Kenya has launched two new digital trade platforms to transform its embassies in Africa into commercial hubs, aiming to bridge the implementation gap of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). This initiative seeks to convert trade pledges into concrete, financed deals by connecting exporters, financiers, and diplomatic missions.

• These platforms were introduced to boost cross-border transactions and facilitate the execution of AfCFTA.
• The Prime Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, Musalia Mudavadi, addressed the media regarding this development on March 19, 2025.
• The new digital infrastructure is designed to foster communication and collaboration among key stakeholders to enhance trade.