfCFTA agreement and the steps being taken to achieve its goals of a unified African market. The Secretary-General provided the Ghanaian foreign minister with a comprehensive overview of the secretariat’s work in facilitating trade and economic growth across the continent. The meeting underscored the ongoing partnership between Ghana and the AfCFTA secretariat, which has its headquarters in Accra.
In response, Minister Okudzeto Ablakwa commended the AfCFTA secretariat for its dedication and hard work in advancing the African agenda. He reiterated Ghana’s unwavering commitment to supporting the organization’s efforts. The meeting highlighted the collaborative spirit between Ghana and AfCFTA, with both parties committed to ensuring the successful implementation of the landmark trade agreement.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
