WCP Chair in Nigeria on behalf of the WCP Aftican Trade Group issues a Call for papers for the 2026 International Conference of the African Trade Group (ATG) of WTO Chairs.The overarching theme of the conference is "AfCFTA and the…  The establishment of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) marks a historic milestone in Africa’s economic integration agenda. Beyond trade liberalization, AfCFTA represents a strategic geoeconomic instrument… Submission GuidelinesAbstracts: 300–500 words (Time New Roman, Size 12)Full Papers: 5,000–8,000 words (Time New Roman, Size 12)Submissions should clearly…

 The WTO Chairs Programme (WCP) hosted a Research Hub and Knowledge Sharing Webinar on 4 May 2026 to discuss a book titled “From Policy to Practice: Challenges and Ways Forward on…

On 8th November 2024, the National University of Lesotho – WTO Chair, through its International Trade Club, hosted a vibrant and impactful event under the theme “Youth in Action: Building Climate Change Adaptability and Resilience for Sustainable…

The National University of Lesotho – WTO Chair Essay Competition 2024 was designed to strengthen undergraduate students’ research and writing skills, with a focus on trade-related themes. This year’s competition invited students from all…

This workshop was convened to strengthen the capacity of East African Community (EAC) Partner States in implementing the AfCFTA Protocol on Investment and preparing for the negotiation of the Annex on Dispute Settlement. Organized by the EAC…

This webinar was organized by ESAMI-Trade Policy Training Centre in Africa(Esami-trapca) WTO Chairs Program team to discuss the African context of emerging IP issues in digital trade and their implications for women in commemoration of the World…