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APO Group renforce son leadership en matière de conseil avec la promotion de João Marques au poste de Directeur Exécutif, Conseil Stratégique

Source: Africa Press Organisation – French

APO Group (www.APO-opa.com), le leader panafricain du conseil en communication et de la distribution de communiqués de presse, annonce avec fierté la promotion de João Marques au poste de Directeur Exécutif, Conseil Stratégique. Cette nomination, effective au 1er décembre 2025, témoigne de l’engagement d’APO Group à renforcer ses compétences en matière de conseil stratégique auprès de ses clients  à travers l’Afrique et dans le monde entier.

João, qui a précédemment occupé le poste de Directeur de la stratégie, apporte plus de 15 années d’expérience en stratégie internationale, positionnement corporate et conseil de haut niveau. Depuis son arrivée chez APO Group, il a dirigé la Division Stratégie de l’entreprise, développant ses cadres de conception narrative, ses programmes de leadership éclairé et ses offres de conseil exécutif destinées aux gouvernements, aux grandes entreprises mondiales et aux institutions de développement.

Stratège multilingue maîtrisant l’anglais, le portugais, le français et l’espagnol, João a travaillé en Afrique, en Europe, en Asie et en Amérique latine, conseillant des organisations telles que le Pacte mondial des Nations Unies, Nestlé, Emirates, Canon, NBA Africa et Afreximbank. Son expertise associe le conseil stratégique au storytelling créatif, aidant les clients à exprimer leurs priorités politiques et commerciales avec clarté, crédibilité et une résonance mondiale. . Auteur publié, conférencier et animateur reconnu, João apporte une expertise pointue des enjeux géopolitiques et sectoriels aux dirigeants évoluant dans le paysage de la communication africain.

Dans ses nouvelles fonctions de Directeur Exécutif, Conseil Stratégique, João supervisera le portefeuille de conseil stratégique d’APO Group, développera les services de conseil destinés aux dirigeants (C-suits) et r renforcera le positionnement de l’entreprise en tant que partenaire de confiance pour les organisations souhaitant accroître leur réputation, leur influence et leur impact sur les principaux marchés africains. Il pilotera également l’élaboration de stratégies pour les secteurs à forte croissance et renforcera la capacité d’APO Group à transformer ses missions de conseil en valeur commerciale durable.

Bas Wijne, PDG d’APO Group, a déclaré : « João a joué un rôle déterminant dans le développement de notre activité de conseil stratégique et le renforcement de notre proposition de valeur auprès des entreprises à travers le continent et au-delà. Sa nomination au poste de Directeur Exécutif s’inscrit dans la continuité de sa contribution à la croissance, à la réputation et à l’orientation stratégique d’APO Group. Je me réjouis de collaborer encore plus étroitement avec lui afin de poursuivre le développement de nos compétences en matière de conseil et d’offrir à nos clients des conseils stratégiques de premier ordre ».

João a déclaré : « Le paysage de lacommunication en Afrique est en pleine transformation, et les organisations du continent ont besoin de partenaires capables de les aider à définir leurs ambitions, à instaurer la confiance et  à façonner des récits porteurs d’impact durable. Je suis fier d’assumer ce rôle à un moment où APO Group étend son influence en matière de conseil stratégique, et je me réjouis de contribuer à un travail qui renforce les institutions, les secteurs d’activités et les idées africaines ».

João exerce également la fonction de conseiller stratégique auprès de diverses initiatives internationales qui soutiennent l’innovation et le développement durable dans les marchés émergents, renforçant ainsi l’engagement d’APO Group à générer un impact positif à travers l’Afrique.

Avec cette nomination, APO Group poursuit son investissement dans des talents stratégiques de premier plan et consolide son leadership dans le domaine de la communication et du conseil en Afrique.

Distribué par APO Group pour APO Group.

Contact presse : 
marie@apo-opa.com 

À propos d’APO Group : 
Fondée en 2007, APO Group (www.APO-opa.com) est le leader panafricain du conseil en communication et de la distribution de communiqués de presse.

