# International Relations minister Ronald Lamola has called for greater public awareness of the African Continental Free Trade Area, saying only 13-percent of Africans know about the agreement despite strong support for regional trade. Speaking in Johannesburg, Lamola said deeper integration must benefit ordinary citizens, not just political and business leaders. He also urged businesses to stop exploiting irregular migrants, warning the practice threatens Africa’s long-term economic growth and regional stability:
Lamola urges greater public awareness of Africa Free Trade Area [SOUND]
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