Dr. Amina Okonkwo

Senior Research Fellow

Dr. Amina Okonkwo is a leading expert in international trade and regional economic integration. With over 15 years of experience in economic policy research, she has advised multiple African governments on trade facilitation and customs reform. Her work focuses on the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and its impact on intra-African commerce.

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Areas of Expertise

Trade PolicyRegional IntegrationCustoms ReformAfCFTA Implementation

Education

Ph.D. in Economics, London School of Economics
M.A. in International Trade, University of Cape Town
B.Sc. in Economics, University of Lagos

Publications

Research PaperDecember 2025

Trade Facilitation and Economic Corridors in East Africa

This research examines the impact of trade facilitation measures and economic corridor development on regional integration in East Africa, analyzing customs reforms, infrastructure investments, and their effects on cross-border commerce.

2,85678 pages

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