Réputés pour notre expertise africaine profondément enracinée et notre perspective globale, nous sommes spécialisés dans l’optimisation de la réputation et de la valeur de la marque des organisations privées et publiques à travers l’Afrique.

En tant que partenaire de confiance, notre mission est d’exploiter le pouvoir des médias, en élaborant des stratégies sur mesure qui ont un impact tangible et mesurable en Afrique et au-delà.

Notre engagement en faveur de l’excellence et de l’innovation a été récompensé par des prix prestigieux, notamment un PRovoke Media Global SABRE Award et plusieurs PRovoke Media Africa SABRE Awards.

Nous avons été nommés Leading Public Relations Firm Africa et Leading Pan-African Communications Consultancy Africa en 2023, et Best Public Relations and Media Consultancy of the Year South Africa en 2024 et en 2025, lors des World Business Outlook Awards.

En 2025, Brands Review Magazine nous a reconnus en tant que Leading Communications Consultancy in Africa pour la seconde année consécutive. Le magazine nous a également nommé Best PR Agency et Leading Press Release Distribution Platform in Africa en 2024.

En 2025, nous avons reçu la médaille d’or de la meilleure campagne RP et la médaille de bronze des événements hors catégorie aux Davos Communications Awards. 

La clientèle estimée d’APO Group, qui comprend des géants mondiaux tels que Canon, Nestlé, Western Union, le PNUD, Network International, African Energy Chamber, Mercy Ships, Marriott, Africa’s Business Heroes et Liquid Intelligent Technologies, reflète notre capacité inégalée à évoluer dans l’écosystème médiatique africain complexe. Avec une équipe multiculturelle à travers l’Afrique, nous offrons des perspectives et une portée inégalée à travers le continent.

APO Group se consacre à la refonte de la narration sur l’Afrique, à la remise en question des stéréotypes et à la présentation de récits africains inspirants à un public mondial. Notre expertise dans l’élaboration et l’accompagnement de campagnes de relations publiques dans le monde entier nous permet d’amplifier les messages des marques, de renforcer les réputations et d’établir un lien pertinent avec les publics cibles.  

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President Ramaphosa to address Afreximbank Accession ceremony

Source: President of South Africa –

President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Wednesday , 04 February 2026, deliver an address at the signing of the Instrument of Accession by South Africa to the Establishment Agreement of the African Export–Import Bank (Afreximbank). 

The signing ceremony marks South Africa’s formal transition to Class A Shareholder status in Afreximbank and signals the activation of a strategic partnership aimed at advancing industrial development, export-led growth, and deeper intra-African trade integration.

Afreximbank is a pan-African multilateral financial institution that facilitates, promotes and expands intra- and extra-African trade.

The bank is a key player in financing the continent’s economic development and industrialisation.  

The ceremony will be attended by the President and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Afreximbank, Dr George Elombi; members of the Bank’s Board and management; Ministers, senior government officials, captains of industry and representatives of the diplomatic corps. 

The partnership with Afreximbank is expected to support priority areas including industrial competitiveness, transformation and inclusive growth, as well as the expansion of intra-African trade and investment. 

Sovereign membership offers South African companies, commercial banks as well as State Owned Enterprises (SOEs), more competitive trade finance; expanded funding for trade activities under the AfCFTA; greater participation in cross-border projects and investments; increased partnerships and cooperation with other African financial institutions, and access to various risk mitigation tools. 

President Ramaphosa will deliver the keynote address, outlining South Africa’s vision for industrialisation, export diversification, decarbonisation, and digitisation, as well as the country’s role in advancing Africa’s economic integration in line with the bank’s strategic mandate.

President Ramaphosa will address and officiate the signing ceremony of the Instrument of Accession by the Republic of South Africa to the Establishment Agreement of the African Export–Import Bank (Afreximbank) as follows: 
Date: Wednesday, 4 February 2026 
Venue: The Westcliff Hotel, Johannesburg 
Time: 08:00 – 10:00 am 

Members of the media who wish to attend the session are advised to RSVP by sending  details to Khutjo Sebata on Khutjo@presidency.gov.za/079 898 4621  or Phumzile Kotane on pkotane@thedtic.gov.za/071 462 8246  by 14h00 on Tuesday , 03 February 2026. 

