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Weekly Events for August 4th - August 8th
Continue reading for some of the events next week in D.C. concerning Africa
Monday, August 4thThe Game Has Changed: The New Landscape for Innovation and Business in Africa
Hosted by: Brookings Institute
Location: Willard Intercontinental Hotel 1401 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
Time: 9:15am – 5pm
Summary: During his visit to Africa last year, President Obama announced that his administration would host the first-ever U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit as part of an ongoing campaign to open a new chapter in America's relationship with the region. For years, U.S. engagement in Africa has emphasized poverty reduction, foreign aid and addressing catastrophes, like the tragic spread of HIV/AIDS. While critically important, these priorities have not fully kept pace with dramatic changes occurring across the region, as Africa today has emerged as one of the world's premier destinations for cutting-edge innovation and inspiring entrepreneurship. This upcoming summit presents an unparalleled opportunity for the U.S. government and people to recalibrate their approach to this rapidly changing region.
For More Information Please Visit http://www.brookings.edu/events/2014/08/04-us-africa-business-innovation
Presidential Breakfast With H.E. Armando Guebuza, President Of The Republic Of Mozambique
Hosted by: Corporate Council on Africa
Location: Marriott Marquis Hotel, 901 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, District Of Columbia 20001
Time: 8am – 9:30am
Summary: On August 4, the Corporate Council on Africa (CCA) will host a special breakfast with H.E. Armando Guebuza, president of the Republic of Mozambique. This event is part of CCA's week-long program, "Leading the Way in U.S.-Africa Investment." Please Note: This event is open to the public, but registration is required (CCA Members/Government: $50 | Non-CCA Members: $100).
For More Information Please Visit http://www.interaction.org/event/presidential-breakfast-he-armando-guebuza-president-republic-mozambique
Science at the United States-Africa Leaders' Summit in Washington DC
Hosted by: Intelligence in Science
Location: National Press Club, 529 14th Street NW, Washington, DC 20045
Time: 9am – 5pm
Summary: ISC will organize a seminar on the 4th August 2014 entitled "Science at the United States-Africa Leaders' Summit," which will explore the role of science, within the Summit objectives and broader Africa-US relations, as well as identify and promote methods for stimulating growth, driving cross-border exchanges and establishing an enabling environment for future generations. With a particular emphasis on the importance of education, investment and human capital development, this panel-led discussion will cover the following thematic areas, amongst others, to promote science, technology and innovation in future Africa-US relations.
For More Information Please Visit http://www.iscintelligence.com/event.php?id=229
Morocco's Emergence as a Gateway to Business in Africa
Hosted by: The Atlantic Council
Location: 1030 15th Street, NW, 12th Floor (West Tower) Washington, DC
Time: 9:15am
Summary: The landmark US-Africa Leaders Summit, set to take place in Washington from August 4-6, will be the largest event of its kind between a US president and African heads of state and government. It will focus attention on the political and economic ties between the United States and one of the world's most dynamic regions. However, despite being home to some of fastest growing economies on the globe, Africa still poses significant challenges for businesses seeking to partner in its development. Increasingly, Morocco has emerged not only as a significant US political and strategic partner in Africa, but also as an attractive portal for investment and business headed to the continent. With its position as a rising economic power with burgeoning economic and commercial links across the continent and beyond, Morocco's firms now account for almost 10 percent of all business transacted across Africa.
