ECOWAS Parliament pushes for stronger regional trade and youth engagement
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- •On March 7, 2026, ECOWAS ministers urged increased backing for women-led businesses to improve AfCFTA trade participation.
- •The ECOWAS Parliament highlighted on March 6, 2026, that a thriving private sector is essential for regional economic growth.
- •On March 5, 2026, the ECOWAS Parliament called for stronger public engagement to support trade and youth participation in the region.
- •The focus on women-led businesses is part of broader efforts to deepen economic integration within ECOWAS member states.
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- ▸If ECOWAS member states implement targeted support programs for women entrepreneurs then women-led businesses could increase their trade volumes within AfCFTA, boosting regional economic growth and job creation.
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AFRICAPremium Times (Nigeria)Ministers urge stronger support for women-led businesses to boost AfCFTA participationAFRICAThisDay (Nigeria)ECOWAS Parliament: Thriving Private Sector Key for Regional GrowthAFRICAPunch (Nigeria)ECOWAS Parliament seeks stronger regional trade participationAFRICAVanguard (Nigeria)