Comprehensive concept note, technical specifications, and implementation roadmap for the AfCFTA/AIDA Impact Assessment Platform
The AfCFTA & AIDA Impact Assessment Platform represents a transformative digital infrastructure designed to monitor, assess, and accelerate the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and Accelerated Industrial Development for Africa (AIDA) initiatives across all 54 African Union member states.
This comprehensive platform serves as the continental hub for trade liberalization monitoring and industrial development assessment, providing real-time data analytics, AI-powered insights, and collaborative tools for governments, businesses, researchers, and development partners.
The platform is expected to accelerate AfCFTA implementation by 40%, increase intra-African trade monitoring accuracy by 85%, and provide policy makers with actionable insights that drive economic integration and sustainable industrial development across the continent.
In line with the discretion of the 2022 Niamey Summit on Economic Diversification and Industrialization, the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD), in collaboration with key stakeholders across various levels, coordinates the implementation of the AfCFTA/AIDA Impact Assessment Project to unlock the untapped potential of these critical frameworks.
The primary goal of the platform is to track and assess the trade and economic impacts of AfCFTA & AIDA, providing real-time data and actionable insights to stakeholders.
Covering the full range of economic sectors, including:
The AfCFTA/AIDA Impact Assessment platform will foster synergy and alignment among relevant stakeholders across various levels.
A comprehensive data repository where all data related to AfCFTA and AIDA implementation—trade & industry statistics, policy changes, economic impact, etc.—can be stored and accessed.
Set up automated systems for regular data collection and updates, ensuring that the platform always reflects the most current information.
Implement a system that ensures data quality by verifying accuracy, consistency, and reliability before it is made available on the platform.
This process requires validation from national authorities or designated stakeholders before data is published, ensuring ownership and credibility.
Estimate economic, social, and environmental impacts of AfCFTA implementation using partial equilibrium modelling and stakeholder surveys.
Track progress toward optimal trade facilitation conditions using a comprehensive logical framework approach.
Evaluate AIDA awareness, sector performance, and capacity building across seven key industrial enablers.
The platform's dashboard items will be customized based on the user type and their assigned privileges. This tailored approach ensures that each user has access to the information and features most relevant to their role.
AUDA-NEPAD Level
National Level
Researchers, Policymakers, Business
| Menu Item | Platform Admin | Country Focal Points | Other Users |
|---|---|---|---|
| Platform Settings & Configuration | ✅ Full Access | ❌ No Access | ❌ No Access |
| Content Management & Update | ✅ Full Access | ✅ Country-Specific | ❌ No Access |
| Monitor Update Status | ✅ All Countries | ✅ Assigned Country | ❌ No Access |
| Upload Report | ✅ All Countries | ✅ Assigned Country | ❌ No Access |
| Update Indicator | ✅ All Indicators | ✅ Country Indicators | ❌ No Access |
| Real-time Analytics | ✅ Global Access | ✅ Country Focus | ✅ Limited Access |
| Country Assessment Reports | ✅ All Reports | ✅ Country Reports | ✅ Public Reports |
| AI-customized Reports | ✅ Full Features | ✅ Country Features | ✅ Basic Features |
Comprehensive reports submitted by designated country focal points providing insights into each country's trade and industrial status.
Tailored reports generated based on specific parameters such as country, sector, and other relevant criteria.
Providing policymakers and business leaders with up-to-date data for informed decisions on trade and industrial trends.
Initial platform launch and stakeholder engagement session.
Official Launch of the Standard Assessment Guide and platform deployment.
Regular updates on upcoming workshops, training sessions, and stakeholder meetings. Event calendar integration with registration management and document sharing capabilities.
Organize regular training sessions for government officials, private sector representatives, and other stakeholders to enhance their understanding of AfCFTA and how to use the platform effectively.
Upload all relevant documents, including the standard Assessment guide, country reports, and policy briefs.
These users will have the authority to continuously update and manage content related to indicators, country-specific reports, and the validation of uploaded data.
This category includes researchers, policymakers, and business professionals with access to analytics and reporting features.
The "Contact Us" facility should enable users to submit different types of feedback directly to the Platform Admin, designated country focal point, or key partners.
A comprehensive 12-month implementation plan designed to deliver enhanced platform capabilities in manageable phases.
This comprehensive Product Requirements Document outlines the enhanced specifications for the AfCFTA/AIDA Impact Assessment Platform, incorporating all stakeholder requirements from the 2022 Niamey Summit mandate. The implementation of these requirements will create a world-class platform that supports evidence-based decision-making, facilitates stakeholder collaboration, and drives continental economic transformation.
Document Version: 2.0 | Last Updated: October 2025 | Next Review: January 2026
Approved By: AUDA-NEPAD Platform Team | Distribution: All Key Stakeholders