Intra-African Commerce

Definition ∞ Intra-African Commerce refers to the exchange of goods, services, and capital among countries within the African continent. This economic activity aims to foster regional integration, economic growth, and reduced reliance on external markets. It addresses historical trade barriers and infrastructure limitations.
Context ∞ In the context of digital assets, Intra-African Commerce is seeing increasing interest in blockchain-based payment solutions and stablecoins to overcome challenges associated with traditional cross-border transactions, such as high fees and slow settlement times. These technologies offer the potential for more efficient and cost-effective trade routes within the continent. A critical future development involves the widespread adoption of regional digital payment systems and regulatory harmonization to fully unlock the potential of digital assets in facilitating greater intra-African trade.