About
Publications
tralac promotes active debate on trade law and policy issues in Africa and engages in applied trade law and policy analysis with the aim of addressing the most pressing trade matters for countries in the region. In brief, tralac develops trade law and policy intellectual capital: this involves monitoring trade negotiations, interpretation of agreements, contribution to debates and discussions on trade developments. Our research is presented in the following different formats: Trade Briefs, Trade Reports, Books, Policy Briefs, and Questions & Answers (FAQs), among others.
Featured Publications
Trade Briefs
Short, non-technical papers dealing with relevant trade law and policy issues, aimed at senior policymakers and non-state actors.
Empowering Women through AfCFTA: Opportunities in Africa’s Service Sector
Trade Reports
Detailed analysis of trade issues which contribute to the body of intellectual capital on trade matters for the region, targeted at policymakers, analysts and trade advisors.
Identifying Patterns in Business Environment Challenges Faced by Female-Owned Businesses in Africa
Gender and Value Chain-Driven Industrialisation Under the AfCFTA: Synthesis Report
Climate-backed Financing in Africa and Its Impact on Energy Mix, Infrastructure Development, Storage, and Trade of Surpluses
Empowering Women in Trade: Charting Female Leadership and Entrepreneurship in Africa’s Service Sector
Books
Collections of papers presenting a detailed analysis of a range of related trade matters, written specifically for the region.