Annotation of Afro Feminist Principles Having regard to the aspirations of the AU Agenda 2063 and the Digital Transformation Strategy for Africa (2020-2030), and digital trade related matters incorporated in the relevant instruments of the AU, Regional Economic Communities, as well as international instruments and agreements.

Annotation on Data Governance State parties shall, subject to an Annex on Cross-Border Data Transfers, allow the cross border transfer of data, including personal data by electronic means, provided the activity is for the conduct of digital trade by a person of a State Party. Each State Party shall adopt or maintain a legal framework that provides for the protection of the personal data of natural persons engaged in digital trade.