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British International Investment (BII), the UK’s development finance institution and impact investor, has announced the signing of a $100 million risk-sharing facility with Citi to support the trade finance needs of SMEs and corporates in frontier and emerging African economies. The initiative was announced during a signing ceremony in Washington at the World Bank’s Spring… Continue reading CWEIC Strategic Partner, British International Investment And Citi Launch $100 Million Risk-Sharing Facility To Support Trade Finance In Frontier And Emerging African Economies

At the invitation of the Republic of Gabon, the first Global Advisory Council (GAC) meeting of the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) Hub for the Central African sub region was held on 23 – 24 April 2024 in Libreville, Gabon. Strategic Partners from Cameroon, India, Rwanda and the United Kingdom attended the event. The… Continue reading CWEIC Hosts First International Advisory Council in Gabon

In an occasion symbolising growing ties, a delegation from the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) had the privilege of meeting with Gabon’s Prime Minister, His Excellency, Raymond Ndong Sima in Libreville. Led by Lord Swire, Deputy Chair for CWEIC, the delegation discussed avenues for enhanced economic collaboration. Accompanying Lord Swire from CWEIC were Cham… Continue reading Delegation Honoured to Call Upon Prime Minister of Gabon

The Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) delegation led by Lord Swire was delighted to be hosted by Invest in Gabon (ANPI-Gabon). The CWEIC delegation was welcomed by Aimé-Popa N’tzoutsi Mouyama, Chairman of ANPI-Gabon, with the goal of collaboratively exploring business opportunities to boost the Gabonese economy, leveraging Gabon’s affiliation with the Commonwealth. Lord Swire underscored… Continue reading Invest in Gabon Hosts Delegation in Libreville

The Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) recently led a delegation of  operators, businessmen, and investors to Gabon Special Economic Zone, spearheaded by Lord Swire, Deputy Chair of CWEIC. This mission was part of our ongoing commitment to fostering economic partnerships and investment within the region. During the visit, which coincided with the International Advisory… Continue reading Lord Swire Visits Gabon Special Economic Zone

Lord Swire was pleased to lead a delegation to the Port Authority of Kribi, a CWEIC Strategic Partner. The Port Authority of Kribi, has recently launched the construction of an integrated industrial zone in the coastal city of Kribi. The delegation was received by the General Manager Mr Patrice Melom who has developed the vision… Continue reading Further Development of the Port of Kribi Impresses CWEIC Delegation

The Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) recently had the opportunity to take a delegation to the Lagos Free Zone (Tolaram) as part of our CEO‘s visit to Nigeria. The Special Economic Zone significantly helps the Ease of Doing Business in Nigeria, with tax incentives and regulatory support. Delegates enjoyed engage in deep, thoughtful conversations… Continue reading CWEIC Delegation Visits Lagos Free Zone

The Cameroon Investment Forum (CIF) is a flagship biennial event that brings together high-level government officials, development partners, economic operators, financiers, academics and various business actors from Africa and beyond. CIF 2024 was organised by the Cameroon Investment Promotion Agency, a CWEIC Strategic Partner. Lord Swire was delighted to deliver a keynote speech during the… Continue reading CWEIC Attends Cameroon Investment Forum

It was an immense honour for the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) Nigeria delegation to meet with His Excellency, The Vice President of Nigeria Kashim Shettima. Delegates from the network, led by our CEO, Rosie Glazebrook, the Nigerian Hub Chair, Olasupo Shasore, SAN and CWEIC Country Director Obinna Anyanwu, met with the Vice-President at the Presidential Villa., The delegation was… Continue reading CWEIC Delegation Meets With the Vice President of Nigeria, Senator Kashim Shettima.

Opportunities for growing partnerships and economic growth were top of the agenda during the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) delegation to Abuja, led by our CEO, Rosie Glazebrook. Strategic partners were able to explore new opportunities for investment and engage at the most senior levels of Government. CWEIC looks forward to progressing plans in 2024… Continue reading CWEIC Concludes Successful Visit to Nigerian Capital for the First Time