Kemi Badenoch is the Conservative Member of Parliament for North West Essex. She was the Secretary of State for the Department for Business and Trade between 7 February 2023 and 5 July 2024. She was also the Secretary of State for International Trade and President of the Board of Trade between 6 September 2022 and …
Yavi Madurai is celebrated as a dedicated champion for African prosperity, driven by her passionate commitment to achieving economic transformation and inclusion for all Africans. As the Founder & President of the African Prosperity Fund (APF), she has pioneered initiatives aimed at shaping Africa’s future through women and youth empowerment, advocating for sustainable economic growth …
Wamkele Mene is a distinguished figure in international trade and diplomacy, currently serving as the Secretary General of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat. He made history in February 2020 by becoming the first Secretary General of the AfCFTA Secretariat. Prior to his current role, Wamkele Mene held significant positions that underscore his …
Uju Uzo-Ojinnaka is a dynamic entrepreneur and visionary leader, serving as the Founder and CEO, Traders of Africa (TOFA) and African Trade Invest (ATI), two pioneering platforms aimed at promoting Pan African trade and investment. With over 17 years of experience in Strategic Marketing, Retail Banking, and Business Development, Uju has honed her skills in Credit …
Uche Okugo holds a multifaceted role at the Economic Development Office of the City of Brampton, where he serves as the Lead on Investment Attraction from Africa and the Caribbean. His professional engagements are complemented by active community leadership roles, reflecting his commitment to civic and social development. He is a valued member of the …
Toyin Umesiri is a prominent media personality, author, world-class business educator, and the Founder and CEO of Nazaru LLC. She is widely recognized as the Convener of the esteemed Trade with Africa Business Summit, where she facilitates entrepreneurship and international trade support, providing advisory services to business leaders, government agencies, and multilateral institutions. As the …
Temi Popoola currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Exchange Ltd, the operational exchange of the demutualized Nigerian Stock Exchange. He is widely recognized as a successful C-suite leader with a distinguished career marked by significant achievements in business acumen, financial expertise, global market growth, and operational leadership. Temi began his career …
Tarik Senhaji currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the Casablanca Stock Exchange (CSE). Casablanca Stock Exchange underscores his commitment to advancing the capital markets in Morocco and fostering economic growth through strategic investment and financial innovation. He commenced his career as a finance manager at the International Finance Corporation (World Bank Group) in …
Summy Smart Francis is a Nigerian entrepreneur based in South Africa, currently serving as the President of Africa’s Young Entrepreneurs, where he directs strategy and its implementation. He embarked on his entrepreneurial journey at a remarkably young age of 14, gaining early business experience at his father’s hotel in Lagos, Nigeria. By 17, he was …
Souleymane Diarrassouba currently serves as the Minister of Commerce and Industry for the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire. His career prior to joining the government in January 2017 was marked by significant accomplishments in the banking sector. He held the position of Managing Director at the Atlantic Business International Group, overseeing the financial, control, and development …