Title: Business Forum Makutano 2023: a key event for the economic development of Africa
Introduction :
The Makutano Business Forum, the leading business network in Central Africa, is organizing its 9th edition to be held on September 20 and 21, 2023 in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. This major event will bring together public policy makers, private sector leaders and civil society leaders, with the aim of unlocking intra-Africa’s untapped trade potential, estimated at US$22 billion. Through the development of intra-African trade, the Business Forum Makutano aims to promote a prosperous and inclusive Africa.
The development of intra-African trade: an engine for the African economy
According to the organizers of the Business Forum Makutano, better regional integration could increase African incomes by 9% by 2035, or 571 billion dollars, and create 18 million new jobs. This integration would strengthen the African private sector, create more competitive markets and accelerate economic diversification. In addition, it would lift 50 million people out of extreme poverty, thus contributing to inclusive growth.
The key role of African companies
The Business Forum Makutano highlights the crucial role of African businesses in creating the prosperity and jobs necessary for the development of the continent. However, for this to happen, it is essential that States foster an enabling business environment, including by facilitating the free movement of goods, services and people. By providing access to expanded markets, African businesses can become leaders in the global economy. Thus, the Business Forum Makutano facilitates an open and constructive dialogue between private and public actors, in order to develop a better mutual understanding of the challenges and constraints they face.
The Makutano Business Forum 2023 program
The Business Forum Makutano 2023 will bring together more than 150 high profile personalities, including government leaders, public policy makers, business executives and civil society leaders. The event will offer different meeting formats, such as interactive working sessions on sectoral or cross-cutting issues, networking sessions and thematic events to promote trade and business opportunities.
Conclusion :
The Makutano Business Forum 2023 provides a unique opportunity to boost Africa’s economic development through enhanced intra-African trade. By fostering collaboration between private and public actors, this event contributes to the creation of a prosperous, inclusive and competitive Africa on the world stage.