21/08/2026
The WTO Trade Cost Index identifies information and transaction costs, trade policy barriers and regulatory differences among the factors that determine the cost of trading internationally. Trade policy and regulatory differences account for at least 14% of trade costs across sectors, with an especially important role in trade among lower-income economies.
For African businesses, knowing what to export is only part of the journey.
You also need to know:
ā¢ Where the opportunity is
ā¢ What tariffs apply
ā¢ What rules of origin require
ā¢ What regulations you must meet
ā¢ Which procedures and institutions are involved
Trade information shouldnāt be a barrier to trade.
AFRIMUVAI is being built to help turn complex trade information into clear, practical guidance for African businesses.
Understand. Navigate. Trade.
