Digital Trade for Youth Inclusion and Peace in Africa

July 10, 2023

For the 4th episode of the T4P Podcast Youth Series: "Digital Trade for Youth Inclusion and Peace in Africa", Mr. Mustapha Sadni Jallab, Chief of the Knowledge Management Section of the Knowledge and Information Management Division of the WTO, leads an insightful conversation with Ms. Frances Uhomoibhi, Nigeria's former Lead Services Trade Negotiator for the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) who is currently a Young Professional at the WTO.

Frances discusses the potential that trade and youth inclusion have in paving the way for a more peaceful, inclusive, and greener Africa. By recounting her experiences as a trade negotiator, Frances explains her vision for the AfCFTA, with a focus on digital and services trade, and its importance in addressing many of the challenges faced across the continent, particularly for youth, women and the environment.

Guest:

• Frances Uhomoibhi, Young Professional, Council and Trade Negotiations Committee Division, WTO

Host:

• Mustapha Sadni Jallab, Chief of Knowledge Management Section, Knowledge and Information Management, Academic Outreach and WTO Chairs Programme, WTO