Economic Trade & Marketing

The Economic Trade and Marketing Unit is a pivotal force dedicated to advancing the economic landscape of Africa's animal trade and markets.

At the core of our unit's endeavors are several key projects and initiatives that have reshaped the dynamics of trade and standards in the animal health and food safety sectors.

The Pan African Programme for the Control of Epizootics (PANSPSO) Project represented a cornerstone achievement, focusing on bolstering collaboration and knowledge exchange among nations. Through this unit, we are empowering countries to strengthen their capabilities in sanitary and phytosanitary measures, fostering trade resilience and ensuring the quality of animal products.

Our establishment of the Standards and Trade Secretariat for Animal Health and Food Safety stands as a testament to our commitment to stringent standards. This initiative has been instrumental in setting and maintaining high-quality standards and guidelines, instilling trust in African animal products and promoting trade both regionally and globally.

A major milestone for us has been the establishment of Africa's common position in organizations responsible for setting sanitary and phytosanitary measures. This unified approach amplifies Africa's voice in global discussions, advocating for measures that align with our continent's priorities and unique circumstances.

In the Economic Trade and Marketing Unit, we persistently strive to elevate Africa's standing in global animal trade, ensuring high standards, facilitating trade, and advocating for measures that advance the continent's interests on the international stage.