# Trade minister Parks Tau says Nigeria’s formal submission of tariff concessions under African Continental Free Trade Area will boost bilateral trade and open West African markets to South African businesses. Speaking at the SA–Nigeria Private Sector Engagement, Tau highlighted opportunities in electric mobility, agriculture, and green energy. He urged trade diversification and digital cooperation, noting the Department’s readiness to support local businesses in Nigeria. Nigeria is currently South Africa’s top export market on the continent.
South Africa eyes stronger trade ties with Nigeria