For More Information Please Visit http://www.atlanticcouncil.org/events/upcoming-events/detail/moroccos-emergence-as-a-gateway-to-business-in-africa
African Diaspora Investment Symposium
Hosted by: Developing Markets Associates, Homestrings, the Small Enterprise Assistance Fund and the International diaspora Engagement Alliance
Location: Ronald Reagan Building, Pavilion Room, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, District Of Columbia 20004
Time: 8am – 8pm
Summary: Developing Markets Associates, Homestrings, the Small Enterprise Assistance Fund and the International diaspora Engagement Alliance will cohost the first U.S.-Africa Diaspora Investment Symposium at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center on August 4. The symposium will be comprised of two events:
Morning event (general admission): The morning event will gather change makers from the global diaspora, the private sector, civil society and non-profit organizations to engage in discussions on how to leverage the tremendous potential of the African Diaspora through investment and entrepreneurship. Afternoon event (accredited investors only)
For More Information Please Visit http://www.interaction.org/event/african-diaspora-investment-symposium
U.S.- South Africa Business And Investment Forum
Hosted by: U.S.-South Africa Business Council
Location: U.S. Chamber Of Commerce, 1615 H Street, NW, Washington, District Of Columbia 20062
Time: 9am – 11:30am
Summary: The U.S.-South Africa Business Council invites you to join them for the U.S.-South Africa Business and Investment Forum. The event will feature a keynote address by South African President Jacob Zuma as well as panel discussions with U.S. companies doing business in South Africa and key South African ministers. The first panel will discuss how infrastructure investments are moving South Africa toward the goals set forth in the National Development Plan (NDP). And the second panel will highlight the role of innovation as the key to South Africa's future economic growth.
For More Information Please Visit http://www.interaction.org/event/us-south-africa-business-and-investment-forum
Empowered Africa Dialogue
Hosted by: U.S.-Africa Network
Location: Howard University, Armour J. Blackburn Center, 2400 Sixth Street, NW, Washington, District Of Columbia 20005
Time: 9am – 5:30pm
Summary: Organized by the U.S.-Africa Network, the "Empowered Africa Dialogue" will be held at Howard University on the eve of President Obama's African Leaders Summit. The event will provide an alternative space where grassroots citizen-activists, scholars, progressive NGOs and community organizers from Africa and the United States will not only critique significant issues related to U.S.-Africa policy, but also discuss alternative strategies and policies from a progressive and proactive perspective.
For More Information Please Visit http://www.interaction.org/event/empowered-africa-dialogue
Corporate Council On America Business Forum
Hosted by: Corporate Council on Africa
Location: 1000 H St NW Washington, District Of Columbia 20001
Time: 9:30am – 5:45pm
Summary: he Corporate Council on Africa (CCA) is proud to announce its week-long program, "Leading the Way in U.S.-Africa Investment." This series of events will take place during the U.S. Government's U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit, which aims to strengthen ties with one of the world's most dynamic and fastest-growing regions, as well as highlight America's commitment to Africa's security, its democratic development and its people. The series of events presents a rare opportunity to hear from multiple African leaders, meet and network with U.S. and African private sector and government decision makers, and further advance your business interests throughout the continent.
For More Information Please Visit http://www.interaction.org/event/corporate-council-america-business-forum
Africa Business Initiative Presidential Plenary
Hosted by: The Africa Business Initiative
Location: U.S. Chamber Of Commerce, Hall Of Flags, 1615 H Street NW
Time: 1:30pm – 4:30pm
Summary: On August 4, the Africa Business Initiative will host a Presidential Plenary featuring Prime Minister Hailemariam Desalegn of Ethiopia (invited), President Armando Guebuza of Mozambique, and President John Dramani Mahama of Ghana. Following the plenary, Hendrik du Toit, CEO of Investec Asset Management (IAM) will unveil a report jointly produced by IAM and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce on the ways U.S.-Africa engagement can be deepened. After the report release, a panel of corporate executives will speak on issues related to successfully doing business in African markets.
For More Information Please Visit http://www.interaction.org/event/africa-business-initiative-presidential-plenary
NPC Luncheon With Jacob Zuma, President Of The Republic Of South Africa
Hosted by: National Press Club
Location: The National Press Club, 529 14th St. NW, 13th Floor Washington, District Of Columbia 20045
Time: 1:30pm – 3:30pm
Summary: President Jacob Zuma of South Africa will be the guest at a National Press Club Speakers Luncheon on August 4. Zuma will speak on the eve of the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit in Washington. The Press Club (NPC) luncheon will begin promptly at 1:30 p.m. in the Ballroom. Remarks will begin at 2 p.m, followed by a question and answer session ending at 3 p.m. Please Note: This event is open to the public, registration required. The cost of luncheon admission is $22 for NPC members (NPC Members may purchase 2 tickets at this rate) and $36 for non-members.
