Stakeholders Call for Synergy Between Anglophone, Francophone Businesses across Africa
Sunday Ehigiator
Stakeholders at the inaugural Francophone Africa Business Summit (FABS) 2024, organised by Epena Law, over the weekend, with the theme, “Investing in Francophone Africa: Playbook and Opportunities,”have called for enhanced synergies between Anglophone and Francophone businesses in Africa.
The event brought together esteemed speakers and industry specialists from both Anglophone and Francophone African markets to explore pivotal issues and opportunities in sectors critical to Africa’s growth.
A statement from the organisers revealed that the summit began with a warm welcome address by the Managing Partner of Epena Law, Johanna Monthe, followed by an inspiring opening speech by Rolake Akinkugbe-Filani.
“One of the highlight panels of the summit, the Institution Panel, delved into the theme of “Crossing Borders & Uniting Markets: Nigeria-Francophone Africa Relations.”
“The summit also addressed opportunities for collaboration in agriculture, with the Agriculture panel discussing, “Opportunities for Collaborations to Achieve Regional Food Self-Sufficiency.”
“The Founder of Nulli Foods, Ada Osakwe, MD, ARM Agribusiness, Wilfrid Korsaga, and Managing Director, USAID|DRC Investment Activity, Lucine Hapi shared valuable insights on achieving food self-sufficiency in the region.”
