The "GITFIC-AFCFTA Tertiary Curriculum Launch" slated for Tuesday, March 11, 2025 is set to bring together students, educators, and industry experts in a dynamic forum where learning meets practical insights about the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)".

The curriculum is a suggested course outline for a Bachelor's level course, structured for 12 weeks, recommended for students reading Humanities, Social Sciences, and Business courses.
"It is also recommended for students pursuing Agricultural Economics programmes and not restricted to the students in Ghana but is pursued in all AfCFTA-ratified member states".

A statement signed by Mr Selasi Koffi Ackom, Chief Executive Officer of GITFIC and copied to the Ghana News Agency in Accra said the course was a product of his outfit-GITFIC and was meant to be studied in all tertiary institutions especially schools implementing the GITFIC-AFCFTA Tertiary Students Club.

"The rationale is to educate, inform, and sensitize students and academia on the AfCFTA, influence their mindsets on the AfCFTA, ready them to take advantage of the several opportunities of the AfCFTA ie; entrepreneurship, industrialisation, (4th revolution), most importantly under the GITFIC's mantra - Produced in Africa and Consumed by Africans".

The statement said the GITFIC had designed the course to provide a comprehensive understanding of the establishment, implementation, operationalization, and implications for international trade/intra-African trade of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) member countries.

"It focuses on the critical areas of Africa's economy impacted by AfCFTA, including digital trade and investment protection. Students will learn how the AfCFTA aims to eliminate trade barriers, enhance intra-Africa trade, trade between AfCFTA and other regional blocs, and promote value-added production across various sectors of the African Continent. Through a combination of lectures, case studies, and interactive discussions, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of AfCFTA and its role in transforming Africa's economic landscape which widely feeds into the African Union's Agenda 2063; The Africa We Want".

It said the Tertiary Curriculum Launch was intended to bridge the gap between academic theory and real-world experience.

"Esteemed speakers from top educational institutions and industry leaders will share their experiences and success stories, highlighting paths for young minds to flourish in a constantly changing global trade market. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in interactive panel discussions, ask questions, and network with experts defining the future of African trade and finance".

Recognizing the importance of sensitization in today's interconnected world, it said the programme was designed to accelerate awareness of AfCFTA's potential to transform economic landscapes, through focusing on key aspects of free trade, market access, and investment opportunities, the curriculum launch will equip students with the essential skills and knowledge needed to thrive in a competitive global market.

"GITFIC is committed to nurturing the intellectual capital of Africa and by investing in educational initiatives like the Tertiary Curriculum Launch, the programme demonstrates its dedication to shaping a future where young Africans are empowered to lead economic transformation across the continent.

"Our goal is to ignite a passion for trade and finance among students and to build a strong foundation for Africa's bright future under the AfCFTA."