For More Information Please Visit http://www.interaction.org/event/npc-luncheon-jacob-zuma-president-republic-south-africa
The Timbuktu Renaissance Initiative Reception
Hosted by: Brookings Institute
Location: Willard Intercontinental Hotel 1401 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
Time: 6pm – 8pm
Summary: The Brookings Project on U.S. Relations with the Islamic World and the Africa Growth Initiative are pleased to invite you to hear featured remarks on the Timbuktu Renaissance Initiative from the president of Mali as well as the Malian minister of culture, the U.S. Ambassador to Mali and the vice president and director of foreign policy at Brookings. Remarks will be followed by a live performance by world-renowned Malian musicians. Malian music is considered by many musicians as the root of blues music in the United States and has won admirers around the globe. This event follows the 2014 U.S.–Islamic World Forum in Doha, which launched the Timbuktu Renaissance Action Group, and falls during the U.S.–Africa Leaders Summit. This reception will directly follow AGI's program, The Game Has Changed: The New Landscape for Business and Innovation in Africa, available via webcast.
For More Information Please Visit http://www.brookings.edu/events/2014/08/04-timbuktu-renaissance
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Tuesday, August 5thA Transatlantic Imperative Food Security For Africa: The Case Of Niger
Hosted by: The Lugar Center in partnership with the German Marshall Fund of the United States' Richard G. Lugar Institute for Diplomacy and Congress
Location: The German Marshall Fund 1744 R Street NW Washington, District Of Columbia 20009
Time: 8:30am – 10am
Summary: On August 5, The Lugar Center in partnership with the German Marshall Fund of the United States' Richard G. Lugar Institute for Diplomacy and Congress will host a special event, "A Transatlantic Imperative - Food Security for Africa: The Case of Niger." The event will feature remarks from former U.S. Senator Richard G. Lugar and H.E. Issoufou Mahamadou, the president of Niger. Mahamadou and Lugar will explore food security and agricultural transformation issues — including increasing agricultural productivity, strengthening technology resources, minimizing trade barriers between countries, developing resilience of small farmers and improving access to markets within countries.
For More Information Please Visit http://www.interaction.org/event/transatlantic-imperative-food-security-africa-case-niger
Growth And Opportunity In Africa Forum
Hosted by: U.S. House of Representatives
Location: 345 Cannon House Office Building Cannon Caucus Room Washington, District Of Columbia 20515
Time: 9am – 12pm
Summary: On Tuesday, August 5th Congressmember Karen Bass (CA-D) will host a special public forum, in conjunction with the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit, on growth and opportunity in Africa. Please Note: This event is open to the public, but an RSVP is required. Media inquiries should be directed to Dan Roth.
For More Information Please Visit http://bass.house.gov/africaforum
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Wednesday, August 6thTowards an Action Program for Democracy
Hosted by: The National Endowment for Democracy
Location: Cannon House Office Building, Caucus Room (345) Independence and New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington, DC 20515
Time: 9am – 5pm
Summary: Taking advantage of the opportunity provided by the White House's African Leaders' Summit, leading American democracy and human rights organizations will convene a concurrent African civil society conference, Towards an Action Program for Democracy, on August 5th (by invite only) and 6th in Washington, D.C. The conference will be an important platform for leading African activists to remind their governments and the international community that African citizens value freedom and democracy and will provide an opportunity to help reassert democratic reform and human rights on the African agenda, galvanize and network African democracy activists, share challenges and achievements, identify priorities, and craft strategies.
For More Information Please Visit http://www.ned.org/events/towards-an-action-program-for-democracy-an-african-civil-society-conference
Overcoming Obstacles to Doing Business in Sub-Saharan Africa
Hosted by: The Atlantic Council
Location: 1030 15th Street, NW, 12th Floor (West Tower) Washington, DC
Time: 12pm
Summary: In the context of the inaugural US-Africa Leaders Summit, the Atlantic Council's Africa Center is pleased to invite you to the launch of a new study about barriers to doing business in sub-Saharan Africa and how they can be overcome. Authored by Visiting Fellow Aubrey Hruby, the report argues that inadequate infrastructure, lack of market data, and poor policy implementation impede investment in Africa, despite growing opportunities to do so profitably. The publication also focuses on innovative solutions for surmounting such obstacles and how companies who have successfully entered African markets can provide lessons learned for future investors.
