Head of Division, AfCFTA. Prior: Programme Manager in the UN (ITC), Geneva; EU-ACP Projects Evaluator, Trade Com II BRX
Accra, Geneva, Port Louis
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Poonam D.Mohun retweeted
Tariffs are coming down — but what about the other barriers to African trade?
🎙️ The full #AfCFTAPodcast episode is now available. Poonam D. Mohun explains how the #AfCFTA is working to identify, report and eliminate #NonTariffBarriers.
▶️ Watch the full conversation now on YouTube.:
youtu.be/a3bZcllSjEQ
#IntraAfricanTrade #TradeFacilitation
Poonam D.Mohun retweeted
Tariffs are only part of the story. What about the other barriers businesses face when trading across African borders?
Coming soon on the #AfCFTAPodcast:
Poonam D. Mohun, Head of Non-Tariff Measures, explains how the #AfCFTA is tackling #NonTariffBarriers.
#IntraAfricanTrade #OneAfricanMarket
Poonam D.Mohun retweeted
Regional Technical Workshop on Mutual Recognition Agreements
The two-day workshop in Nairobi brings together #IGAD Member States and key partners to advance practical pathways for MRA implementation under the AfCFTA.
Opening remarks were made by Dr. @MohyTohami, Director of IGAD Economic Cooperation and Regional Integration Division (ECRID), on behalf of H.E. @DrWorkneh, IGAD Executive Secretary, and highlighted the importance of Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRAs) in advancing regional trade and reducing technical barriers.
“MRAs provide an important pathway for addressing these challenges.”
Dr. Mohy noted that MRAs can help reduce duplication, lower compliance costs, improve efficiency and build greater confidence in products traded across borders.
#RisingWithIGAD #OneRegionOneFuture #AfCFTA #RegionalIntegration
Poonam D.Mohun retweeted
The AfCFTA Secretariat is convening a strategic planning session in Elembelle, Ghana, under the theme “From Negotiation to Impact: An Implementation-Focused AfCFTA.”
The session provides space to reflect on progress made in line with the AfCFTA Strategic plan and shape the priorities that will guide our work in 2026 as we shift to full implementation mode.
#AfCFTA #CreatingOneAfricanMarket
Poonam D.Mohun retweeted
With the AfCFTA market access in place, the focus now shifts to standards and mutual recognition.
Mutual Recognition Agreements are helping build trust across borders, boost intra-African trade, and ensure the quality of goods and services.
Learn how these efforts are shaping the next phase of AfCFTA implementation.
#AfCFTA #CreatingOneAfricanMarket
Poonam D.Mohun retweeted
📘As we close the final chapter of the Vienna Food Safety Forum 2025, catch our 3-day highlight video, now live!
Global leaders united for a safer, food-secure future.
🎬Wrap-up video: youtu.be/JjouPOp1lYw?feature…
🔗 News article: unido.org/news/vienna-food-s…
@DAFFgov | @wto | @iaeaorg
Poonam D.Mohun retweeted
Le Secrétariat de la ZLECAF vous invite à un Webinaire sur le déploiement du Cadre réglementaire Technique Continental Africain (ACTReF).
Date du séminaire : Mercredi 2 avril 2025
Heure : 10:00 - 13:00 GMT
Plateforme : Zoom
Cette importante session explorera comment l'ACTReF soutient la création d'un environnement réglementaire harmonisé à travers le continent - essentiel pour faciliter un commerce intra-africain sûr, transparent et compétitif.
#CreatingOneAfricanMarket
Poonam D.Mohun retweeted
The AfCFTA Secretariat invites you to a virtual webinar on the rollout of the African Continental Technical Regulatory Framework (ACTReF).
Date: Wednesday, 2 April 2025
Time: 10:00 – 13:00 GMT
Platform: Zoom
This important session will explore how ACTReF supports the creation of a harmonised regulatory environment across the continent—essential for facilitating safe, seamless and competitive intra-African trade.
#CreatingOneAfricanMarket
Poonam D.Mohun retweeted
The AfCFTA Secretariat is hosting the 4th Subcommittee on Non-Tariff Barriers (NTBs) in Lomé, Togo (19–21 March 2025).
The meeting aims to strengthen the AfCFTA NTBs resolution mechanism through review of the operational guidelines and enhance coordination among National Focal Points & Monitoring Committees.
The meeting will also provide a status update on the resolved and active NTBs registered on the #AfCFTA mechanism.
These efforts are key to facilitating seamless trade and ensuring the smooth implementation of the #AfCFTA.
#CreatingOneAfricanMarket
Poonam D.Mohun retweeted
Happening now: The AfCFTA Secretariat is convening the inaugural Non-Tariff Barriers (NTB) Coordination Meeting, strengthening collaboration with Regional Economic Communities (RECs) to tackle NTBs across Africa.
Delegations are sharing updates on NTB-related activities, highlighting key achievements, and discussing the role of National Monitoring Committees (NMCs) and National Focal Points (NFPs) in NTB resolution. Strengthening coordination remains key to unlocking the full potential of the AfCFTA.
#AfCFTA #CreatingOneAfricanMarket