Media enquiries: Vincent Magwenya, Spokesperson to the President – media@presidency.gov.za

Issued by: The Presidency
Pretoria
 

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Qatar Affirms Opening of Rafah Border Crossing to Palestinian Movement as a Step in the Right Direction

Source: Government of Qatar

Doha | February 2, 2026

The State of Qatar affirms that the opening of the Rafah land border crossing in southern Gaza to the movement of Palestinians represents a step in the right direction toward addressing the tragic conditions faced by civilians, particularly in the humanitarian and health sectors.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs stresses the need for all parties to fully implement the ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip and to open the crossings to ensure the sustained and unhindered flow of humanitarian aid into the Strip.

The Ministry reiterates the State of Qatar’s firm and longstanding position in support of the Palestinian cause and the steadfastness of the brotherly Palestinian people, based on international legitimacy resolutions and the two-state solution, in a manner that ensures the establishment of an independent Palestinian state on the 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital.

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The Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Alliance Fleuve Congo sign in Doha the terms of reference stemming from the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region

Source: Government of Qatar

Doha – February 2, 2026

The Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Alliance Fleuve Congo / March 23 Movement (AFC/M23) have signed the terms of reference stemming from the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region. This occurred at the conclusion of the meeting of the Ceasefire Oversight and Verification Mechanism between the two parties, hosted by the State of Qatar today, as part of its efforts to resolve the conflict in the eastern region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

The two parties also renewed their commitment to the ceasefire and the Doha Framework Agreement for Peace signed between them on November 15, 2025, and affirmed their determination to implement all obligations stipulated therein in good faith, in support of the peaceful process.

Members of the mechanism took part in the meeting, which was attended by the United States and the African Union as observers, the Republic of Togo in its capacity as the African Union–appointed mediator, as well as the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) and the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region.

The meeting addressed the developments on the ground, including perspectives on the existing challenges. In this context, the members emphasized the necessity of implementing practical measures to enhance monitoring, verification, and information exchange in support of the peace process.

The members reviewed the plans of MONUSCO and the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region for implementing the mechanism, along with reaffirming their commitment to supporting and facilitating their work to ensure the success of field missions. The members also tasked MONUSCO with dispatching the first field mission to the city of Uvira to monitor the ceasefire in the coming days, while the necessary field communication channels were established to facilitate the mission’s work in accordance with the mechanism.

Based on these discussions, members agreed on subsequent steps to enhance the effectiveness of the mechanism and ensure the continuation of regular meetings within its framework.

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Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Meets Foreign Minister of Benin

Source: Government of Qatar

Doha, February 02, 2026

HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani met on Monday with HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Benin Olushegun Adjadi Bakari, who is visiting the country.

During the meeting, they discussed cooperation relations between the two countries and ways to support and enhance them, in addition to other topics of mutual interest.

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Strengthening Public Health Security at South Africa’s Borders: First Frontline FETP Cohort Graduates

Source: APO


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The World Health Organization (WHO), in collaboration with the National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD), the National Department of Health (NDoH), and the Border Management Authority (BMA) successfully concluded South Africa’s first ever Field Epidemiology Training Programme (FETP) for Points of Entry (PoE) Frontline staff from 26–30 January 2026 in Johannesburg. This inaugural cohort marks a historic advancement in national border health surveillance and frontline detection capacities.

“This ceremony marks more than the completion of a training programme; it represents an important step forward in strengthening South Africa’s public health security—your journey has been both demanding and transformative.” — Ms. Shenaaz El-Halabi, WHO Representative.

This first of its kind initiative was designed to strengthen capacity for outbreak detection, surveillance and rapid response to public health threats at PoE and across provinces. The twelve weeks training followed a rigorous cycle that began with curriculum adaptation to suit PoE nature of work and staffing in October 2025 and included three workshops, two phases of fieldwork and sustained mentorship from WHO and NICD Technical Officers. The full cycle ran from 3 November 2025 to 30 January 2026.

