BRICS and trade-unlocking opportunities through the African Continental Free Trade Area

The BRICS countries (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) have displayed a growing interest in Africa in recent years. This interest is driven by the continent’s potential for economic growth and investment prospects. As a result, the BRICS (collectively or individually) have established various forms of partnerships with African countries, aimed at stimulating economic development, trade, and investment in Africa (Prabhakar, Azam, Bakhtyar, & Ibrahim, 2015).