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To Cite: Kouam, H., Nchofoung, T. & Egbe-Njie, F. (2026). How Can the AfCFTA Boost the Informal Agriculture Sector?, Trade for You, No. 25, Cameroon Economic Policy Institute (CEPI), Henri Kouam Foundation

Authors

Henri Kouam, Executive Director

Dr. Tii Nchofoung, Research Fellow

Dr. Egbe-Njie Fride, Research Fellow