The Centre for Trade Policy Research Team led by CTPD Executive Director Mr Isaac Mwaipopo this morning appeared before the Parliamentary Committee on National Economy , Trade and Labour Matters via ZOOM. Mr Mwaipopo made a presentation on “ The Ratification of the African Union Continental Free Trade Agreement”The Team recommended the following; AfCFTA can change the structure of Zambia’s economy which is currently less diversified and is commodity driven. The bloc can accelerate growth, and attract FDI Unleash the entrepreneurship potential of youths and women (e.g., cross border trade including informal), improving their incomes and driving inclusive growth. Zambia’s raw materials remain susceptible to global volatilities. The AfCFTA can drive stability.