Bolaji Sofoluwe is a seasoned business growth strategist specializing in market expansion and internationalization. With over twenty years of experience in management consulting and banking, she serves as the Managing Director of the Enterprise Trade and Knowledge Group in the UK. In this role, Bolaji equips companies with the representation and strategic insights needed to …
Boitumelo Mosako is the Chief Executive Officer of the Development Bank of Southern Africa. With over 22 years of experience, she is a seasoned Chartered Accountant and executive leader. Previously, Boitumelo served as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at the DBSA, where she played a pivotal role in strategy formulation, investor relations, supply chain management, …
Bohani Hlungwane is a seasoned Banking Executive and Senior Global Corporate Banker with over 20 years of extensive experience across multiple regions. He is recognized as a thought leader and speaker specializing in Africa Trade, Trade Finance & Working Capital, the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), and Trade Digital Transformation. Bohani’s expertise spans corporate …
Angelle B. Kwemo is the President & CEO of AstrategiK Group, LLC. She is also a Founder & President of Believe in Africa and renowned as a businesswoman, strategist, philanthropist, author, and speaker, specializing in international trade advisory and strategic services for organizations looking to engage with Africa and emerging markets. Originally from Cameroon, Angelle …
Allyson McKithen serves as the Executive Director of the World Trade Center Washington, DC, and Vice President of International Programs at Trade Center Management Associates (TCMA), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Boston-based Drew Company. TCMA manages the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center (RRB/ITC), designated as Washington, DC’s official World Trade Center (WTCDC), …
Allen Sophia Asiimwe is a prominent Ugandan advocate and policy leader with over 20 years of experience as a development advisor and practitioner. Currently serving as the Chief of Programmes at Trade Mark East Africa, she is deeply committed to shaping Africa’s narrative on governance, trade, and regional integration. Throughout her career, Allen has designed …
Ambassador Albert M. Muchanga currently serves as the Commissioner for Trade and Industry of the African Union Commission. Prior to this role, he held the position of Permanent Secretary in the Cabinet Office overseeing Parliamentary Affairs in Zambia. He also served as Zambia’s Ambassador to Ethiopia with additional accreditation to the African Union. Ambassador Muchanga …
Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina, born in 1960, is the President of the African Development Bank Group, widely recognized as “Africa’s Optimist-in-Chief” for his visionary leadership and dedication to Africa’s transformation. Dr. Adesina graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics (First Class Honours) from the University of Ife (now Obafemi Awolowo University), Nigeria, in 1981. …
Ahmed Samir Saleh is an Egyptian politician currently serving as the Minister of Industry and Trade. Previously, he was a member of the Egyptian Parliament from 2016 to 2022 and also holds the position of Chairman of the Chilean-Egyptian Parliamentary Friendship Group. Saleh earned a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering in 1996. Before his political …
Adetope Kayode serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Perennia Group, which encompasses Perennia Limited (an investment holding company), Perennia Hotels & Resorts Limited, and Perennia Trade and Logistics Limited (Pentrar). He is a self-motivated and experienced finance professional, dedicated to creating value for employers, clients, communities, and stakeholders through creativity, innovation, diligence, and a …