Membership
Why Join FEWACCI?
The AfCFTA is a legal instrument that creates a single African market for goods and services through the progressive elimination of tariff and non-tariff barriers. It brings together 55 countries, 1.3 billion people and a combined GDP of more than USD 3.5 trillion.
The Agreement was signed in March 2018, ratified by May 2019, and came into force in January 2021. It is one of the flagship projects for the African Union’s Agenda 2063, focused on stimulating growth, creating decent jobs and diversifying economies.
Privileged access to the association's events and conferences
Advocacy on behalf of Businesses through Roundtable meetings and Periodic Business Forums
Participation in B2B and B2C Meetings
Access to ECOWAS information on policy and measures to access regional markets
Access to Membership Business Directories
Access to sales opportunities through Networks, Contacts, and Member Referral services
Who Can Join?
Two categories form the membership of FEWACCI: Founding Members and Associate Members.
Founding Members are the Chambers of Commerce and Industry from the 15 ECOWAS Member States. The following can join as Associate Members: Community Enterprises, National Enterprises, National Business Organizations, International Enterprises, International Business Organizations, and SMEs.
How to Become a Member
Organisations aspiring to join FEWACCI are invited to address an expression letter to the FEWACCI Secretariat at 101 Yakubu Gowon Crescent, Asokoro, Abuja, and pay the registration and annual subscription fees.
Membership Fees
| MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES | REGISTRATION FEE | ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION FEE |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Founding Members | ||
| Chambers of Commerce and Industry from the ECOWAS Member States | Free | $10,000 |
| 2. Associate Members | ||
| Category A1 – Community Enterprises | $1,000 | $10,000 |
| Category A2 – National Enterprises | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Category A3 – National Business Organization | $500 | $2,000 |
| Category B1 – International Enterprises | $2,000 | $15,000 |
| Category B2 – International Business Organizations | $2,000 | $10,000 |
| Category C – SMEs | Free | $50 |