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19/06/2024

Historic Trip to the Caribbean: A Milestone Achieved with Afreximbank

I was honored to be part of the groundbreaking ET flight (ET-8394) that made history by connecting Africa to the Caribbean for the first time. Ethiopian Airlines, Africa's largest airline operator, successfully linked Global Africa. The inaugural flight landed at Lynden Pindling International Airport (LPIA) in Nassau, Bahamas, and was welcomed with a water salute at Jet Aviation's VIP section.

The flight from Lagos to Nassau took 10 hours and 30 minutes, while the return flight took 10 hours, marking one of the shortest distances connecting Global Africa. We arrived in Nassau for the Afrexim Bank meetings and the 3rd Afri-Caribbean Trade and Investment Forum, a historic event organized by Afreximbank for the first time in the western hemisphere.

We were treated with the highest level of respect, sending a strong signal that Africa must unite and connect with the African diaspora and the Caribbean for the greater good of all Africans globally.

As the President of African Imports and Exports Bank (Afreximbank) Prof. Oramah Benedict aptly stated, "In a world where might is right, it's essential for the weak to unite." This unity is embodied in the concept of Global Africa, which encompasses Africa, the diaspora, and the Caribbean.

The legendary Bob Marley's call for African unity resonates deeply, especially as this conference was held near his hometown of Jamaica. His iconic song echoes the sentiment: "Africa unite... because we're moving right out of Babylon, and we're grooving to our Father's land." This historic trip marks a significant step towards realizing that vision.

12/04/2024

TRADE QUEEN SOUTH AFRICA LAUNCH…

I want to express my deepest gratitude to the South African government for their unwavering support towards our project, Trade Queen Africa. A special thanks to Ms. Welhemina Reshoketswe Tshabalala, Deputy Director General of the Department of Women, Youth, and Persons with Disabilities (DWYPD) in South Africa, for her wholehearted endorsement of Trade Queen South Africa.

Following the successful continental launch, Ghana and Zambia have already inaugurated their local pageants. Now, we eagerly anticipate the launches in Nigeria, Botswana, Ethiopia, Congo, Senegal, and more. South Africa will proudly host its launch event on Saturday, April 13, 2024.

I extend my appreciation to Geetha Maharaj, Project Director, and the dedicated members of the Local Organizing Committee for their invaluable contributions to making this event a reality.

Having been briefed on the planned program of activities and with over 50 organizations from South Africa confirmed to participate, I am excited for the journey ahead.

You are all cordially invited to join us at this momentous occasion on Saturday, promptly at 6:00 AM, at 100 3RD ROAD, HYDE PARK, GAUTENG Province in Johannesburg, South Africa. Let’s make this launch an unforgettable success for Trade Queen Africa!






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29/01/2024

GHANA WOMEN FORUM LAUNCHED…

Honored to attend the launch of the Ghana Women Forum (GWF) on January 27, 2024. I had the privilege of sharing the stage with distinguished guests, including Professor Goski Alabi, President of Laweh University College, Prof. Elsie Effah Kaufmann, founding Head of the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Ghana, and Prof. Hinson Robert, Pro-Vice Chancellor of Ghana Telecom University College, along with Okyeame Kwame and others.

Dr. Adeline Baidoo, a lecturer at Accra Technical University and the founding president of GWF, highlighted the crucial role women play in Ghana's development.

At AfCFTA Young Entrepreneurs Federation (AfYEF), we recognize and emphasize the significance of empowering women, not only in Ghana but across Africa, which is why we are launching Trade Queen Africa next month.

The GWF's motto, 'It is impossible without women,' truly speaks to the essence of their mission.

22/01/2024

AFRICA PROSPERITY DIALOGUES-APD

This week marks the culmination of Africa Prosperity—an initiative that began a year ago, evolving from Ambition to Action under the guidance of the Africa Prosperity Network.
Following the success of the inaugural edition, the 2024 Dialogues shift the focus to what I term PAT—
a.) Produce
b.) Add Value
c.) Trade

Join us from 25th - 27th January, 2024 in transformative conversations at Africa Prosperity Dialogues 2024, where youth and women take center stage. I, along with other youth leaders from diverse sectors of Africa's economy, will discuss how the youth can produce, add value to their products, and trade within a unified African market.

The focus is on empowering them to contribute to the realization of the AfCFTA single market. We will address critical issues related to trade barriers from the perspectives of the youth and collaboratively propose strategies to enhance youth-inclusive intra-African trade participation.

