GHANA, Nov. 10 -- AFRICAN trade bodies have called for a shift from talk to action on the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), urging governments to fast-track its implementation.

According to the East African Business Council (EABC), despite the pact coming into force in 2019, tariff and non-tariff barriers have remained widespread, with nearly 90 per cent of tradable goods still facing duty challenges.

EABC added that infrastructure gaps, limited transport networks and inefficient border systems have also continued to hampering progress and development of trade in the continent.

Speaking during a National Assembly Engagement Workshop on AfCFTA Phase II Protocols in Mombasa Kenya, EACB Vice-chairperson, Simon Kaheru said ther...