PROTECTING WEST AFRICAN CONSUMERS IN THE DIGITAL ECONOMY: ERCA PARTICIPATES IN THE 23RD INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION CONFERENCE

Published On - March 11, 2026

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The ECOWAS Regional Competition Authority (ERCA) is participating in the 23rd International Conference on Competition, hosted by the Bundeskartellamt, Germany’s Federal Cartel Office, from 11 to 13 March 2026.

The conference will focus on key issues, including the Digital Markets Act and Germany’s Act against Restraints of Competition.

The panel discussions will tackle pressing issues in competition law and policy, including geopolitics, AI’s impact on competition, the interplay between competition and regulation, administrative autonomy limits, latest merger control trends, and competition in a hyper-connected world.

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ERCA’s participation underscores its commitment to staying at the forefront of global competition policy and regulation.

“The rapid growth of digital markets in West Africa presents both opportunities and challenges, ERCA is committed to ensuring that our region’s digital economy is competitive, innovative, and beneficial to consumers and businesses alike.” Said Dr. Koffi Siméon Executive Director of ERCA