Margaret Monyani, Ph.D’s Post

As an ambassador for Zimbabwe at AFRICA REBIRTH, Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation Official, @ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Trade Zimbabwe, RUFORUM Network, African Union I am advocating for Visa-free Africa. The Free movement of people in Africa is expected to deliver several key benefits including but not limited to: 1. Boosting intra-Africa trade, commerce and tourism; 2. Facilitating labour mobility, intra-Africa knowledge and skills transfer 3. Promoting pan-African identity, social integration, and tourism; 4. Improving trans-border infrastructure and shared development. 5. Fostering a comprehensive approach to border management; 6. Promoting the rule of law, human rights, and public health

Great news from the African Union! We’re glad to see that progress is being made on the important issue that is The Free Movement of Persons. It is an integral part of African integration and, along with the African Passport, is one of the flagship projects of Agenda 2063. To further this goal, the AU and Regional Economic Communities (RECs) have developed a draft continental strategy to accelerate the Right of Entry, promoting the African Passport as a key mechanism for free movement. The implementation of the Protocol will proceed through three phases: right of entry, right of residence, and right of establishment. The introduction of the African Passport, adopted in February 2019, will significantly facilitate this process. So far, 33 Member States have signed the protocol, with Rwanda, Niger, Mali, and Sao Tome and Principe having ratified it. Technical specifications for the African Passport have been developed in collaboration with international organizations and Member States. How do you think the accelerated implementation of these protocols will further the goals of the Borderless Africa movement? Join us in our journey towards a borderless Africa. Follow @MerakiAfrique for more insights and updates on how we’re making a difference. To know more: https://lnkd.in/dsU74Gc4 #merakiafrique #sadc #whatshappeninginafrica #immigrationpolicies #youthempowerment #aloinettpolicy #educationalwednesday #afcftanigeria #afcftayouthinclusion

𝗞𝗲𝗻𝘆𝗮 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗮: 𝗮𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 Kenya and Ghana have signed seven agreements (MoU) to strengthen bilateral ties, focusing on trade, investment, scientific and technological cooperation, tourism, education, governance and defence. President William Ruto (Kenia) stressed that these agreements aim to create new opportunities for businesses and citizens, facilitating the free movement of people. Key issues such as African integration, mutual support for international assignments, and collaboration on climate change, internal conflict and terrorism were addressed. The agreements aim to: 1. Facilitate trade and investment to stimulate economic growth and job creation. 2. Support the Africa Continental Free Trade Area to create a single continental market. 3. Working together to address threats such as internal conflict and terrorism, essential for development. The recent meeting marked a significant step towards regional integration and stability, with Ghana abolishing visas for all Africans by the end of the year. This commitment promotes the creation of a single market in Africa and the strengthening of the institutions of the African Union, contributing to the peace and economic growth of the continent. Setoa loves this Africa. #africacontinentalfreetradearea #regionalintegration #economicgrowth #ghana #regionalintegration #kenya #peace #stability #security

The recent exit of Burkina Faso, Niger and Mali from the Economic Communities of West Africa States (“ECOWAS”) is no longer news, however the ripples of the exit is still ongoing and far reaching. This article considers the effect of the departure from an economic migration perspective on nationals from these countries on other ECOWAS member states. https://lnkd.in/g9kznwPs #humanresources #ecowas #immigration #mali #burkinafaso #niger #nigeria

A step in the right direction needed towards making more impacts into Africa in order to enhance the well-being of African people through Visa-free travel between the African continent. And political differences, infrastructural issues, and economic disparities need to be addressed in order to reach its full potential. Therefore, a United Africa is the key to our greatness towards the Africa that we all want. #adcnsa #diasporaborn #africanmade #adccci

In recent news, multiple development partners working with the African Union met with the AUC Chairperson and leaders in the AU Commission to address critical matters regarding Africa. They discussed means of enhancing cooperation between them and agreed to focus on supporting projects and activities that will foster development in Africa. Here's what you need to know: https://bit.ly/3u7qM1x #Africa #AfricanUnion #AfricasDevelopmentAgenda

✨ On Monday, July 29, 2024, the National Economic and Social Development Board convened a meeting bringing together the economic diversification policy team and experts from Wizar Advisory and Expertise France. The focus of the meeting was to determine the team’s specific needs and priorities for developing efficient economic diversification policies. This effort is part of the EU-funded E-nable project, implemented by Expertise France, which seeks to advance Libya's digital transformation and economic diversification. #Economic_diversification #economic_development #Libya

Challenges of regional economic integration in Africa. These integrations are to foster improved economy for member states. As much as these integrations is for development in the particular region, there are still many issues that hinders the achievement of such union's objectives. These integrations in Africa includes ECOWAS, ECWA, Maghreb union and others. Language barrier, cultural diversity, political instability, differences in political ideas, overlapping groups that results in clash of interest, lack of infrastructure, lack of funding, problem with formulation of policies, national interest/regional interest, formulation of policy and personal policy/national policy are challenges of regional economic integration in Africa. These challenges may not be totally eradicated, but they can be managed to have effective economic integration in Africa. #day2 #10daysLinkedInChallenge #HistoryandInternationalStudies #EconomicIntegration

Did you know that Africa has a number of regional economic communities (RECs) geared toward improving integration and increasing cooperation? Such RECs are drivers of development across the continent.   RECs are regional groupings of African states. The purpose of the RECs is to promote regional economic integration among the member countries within each region and through the broader African Economic Community (AEC), established by the Abuja Treaty in 1991.   The African Union recognises eight RECs namely: • Arab Maghreb Union (UMA) • Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) • Community of Sahel–Saharan States (CEN–SAD) • East African Community (EAC) • Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS) • Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) • Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) • Southern African Development Community (SADC).   The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Agreement recognizes RECs as the "building blocks" of the AfCFTA. Understanding these regional economic blocs is essential for businesses seeking expansion opportunities into Africa. 

Today’s #didyouknow is a reminder on the efforts being made to push the AU’s FMP. The African Union (AU) has developed a draft continental strategy to promote the Free Movement of Persons, an essential component of the continent's integration agenda under Agenda 2063. This initiative emphasizes the importance of the African Passport as a key mechanism for facilitating mobility among African citizens. Adopted in January 2018, the Protocol to the Treaty establishing the African Economic Community aims to ensure rights of entry, residence, and establishment for individuals across member states. The strategy includes a phased implementation: starting with the right of entry, followed by residence and establishment rights. As of now, 33 member states have signed the protocol, and four—Rwanda, Niger, Mali, and São Tomé and Príncipe—have completed the ratification process. The technical specifications for the African Passport were developed in collaboration with international organizations and regional communities, marking a significant step toward realizing a more integrated Africa. In what ways could a borderless Africa, facilitated by this strategy, enhance economic growth and cultural exchange among nations on the continent?