Africa

Six of the world’s 10 fastest-growing economies are in Africa

Streetlights illuminate the central business district in Cape Town, South Africa, March 17, 2019. REUTERS/Mike Hutchings - RC1FE4EF2A70

Africa has created the world's largest free-trade area since the establishment of the World Trade Organisation in 1995. Image: REUTERS/Mike Hutchings

Ameenah Gurib-Fakim
Digital Member, Office of the President of Mauritius
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