In 2023, merchandise imports in Africa corresponded to around 2.9 percent of the total of goods imported internationally. This remained stable compared to the previous year. During the period observed, a peak was registered in 2014, at 3.44 percent.
Merchandise imports in Africa as a percentage of world total imports from 2005 to 2023
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