The low level of trade among African countries is due to

The low level of trade among African countries is primarily due to the similarity of products they produce. Many African countries are reliant on the production of primary commodities, such as raw materials and agricultural products, and have a limited industrial base. This means that they often produce similar products, which reduces the need for them to trade with each other. Additionally, poor infrastructure, including transportation systems and communication networks, and trade barriers such as tariffs, import quotas, and bureaucratic red tape, also hinder trade among African countries. The high demand for home-made products and liberalization of trade are not major factors contributing to the low level of trade among African countries.