A Common Currency for West Africa: The Eco

Despite widespread scepticism towards the Eco, having a common currency in West Africa is not only a smart idea but also a huge step in the right direction towards regional development and stronger intra-African trade. As globalization appears to be faltering elsewhere, evidenced by Brexit, the rise of populism in Europe, and the impending trade war between China and the US, African countries are becoming ever more integrated. On July 7, the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) offici

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