We are glad to have had the opportunity to share our story and pitch our value proposition during the #14AUHLPSF. Thanks to the whole everyone involved in making it a success, we are grateful.

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The African Union Commission in collaboration with the East African Community Secretariat organized the 14^th African Union High-Level Private Sector Forum at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi, Kenya from 10^th – 12^th July 2023.

The overall objective of the 14^th The High-Level Forum is to strengthen the linkages between regional and continental markets for increased trade and investment.

The specific objectives are:

1. a) Leveraging the AfCFTA to promote regional value chains and increase productive capacity;

2. b) Enhancing the role of women and youth in regional and continental development;

3. c) Leveraging trends in digital transformation to enhance trade and investment;

4. d) To raise awareness of the significance of creative economy in promoting inclusive and sustainable development and deepening regional trade at all levels;

5. e) To discuss measures in addressing diverse regulatory frameworks that impact regional trade and investments;

6. f) To promote action towards environmental sustainability and address the adverse effects of climate change; and

7. g) To explore strategies to address barriers to access to finance.

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A quote from our CEO:

It was a pleasure to tell Cladfy’s story today at the African Union private sector forum, facilitated by Google. We had great conversations with both private and public sector partners as we rally capital support for Africa’s informal sector.

Cladfy is looking forward to working together to make a real difference in the lives of millions of people across Africa.

Press links

• East African Community post on Twitter

• African Union news-events post on their website