Broadly, participants completed modules covering POE surveillance, traveler screening, reporting pathways and International Health Regulations (IHR) obligations, complemented by applied epidemiology projects, real-time site assessments and field based exercises. The PoE FETP curriculum covered foundational epidemiology, border health surveillance, data management and analysis, emergency preparedness, and full outbreak investigation skills. It also built strong competencies in applied epidemiology through case studies, problem analysis, laboratory linkages, scientific writing, communication, and preparation of documentation through group and individual work.

Speaking on the importance of mentorship and frontline vigilance, the NICD Director of South African FETP and AFENET Board Chair, Dr. Lazarus Kuonza, reminded the cohort:

“Your role at our borders is vital—every alert you detect and every decision you make protects the entire nation. Continue mentoring others, because strengthening each colleague strengthens South Africa’s first line of defense against cross border disease threats.”

The NDoH Chief Director for Environmental Health and Port Health Services, Ms. Aneliswa Cele as the leader who envisions the future of PoE capacity, emphasized the need to build on this achievement: “Let us not end here — we need to expand this training to more officials and integrate the skills gained into routine surveillance and response functions at Points of Entry. Let us not lose the momentum we have started.” Her message reinforces the commitment to sustained capacity building within border environments. 

Echoing this forward focused vision, Ms. Funeka Bongweni, Deputy Assistant Commissioner of the BMA, highlighted the sector’s long-term aspirations: 

“From this work we want to see a growing contribution to the body of knowledge for Ports of Entry—this is only the beginning in laying a strong foundation.”

As South Africa’s first POE FETP frontline cohort, graduates are now equipped to enhance routine surveillance, improve early detection and reporting, support outbreak investigations and contribute to future training cycles through mentorship.

WHO, NDoH, NICD and BMA congratulate the pioneering cohort and extend appreciation to all facilitators, mentors and partners whose dedication made this milestone possible. Together, we advance towards a more resilient South Africa, capable of detecting and responding to public health threats at every point of entry.

This milestone was made possible through the Pandemic Fund-supported project.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of World Health Organization (WHO) – South Africa.

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Turning Plans into Protection: Improving Capacity for Better Leprosy Case Management and Mass Drug Administration in Limpopo Province of South Africa

Source: APO


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The World Health Organisation (WHO) Country Office for South Africa in collaboration with the National Department of Health (NDoH) and the Limpopo Provincial Department of Health, conducted an integrated Leprosy Case Management and Mass Drug Administration (MDA) Training Workshop in Tzaneen, Limpopo Province, from 26 to 28 January 2026.

The workshop formed part of South Africa’s efforts to advance the control and elimination of Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs), in line with the WHO NTD Roadmap 2021–2030 and Sustainable Development Goal target 3.3.

While leprosy prevalence in South Africa remains low, sporadic cases continue to occur, underscoring the need for sustained capacity in early detection, effective treatment, and prevention of disability. In parallel, schistosomiasis and soil-transmitted helminthiases (STH) remain endemic in several provinces, particularly affecting school-aged children and underserved communities. As the country prepares to scale up MDA using WHO-donated medicines, strengthening provincial and district readiness is critical.

The three-day workshop focused on improving technical and operational capacity for leprosy diagnosis and case management, promoting stigma reduction and referral pathways, and strengthening planning and implementation for safe and effective MDA. Participants also worked on developing provincial and district microplans to support programme rollout.

The workshop had 70 multi-disciplinary participants, which included provincial and district health officials, clinicians, environmental health practitioners, pharmacists, and programme managers. Technical facilitation was provided by WHO experts, the National Department of Health, academic institutions, The Leprosy Mission South Africa and the National Institute of Communicable Diseases. Mr Patrick Hlungwani from the National Department of Health emphasised the need to strengthen leprosy surveillance and reinforce multisectoral stakeholder collaboration to ensure the successful implementation of the MDA.

Dr Dhruv Pandey, Medical Officer, Tropical and Vector Borne Diseases Multicounty Assignment Team working with WHO in Southern Africa, underscored the urgency by saying that: “Schistosomiasis and STH control require sustained, multi-sectoral commitment. Integrating MDA into existing platforms is essential to reach vulnerable populations efficiently, in line with the WHO NTD Roadmap.”

The workshop strengthened coordination, readiness, and technical capacity, contributing to South Africa’s broader commitment to equitable access to NTD prevention and care, and coinciding with preparations for the World Neglected Tropical Diseases Day.

Together, these efforts highlight South Africa’s continued leadership in advancing the prevention, control and elimination of neglected tropical diseases.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of World Health Organization (WHO) – South Africa.

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Oando Reports Profit-After-Tax Up 10% to ₦241.3 billion as Upstream Production Rises 32% in FY 2025

Source: APO


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Oando PLC (www.OandoPLC.com), Africa’s leading indigenous energy solutions provider, has published its unaudited results for the full year ended 31 December 2025. The company announced a 32% year-on-year increase in production by its upstream business, averaging 32,482 boepd. This growth was driven by a 36% increase in crude oil production to 11,269 bopd, a 24% increase in gas production to 19,982 boepd, and a 715% increase in NGL production to 1,231 bpd.

The Group attributed the production growth to the full-year consolidation of the NAOC JV interest, improved operational uptime resulting from the reactivation of previously constrained wells, and targeted infrastructure upgrades across operated assets.

Oando reported a 10% increase in profit after tax to ₦241.3 billion compared to ₦220.1 billion in 2024, supported by higher upstream production, impairment reversals, and favourable tax adjustments. However, revenue declined 21% to ₦3.21 trillion from ₦4.09trillion in 2024, while gross profit decreased 82% year-on-year to ₦27.8 billion, down from ₦155.9 billion in 2024. These declines in earnings reflect the Company’s change in revenue mix as it scaled back high-turnover, lower-margin refined-product trading in favour of higher-margin crude and gas trading opportunities, as well as the impact of non-cash items.

Commenting on the full year-end 2025 unaudited results, Group Chief Executive, Oando PLC, Wale Tinubu, CON, said, “2025 was a year of relentless execution as we successfully transitioned from the integration of the NAOC Joint Venture into operational delivery.

Over the year under review, we reinforced asset integrity, strengthened security across our operating areas, and materially improved uptime, delivering a 32% year-on-year increase in total production. Operated Joint Venture production averaged approximately 80,545 boepd, translating to 32,482 boepd net to Oando, alongside a 30% increase in crude oil liftings and a 59% increase in gas sales volumes.

Building on this foundation, we launched our development drilling programme with the successful completion and start-up of the Obiafu-44 gas-condensate well. This well represents the first execution milestone within a phased 36-well development programme, designed to restore field deliverability, unlock incremental production and advance the Group’s medium-term growth objectives.”

Within its trading business, the Group recorded a 42% increase year-on-year in crude oil cargos traded, rising to 26 crude oil cargos (29.4 MMbbl) compared to 21 cargos (20.7 MMbbl) traded in 2024. During the period, Oando deliberately paused premium motor spirit (PMS) trading in response to structural changes in Nigeria’s domestic downstream landscape. While this rebalancing resulted in a short-term reduction in reported earnings, it aligns with the Group’s longer-term focus on margin quality and capital efficiency.

“In our downstream trading business, we responded decisively to evolving market dynamics by deliberately rebalancing our portfolio away from gasoline importation toward higher-margin crude and gas opportunities. We expanded global exports and leveraged structured offtake and pre-export financing arrangements to support liquidity, cash-flow resilience, and effective production monetization for our clients,”  added Tinubu.

The period under review showcases the Company’s transition from asset integration following the acquisition to a decisive assumption of operatorship, evidenced by strong upstream performance. Capital expenditure increased significantly from 2024, with higher investment in upstream development, facility integrity, and infrastructure optimisation. This investment is strategic; production growth and increased revenue depend on these foundational capabilities being in place, and more importantly, it is evidence that the company is postured correctly for the future.

In line with its group-wide optimisation strategy, the Company realised $17.7 million in cost savings across key operating inputs through disciplined contract optimisation. During the period, retained earnings returned to a positive position, reflecting non-cash intra-group balance sheet realignments associated with ongoing capital restructuring. Collectively, these developments enhance the Company’s financial resilience and position it to deliver sustainable, long-term value as it enters its next phase of growth.

Looking ahead, Tinubu remarked “With operational control firmly embedded and the foundations for growth clearly established, our focus is on the diligent execution of our development programme to accelerate production growth, strengthen cash generation and enhance long-term value creation. As we enter 2026, we will continue to allocate capital prudently, deepen operational resilience and build on the momentum achieved.”

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Oando PLC.

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O Afreximbank anuncia os oito (8) finalistas do seu programa emblemático, Programa de Aceleradores [Accelerator Program]

Source: Africa Press Organisation – Portuguese –

  • Oito (8) startups visionárias seleccionadas para promover os objectivos de comércio e industrialização intracontinentais de África
  • Os finalistas são elegíveis, sujeitos a critérios de selecção, a receber até 250.000 USD em investimento de capital, orientação especializada e acesso exclusivo ao mercado

O Banco Africano de Exportação e Importação (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com) tem o prazer de anunciar a selecção dos oito (8) finalistas do primeiro grupo do seu programa pioneiro, Programa de Aceleradores do Afreximbank [Afreximbank Accelerator Program]. Esta iniciativa dinâmica de três (3) meses, que terá início em Março de 2026, foi concebida para capacitar as startups mais promissoras de África que estão a impulsionar a inovação no comércio intra-africano.

Os finalistas foram cuidadosamente seleccionados entre um grupo altamente competitivo de mais de 1600 candidaturas, demonstrando o talento empreendedor mais promissor do continente. O rigoroso processo incluiu avaliações detalhadas dos negócios, entrevistas e sessões de apresentação, supervisionadas por um painel de especialistas em comércio do Afreximbank, juntamente com especialistas externos líderes do ecossistema de capital de risco e inovação.

Os finalistas seleccionados incorporam a missão do Afreximbank de impulsionar um progresso mensurável no comércio intra-africano e global africano. Representando inovações em sectores como a agricultura, o comércio electrónico, o acesso ao mercado, as soluções de tecnologia financeira, a melhoria da cadeia de abastecimento e a indústria transformadora, estas startups estão preparadas para enfrentar desafios comerciais críticos que afectam tanto os mercados continentais como os da diáspora, promovendo simultaneamente o comércio intra-africano e a industrialização.

A diversidade geográfica das candidaturas, provenientes de toda África, da diáspora e da CARICOM, demonstra o amplo alcance do programa e é uma prova do compromisso do Afreximbank com a integração no âmbito da Zona de Comércio Livre Continental Africana (ZCLCA) Ao priorizar soluções desde a Fase Inicial até à Série A – maturidade e aplicando uma avaliação robusta em três (3) fases que combina conhecimentos especializados, avaliação prática dos negócios e critérios de inovação estratégica, o programa visa não só acelerar o crescimento das startups como promover igualmente um ecossistema sustentável para o desenvolvimento impulsionado pelo comércio em toda África.

O Programa de Aceleradores do Afreximbank [Afreximbank Accelerator Program] proporcionará aos finalistas um pacote abrangente de apoio, incluindo:

  • Investimento de Capital: Financiamento em Capital – sujeito a critérios de selecção – de até 250.000 USD através do braço de investimento de capital de impacto do Afreximbank, o Fundo para o Desenvolvimento das Exportações em África (FEDA), permitindo uma rápida expansão e crescimento operacional.
  • Mentoria: Acesso a especialistas experientes, bem como a líderes do sector, para aperfeiçoar estratégias de negócio e acelerar a entrada no mercado. Estes incluem investidores de renome, especialistas em comércio e líderes do sector empenhados em promover a integração económica de África no âmbito da Zona de Comércio Livre Continental Africana (ZCLCA)
  • Acesso ao Mercado: Ligação ao ecossistema comercial pan-africano do Afreximbank, incluindo programas de facilitação do comércio, vias regulamentares, bem como oportunidades exclusivas para alavancar a extensa rede do Afreximbank de partes interessadas governamentais, intervenientes do sector privado e parceiros multilaterais para garantir parcerias e financiamento.

