[DRAFT] Invitation to ZIDA Guests: 3rd Canada-Africa Business Conference

Harare, Zimbabwe
15 October 2024

The Canada-Africa Chamber of Business is delighted to continue convening leading decision-makers to accelerate Canada-Africa trade and investment, through world-networking and information-sharing events.

As such, we are delighted to welcome the Zimbabwe Investment Development Agency (ZIDA) to the upcoming 3rd Canada-Africa Business Conference taking place in Harare in Zimbabwe.

Invited guests of ZIDA may RSVP here and view more information on the upcoming program below.

We thank our headline Chamber sponsor Elephant Trade-Services, as well as the vitally important role of Hatch as a Major Sponsor, in the 3rd Canada-Africa Business Conference.

In addition to mining, energy and ICT, the Zimbabwe Investment Development Agency has identified tourism, manufacturing and agriculture as among the key opportunities. At the same time, Canadian institutions are also privileged to play a significant role as partners in higher education.

Canada-Africa Business Conference Program
The program is subject to change

08:00	Arrival of Delegates & Light Breakfast
08:30	Opening Ceremony, including Official Addresses from the Governments of Zimbabwe and Canada Address by the Zimbabwe Investment Development Agency
09:30	Keynote Address – Joe Lombard, Vice Chairman, Hatch
10:00	Panel 1: Natural Resource Development: A Catalyst for Growth Led by Welekazi Cele, Regional Director, Mining and Metals Wayne Floreani, President, MineAfrica.
10:45	Tea/Coffee Break
11:15	Panel 2: Champions of Private Sector Growth: The roles of Energy, Infrastructure and Education Led by Peter Viljoen, Regional Director, Energy
12:00	Private Sector Keynote Address: Zimplats
12:30	Luncheon
13:30	Panel 3: Pan-African Prosperity Outlook: The Potential of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA): The Vital Importance of the SADC and the Prospects for Zimbabwe Led by Sebastian Spio-Garbrah, Special Envoy to the AfCFTA at The Canada-Africa Chamber of Business
14:30	Panel 4: Zimbabwe’s Global Success Stories – Insights from Business Leaders who have had a worldwide impact
15:30	Closing Address
16:00	Break for delegates to prepare for the Official Reception
17:30	Official Reception: Residence of the Ambassador of Canada to Zimbabwe

Day 2: Site Visit Program for Members and Sponsors

Among the success stories under the spotlight is Zimplats and the successful collaboration with one of Canada's leading global companies, Hatch. Zimplats is a leading mining company specializing in platinum group metals and will be the focus of our Day 2 Site Visit Program.

''Hatch has a long history of working in Africa; we are committed to creating positive change by supporting local communities, fostering economic development, and protecting the environment. As a proud partner of the Canada-Africa Chamber of Business, and a sponsor of the Canada-Africa Business Conference, we look forward to showcasing our expertise and capabilities at the conference, and to exploring new opportunities for collaboration and innovation with all our stakeholders.''
- Joe Lombard, Vice Chairman, Hatch

Above and Cover photo; the 2nd Canada-Africa Business Conference took place in February this year

Video Photos, including the Official Opening Ceremony, Keynote Address, Panels and VIP Networking Reception at the recent Canada-Africa Business Conference in Nairobi.

"The Canada-Africa Business Conference (in Nairobi) has reaffirmed the benefits of continuing to foster connections between Canadian and African communities... Our growing economic ties will provide even more opportunities to drive prosperity and innovation across our borders."

- Maninder Sidhu, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development