Summit organisers align outdated US perceptions
Nchidzi Masendu | Monday July 17, 2023 06:00
The summit took off in Gaborone this week with over 1,200 delegates. Speaking at a welcome reception, where he was impressed by the turnout at the summit, vice chairperson of the CCA William Ward said they are making a difference.
“For economic growth across all businesses, industry sectors, including information technology, agriculture, health, infrastructure, manufacturing and creative arts, and Africa is phenomenal,” Ward highlighted.
Ward also reiterated the mission statement of CCA which is; to support favorable trade legislation that helps expand available financing for investments which encourages partnerships between the private sectors of the United States and Africa. He said these trade legislations work to strengthen the rule of law, sanctity of agreements, and promotes a climate conducive to long-term investment. The welcome reception was sponsored by ABSA. It was held at Hotel 430 in Gaborone.
Speaking of ABSA, Sello Moloko, ABSA Group Board Chairman pointed how they are working for the strong purpose of empowering Africa’s tomorrow. “Our strong purpose of Empowering Africa’s tomorrow together one story at a time is a cornerstone of everything we do at ABSA. We aspire to be a part of a success story of Africa.
The customer testimonies that we heard today, and the commitment shown by our people demonstrate what we can accomplish when we support each other as a business,entrepreneurs and as public representatives. As the ABSA Group leadership, we are proud to be leading a team that resonates with our clients and customers and we recognise that our clients are the lifeline of our business,’’ said Moloko.
Still at the event, ABSA Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Arrie Rautenbach appreciated the hard work, unwavering loyalty, and commitment of the entire ABSA group as they did not forget the sole purpose of the summit. “We recognise that it has been your trust and confidence in our products and services that have propelled us forward and we are immensely grateful.
The sole purpose of the summit is to build a better future of our beloved continent. I am particularly proud that the US-Africa Business Summit is being hosted in Botswana. The choice of the theme; Enhancing Africa’s value in Global value chains aligns with ABSA’s commitment to the purpose of Empowering Africa’s tomorrow together one story at a time,” Rautenbach said.