Ao longo do programa, os finalistas participarão em módulos de aprendizagem virtual, workshops práticos e sessões presenciais organizadas nos centros regionais, como Abuja, Nairobi e na sede do Afreximbank em Cairo. Esta experiência de imersão culminará com um “Dia de Demonstração” de alto nível, onde as startups apresentarão as suas soluções inovadoras a um público influente de investidores globais, decisores políticos e líderes da indústria.

O Sr. Haytham Elmaayergi, Vice-Presidente Executivo para a Banca Comercial Global do Afreximbank, comentou: “O Programa de Aceleradores do Afreximbank [Afreximbank Accelerator Program] reflecte a nossa crença no poder da inovação para transformar o comércio intra-africano e sublinha igualmente o importante papel que a inovação da África Global desempenha na concretização da promessa da ZCLCA. Este grupo inaugural representa o futuro das empresas africanas, e estamos orgulhosos em investir nelas, desde a visão até a escala, para promover as soluções necessárias para desbloquear o comércio em toda África, na diáspora e nas Caraíbas.”

O Programa de Aceleradores do Afreximbank [Afreximbank Accelerator Program] exemplifica o compromisso do Banco em promover soluções locais que abordem desafios comerciais críticos e desbloqueiem o potencial económico de África no âmbito da ZCLCA.

Para ver a lista completa dos oito (8) finalistas e os detalhes do programa, visite: https://apo-opa.co/3ZPTXSQ

Distribuído pelo Grupo APO para Afreximbank.

Contacto para a Imprensa:
Vincent Musumba
Gestor de Comunicações e Eventos (Relações com a Imprensa)
Correio Electrónico: press@afreximbank.com

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Sobre o Afreximbank:
O Banco Africano de Exportação e Importação (Afreximbank) é uma instituição financeira multilateral pan-africana com mandato para financiar e promover o comércio intra e extra-africano. Há mais de 30 anos que o Banco utiliza estruturas inovadoras para oferecer soluções de financiamento que apoiam a transformação da estrutura do comércio africano, acelerando a industrialização e o comércio intra-regional, impulsionando assim a expansão económica em África. Apoiante firme do Acordo de Comércio Livre Continental Africano (ACLCA), o Afreximbank lançou um Sistema Pan-Africano de Pagamento e Liquidação (PAPSS) que foi adoptado pela União Africana (UA) como plataforma de pagamento e liquidação para sustentar a implementação da ZCLCA. Em colaboração com o Secretariado da ZCLCA e a UA, o Banco criou um Fundo de Ajustamento de 10 mil milhões de dólares para apoiar os países que participam de forma efectiva na ZCLCA. No final de Dezembro de 2024, o total de activos e contingências do Afreximbank ascendia a mais de 40,1 mil milhões de dólares e os seus fundos de accionistas a 7,2 mil milhões de dólares. O Afreximbank tem notações de grau de investimento atribuídas pela GCR (escala internacional) (A), Moody’s (Baa2), China Chengxin International Credit Rating Co., Ltd (CCXI) (AAA), Japan Credit Rating Agency (JCR) (A-). O Afreximbank evoluiu para uma entidade de grupo que inclui o Banco, a sua subsidiária de fundo de impacto de acções, denominada Fundo para o Desenvolvimento das Exportações em África (FEDA), e a sua subsidiária de gestão de seguros, AfrexInsure (em conjunto, “o Grupo”). O Banco tem a sua sede em Cairo, Egipto.

Para mais informações, visite: www.Afreximbank.com.

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