January 2024
Dear Members and Friends,
The Canada-Africa Chamber of Business is thrilled to announce that His Excellency President (Dr.) William Samoei Ruto will officiate the second Canada-Africa Business Conference scheduled for 19th – 20th February 2024 in Nairobi. The event will also welcome Maninder Sidhu, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, in collaboration with the High Commission of Canada in Kenya. Read More
Among our sponsors of this event, we are pleased to recognize Cypher Environmental. CEO Todd Burns has led Cypher's “outstanding display of market-driven solutions to key environmental issues of the day” and will deliver a keynote address during the program.
During Africa Accelerating 2023, Kenya's President William Ruto invited Canada's private sector to take up the call to trade and invest in Kenya. In partnership with the Kenya Private Sector Alliance, we look forward to the forum which “aims to widen the scope of available opportunities in medical care, infrastructure, energy, FinTech and project financing”. Read More
Annual Investing in African Mining Indaba, February 3-7: Cape Town
The Chamber remains available to assist all members attending the Annual Investing in African Mining Indaba. From February 3rd to 7th, we are on-hand to liaise for meetings and access to VIP events. Email mining@canadaafrica.ca
For those members who have not yet registered, the High Commission of Canada has generously extended an invitation to participate in numerous sessions - subject to availability:
DRC-Canada Chamber Leadership Visit to Lualaba, February 8-10: Kolwezi
Sponsored by Elephant Trade, the Chamber Leadership Visit to the DRC take places next week from 8-10 February 2024 in the Lualaba Province, one of the key outcomes of Africa Accelerating 2023.
Members in Lualaba or those who will be present on the occasion of the visit are welcome to contact drc@canadaafrica.ca for assistance with meetings on-the-ground and attendance at events on 8 and 9 February, including the VIP Welcome Dinner. We are especially honoured that the Canadian Ambassador to the DRC, H.E. Maryse Guilbeault, will be with us. Read More
If you still wish to join us please let us know and we will share the latest copy of the program and logistical details for travel and accommodation.
Join our Africa Programming during PDAC with MineAfrica Inc
The largest Africa-focused mining event in North America is fast-approaching!
Promote your country, company, African mining project, product or services this March 3-6, 2024, during PDAC in Toronto. Attendance at the 25th Annual African Mining Breakfast & 22nd Annual Investing in African Mining Seminar is complimentary for all members.
Our sponsor, MineAfrica, is pleased to offer you a number of exciting participation options at the biggest mining investment show in the world, including:
- Custom booth space in the MineAfrica pavilion at the PDAC Trade Show from March 3-6
- Presentation and sponsorship opportunities at the biggest African mining event in North America - “The Canada-Africa Chamber of Business 25th Annual African Mining Breakfast & MineAfrica’s 22nd Investing in African Mining Seminar” - on March 5 at the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel - with keynote speaker Peter Marrone, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Allied Gold Corporation
- Participation in MineAfrica's 3-day MASTERMINING course “Understanding the Mining Industry” From A to Z from February 29 to March 2
Read the 2023 report with links to the program, African Mining Directory, and photo gallery.
We will be on-hand to meet in Cape Town, Kolwezi and Nairobi ahead of PDAC, during upcoming programs in each of these cities.
See the 2023 program and African Mining Directory.
See the 2023 photo gallery.
Download the 2024 Participation Packages brochure.
Register to attend the breakfast/seminar.
Email wayne@mineafrica.com for more information.
View all upcoming Chamber Events here
Presidents' Report - 2023 in Review
Following a successful year, the President's Report is available online - showcasing the people, companies and ideas that accelerated Canada-Africa trade and investment, through world-class networking and information-sharing events. Read it here
Save the Date: 30-Year Anniversary Reception: May 7, 2024
It is our distinct privilege to invite members and guests to our 30 Year-Anniversary this year.
For members traveling to Canada, as well as those in country already, the 30-Year Anniversary will be followed by a program of optional added visits to Sudbury and Vancouver. Read More.
View more upcoming events this year.
Join us at Africa Accelerating 2024 which be held in Gatineau, Quebec from 21-23 October. We look forward to seeing you there. Read More
Recordings of past events are also available.
Best wishes from all of us!
Garreth Bloor (President), Susan Namulindwa (Vice President, Canada), Jacques NdoutouMvé (Vice President, Africa), Sebastian Spio-Garbrah (AfCFTA Free Trade Unit, Accra)
Ateau Zola (Senior Associate: Business Development), Mahvish Batool (Operations), Toye Abioye (Business Development and Partnerships), Karen Woolcock (Senior Associate: In-Bound Delegations/KY Concierge) and Kweku Essien (Business Development)
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For more information, please contact:
The Canada-Africa Chamber of Business Head Office
55 Bloor Street West, RTO Manulife Building, PO Box 19553
Toronto, Ontario M4W 3T9 Tel: 647-667-1223 Email: members@canadaafrica.ca