For More Information Please Visit http://www.atlanticcouncil.org/events/upcoming-events/detail/investment-and-ingenuity
Dinner With H.E. Goodluck Jonathan
Hosted by: Corporate Council on Africa
Location: Grand Hyatt Hotel 1000 H St NW, Washington, District Of Columbia 20001
Time: 7pm – 9pm
Summary: The Corporate Council on Africa (CCA) will host a Presidential Dinner in partnership with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce for H.E. Goodluck Jonathan, President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The dinner is part of CCA's week-long program, "Leading the Way in U.S.-Africa Investment." This series of events will take place during the U.S. Government's U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit, which aims to strengthen ties with one of the world's most dynamic and fastest-growing regions, as well as highlight America's commitment to Africa's security, its democratic development and its people.
For More Information Please Visit http://www.interaction.org/event/dinner-he-goodluck-jonathan
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Thursday, August 7thStatesmen's Forum: His Excellency Ibrahim Boubacar Keita, President of the Republic of Mali
Hosted by: Center for Strategic and International Studies
Location: 1616 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20036, 1st Floor Conference Room
Time: 9am – 10:15am
Summary: Please join us for a Statesmen's Forum featuring President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita of Mali as he discusses the progress and challenges of Mali's post-crisis recovery as well as the broader regional prospects for security, development, and good governance in the Sahel region. President Keita, elected last year to restore democratic governance and stability to Mali after a military coup in 2012, will share his perspective on the ongoing peace process and the role that neighboring countries and the U.S. government can play in tackling insecurity and fostering reconciliation. Space and translation receivers are limited. Please RSVP to africa@csis.org.
For more information please visit http://csis.org/event/security-sahel
The Africa Digital Security Conference
Hosted by: The Women Ambassadors Foundation, faculty and alumni of Howard University and the International Trade Center
Location: The Ronald Reagan Building And International Trade Center 1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW Washington, District Of Columbia 20004
Time: 9:30am – 9pm
Summary: The Women Ambassadors Foundation, faculty and alumni of Howard University and the International Trade Center will host their first-ever Africa Digital Security Conference at the Ronald Reagan International Trade Center on August 7. Held in conjunction with the White House African Leaders summit, this conference will galvanize public-private partnerships combating cyber security threats on the continent of Africa, home to several of the world's fastest growing economies.
For More Information Please Visit http://www.interaction.org/event/africa-digital-security-conference
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Friday, August 8thA Batkin International Leaders Forum with the President of Somalia Hassan Sheikh Mohamud
Hosted by: Brookings Institute
Location: SEIU Conference Center, 1880 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20036
Time: 10am – 11:30am
Summary: President Barack Obama will host the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit on August 4-6 in Washington, D.C. Billed as the first event of its kind, the summit's theme is "Investing in the Next Generation." Somalia is one African nation where both challenges and promises are numerous. The country is beginning to build a functioning state, while also working to defeat a well-resourced terrorist group. There are many questions to be answered in the time ahead, including: Can democracy deliver? How can Somalia be fixed from the inside-out and outside-in?
For More Information Please Visit http://www.brookings.edu/events/2014/08/08-batkin-forum-hassan-sheikh-mohamud
Equatorial Guinea Economic Forum
Hosted by: The Ministry of Mines, Industry and Energy of the Republic of Equatorial Guinea, The Corporate Council on Africa (CCA) and Greenberg Traurig LLC
Location: St. Regis Hotel 923 16th St NW Washington, District Of Columbia 20006
Time: 9am -4pm
Summary: On August 8 an all-day economic forum on Equatorial Guinea will be held at the St. Regis Hotel. The forum is being presented by The Ministry of Mines, Industry and Energy of the Republic of Equatorial Guinea, The Corporate Council on Africa (CCA) and Greenberg Traurig LLC. This event is part of CCA's week-long program, "Leading the Way in U.S.-Africa Investment."
For More Information Please Visit http://www.interaction.org/event/equatorial-guinea-economic-forum
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