Policy, Growth, and Advancing Implementation of the AfCFTA Protocol on Digital Trade in Nigeria with Prachi Agarwal and Alberto Lemma

Episode 147 with Prachi Agarwal and Alberto Lemma, who are both Research Fellows at the International Economic Development Group at ODI.

They came on the podcast to discuss their latest report, "Advancing Implementation of the AfCFTA Protocol on Digital Trade in Nigeria", which explores the transformative potential of the AfCFTA Protocol on Digital Trade for Nigeria.

ODI (Overseas Development Institute) is a leading global think tank dedicated to driving positive change. Their mission is to shape a more resilient, just, and equitable future for everyone. ODI’s work focuses on sparking action against injustice and inequality by combining rigorous research with influential advocacy to create impactful ideas for people and the planet.

What We Discuss With Prachi and Alberto

• Exploring the inspiration behind the research on the AfCFTA Protocol on Digital Trade and its critical significance for Nigeria.
• The transformative potential of the AfCFTA Protocol on Digital Trade for Nigeria's economic growth and development.
• Key findings from the report on Nigeria's digital ecosystem and its current landscape.
• Examining the current state of Nigeria's digital infrastructure and its impact on the country’s readiness for implementing the AfCFTA Protocol on Digital Trade.
• Identifying regulatory gaps Nigeria needs to address for effective implementation of the AfCFTA Protocol on Digital Trade.

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