Special thanks to the National Youth Authority Authority (NYA), AfCFTA Secretariat APN for making this possible.

Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo
Africa Prosperity Network
Afcfta Young Entrepreneurs Federation - Afyef
National Youth Authority
African Continental Free Trade Area - Afcfta

09/01/2024

WOMEN IN TRADE CONFERENCE 2024

Grateful for the invitation to today's international conference by the President of Organization for Women in International Trade (OWIT) Ghana.

Ghana, in collaboration with Women of Value Southern Africa ( ) and with support from WITOC and EDC SBDC California, concludes the 'Expanding Global Markets with the United States through Technology and Trade.’

Special guest Tirrell McKnight, Export Administration Specialist from the U.S. Department of Commerce, shares insights on regulatory compliance when importing from the States .Thanks to Prempeh, Dimakatso Malwela, Laurie Kelleher, Simona Filip Racek, and Nana Osei Bonsu for their valuable contributions. 

Join us to explore trade resources and empower women in Africa to access the U.S. Market.

01/01/2024

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL AFRICAN YOUTH

My New Year's message.

https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/NewsArchive/Message-to-African-youth-on-how-to-approach-2024-1906325

https://mobile.classfmonline.com/news/general/AfYEF-announces-2-flagship-projects-in-2024-48385?ID=48385

Dear African Youth,

14/12/2023

Ghana TO THE MOON CONFERENCE
DAY 1

"Ghana to the Moon Day 1 has concluded with gratitude to God for a successful opening event. International guests from the United States, Nigeria, and other countries safely arrived, contributing to a well-organized program. Tomorrow promises engaging panel discussions, exhibitions, and a pitching competition where five startups will compete for funding, marking the climax of the event. Join us at the World Trade Center for Day 2 of the Ghana to the Moon International Conference as we continue conversations about Ghana and Africa reaching for the moon."

06/12/2023

WOMEN IN TRADE CONFERENCE UNDERWAY IN Tanzania 🇹🇿

Today marks the commencement of the second Women in Trade Conference at the Julius Nyerere International Convention Centre in Dar Es Salaam, —a significant stride for women's empowerment in across .

Diverse delegates are assembling to share ideas and establish connections, fostering innovation and collaboration through insightful sessions and workshops. The active involvement of women in trade is crucial for the success of AfCFTA, driving H.E. Wamkele Mene's efforts to include women and youth.

Heading AfYEF Women team is our National Coordinator for Tanzania 🇹🇿, Milu Bulili Marco.

04/11/2022

Launching of AfYEF Women 3rd November 2022.

I want to use this opportunity to thank H.E. Grace Jeanet Mason, South African 🇿🇦 High commissioner to Ghana 🇬🇭 for Supporting us launch our AfYEF Women Wing.

I want to also thank individuals and institutions like The AfCFTA Secretariat, National Youth Authority, Ghana Standards Authority, Ministry of Trade and Industry, Twillium industries (producer of Verna Mineral Water), Consolidated Bank of Ghana (CBG) and World trade Centre.

I appreciate the efforts and support from my team from AfCFTA Young Entrepreneurs, the GhanaWeb, GTV, Class Fm, Joynews, North Media, among others.

Yesterday, We successfully unveiled our women wing, ( AfYEF Women) at the World Trade center in Accra, Ghana, West Africa.

This is basically going to mobilize the African women in Trade across Africa, to support, train, network, and fund them to be able to take active part in the African Free Continental Trade Area (AfCFTA).

Signed
Siita Sofo Hissan
Founding President,
AfCFTA Young Entrepreneurs Federation (AfYEF)

Voice of the Youth and women for AfCFTA

29/10/2022

“Women and Youth play a critical role in the development of Africa and must to supported to be able go into Agriculture and Agribusiness”.

- Prince Siita Sofo President Of AfCFTA Young Entrepreneurs Federation (AfYEF)….

30/09/2022

ONE-ON-ONE WITH HAJIA SURAIYA MANAN ( SURI MANAN)

FORMER NORTHERN REGIONAL WOMEN ORGANIZER ASPIRANT, NPP.

TOPIC OF DISCUSSION: DECLARATION OF INTENT TO SUPPORT NPP FLAGBEARER HOPEFUL.

DATE: TOMORROW SATURDAY, 1ST OCTOBER, 2022.

TIME: 9:30AM - 10: 30AM.

12/09/2022

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