The Forum was attended by a large contingent of participants from four continents, mostly from Africa, each with an interest in building a stronger approach to 'cooperative' entrepreneurship.
AFIF 2012 enjoyed a significant turnout, with almost 250 participants from 37 countries
around the globe, including 25 sub-Saharan African countries. Delegates came from a wide range of economic sectors and included SMEs, financiers, bankers, government officials, consultants, NGOs, researchers, international organisations and donors.
The appropriate financial tools to ensure the growth of the SME and cooperative sectors in Africa were highlighted as well as the role that commercial banks, development agencies and other organisations can play in providing the necessary tools for this sector to expand and become more sustainable.
The ‘cooperative way’ of doing business is increasingly being viewed as a sustainable way to ensure economic growth and stability in emerging markets, especially since the global financial meltdown has led decision-makers to consider alternatives.
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Ensuring food security, reducing poverty by increasing the integration and regional synergies of Central Africa (Cameroon, Congo Brazzaville, Chad, Central African Republic, Gabon, Equatorial Guinea) is the challenge of CEMAC (Economic Community of Central African States).
Rwanda assembly begins, at the rate of 1,000 a year, with Polo and Passat. Capacity for 5,000 units is planned
Rwanda assembly begins, at the rate of 1,000 a year, with Polo and Passat. Capacity for 5,000 units is planned
Volkswagen has launched integrated mobility in Rwanda which includes local vehicle assembly, mobility services and a sales and service retail outlet called CFAO Volkswagen Rwanda.
Kenya has positioned itself as one of the most prominent startup destinations in Africa.
With the rise of innovation hubs and accelerator programs in Kenya, there has been great growth for entrepreneurs with over 600 hundred start-ups in the country.
Access to internet and a great education system are also some contributors to the increase in startups and innovation.
The World Bank said sub-Saharan Africa’s economy growth was projected to reach 3.1 percent in 2018, and an average of 3.6 percent between 2019 and 2020.
Addis Ababa — Information technology is being utilised more than ever to improve agriculture in East Africa.
The world talks a lot about the digital revolution, but few connect it to the coming agriculture revolution, especially in Africa. Digital solutions have huge potential for helping farmers boost productivity and connect to financial tools and markets around the world.