President William Ruto addresses participants during the official opening of the World Chambers Federation Africa Summit 2025 in Nairobi, on April 9, 2025. [File, Standard In the current era of unpredictable global trade, marked by escalating tariffs and trade wars, particularly between the United States and China, Africa is at a crucial juncture. These major economic powers are implementing policies that create uncertainty in international markets, forcing countries to re-evaluate their trade strategies. Amidst this uncertainty, the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) emerges as a potential solution, aiming to counter external pressures and bolster trade within Africa. However, it…