East Africa Business Dialogue | Creating opportunities for entrepreneurs

Are you keen to learn more about the business opportunities in East Africa? And would you like to meet the Dutch embassies in the region, sector representatives and experienced companies in one afternoon? Then come to the first edition of the East Africa Business Dialogue at the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs on the 15th of June.

The East African economy (Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda) knows promising average growth rates of 7% per year. The region is therefore one of the fastest growing consumer markets on the African continent. Additionally, these countries offer fruitful circumstances (such a stimulating government measures) for investments in production for export. This creates opportunities for Dutch entrepreneurs.

At this networking event you can collect information on the potential of these countries for your business, but also on the challenges you might face when entering these markets. During the opening session, entrepreneurs with experience in the region will share their vision on the business climate and tips and tricks. Then, at the info market you have the opportunity to receive advice from the trade officers of the Dutch embassies and private sector experts. The afternoon finishes with network drinks.

Topics include Agriculture, Horticulture, Water (including Maritime), Energy, Health and Infrastructure/Logistics.

Programme:

13:00 Welcome

13:30 Opening: keynote and panel with Dutch companies and regional experts

14:30 Info market and pitches on the opportunities in various sectors

16:30 Network drinks

17:30 Closing

Registration

Please register before the deadline of June 9 via this link. The number of places is limited!

Costs

Participation is free (in case of no show without prior notice 75 euros will be charged).

PLEASE NOTE: THIS EVENT IS ORGANISED BY THE DUTCH MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS