UNDP Gives Women In Trade Voice

Phadza Butale PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO
Phadza Butale PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Botswana has engaged with female entrepreneurs, intending to provide a platform to voice their needs and interests with regards to trade in the context of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). 

The national consultations play a critical role in making the development of the Women in Trade Protocol participatory, inclusive and responsive to the needs and priorities of women.

Through dialogue with women and key stakeholders, consultations aim to identify existing and potential challenges and opportunities that women face as they engage in intra trade.

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