International Forum on African-Caribbean Leadership (IFAL) – New York 2023

By King Richards

21/08/2023

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Theme: Africa-Caribbean Cooperation and Today’s Global Geo-Politics

Uniting Leaders for Trans-Regional Progress and Cooperation

New York, USA – The highly anticipated International Forum on African-Caribbean Leadership (IFAL) is set to convene once again, creating a unique platform for leaders, policymakers, and influencers to shape policy directions and engage in peer-review discussions. Held annually on the margins of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), the IFAL stands as a global gathering that fosters trans-regional partnerships and bolsters the socio-economic development of Africa and the Caribbean.

Under the theme “Africa-Caribbean Cooperation and Today’s Global Geo-Politics,” the 9TH edition of the event scheduled to take place on September 21, 2023, at New York Hilton Midtown, 1335 Avenue of the Americas, New York, USA, promises to be a catalyst for progressive conversations and cooperative actions. Over the past 8 years, the IFAL has grown to become an indispensable gathering that fosters deep connections between leaders from Africa, the Caribbean nations, policymakers, and private sector pioneers.

Key Highlights of IFAL 2023:

• High-Level Plenary Sessions

• Thought-Provoking Key note Presentations

• In-depth Panel Discussions

• Showcasing of Trade and Investment Opportunities across Countries

• Engaging Networking Sessions

• Exclusive Unveiling of the Special Event Edition of African Leadership Magazine

• A Globally Covered International Press Room

• Prestigious Presentations of the Caribbean and African Leadership Awards

Expected Participants:

• Heads of State and Governments

• Heads of relevant Regional and Trans-regional bodies

• Senior Government Officials and policy leaders

• Leaders of Multi-lateral agencies, Missions, and Civil society

• Industry Titans, Key Stakeholders, and Thought Leaders

• Prominent Think Tanks, Industry Experts, and International Development Institutions

• Esteemed Academics, Researchers, and Research Scholars

Confirmed Attendees for IFAL 2023:

• H.E. Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali, President of Guyana

• H.E. Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa, President of Zimbabwe

• H.E. Dr. Benedito Paulo Manuel, Director General, Sociedade Mineira De Catoca Lda

• Dr. Anselmo Monteiro, President of the Board of Directors, National Institute of Social Security, Angola

• Mr. Dieudonne Kasembo Nyembo, Chairman, GECOTRANS SARL

• Mr. Olukayode A. Pitan, Managing Director/CEO, Bank OF industry, Nigeria

• Dr. Nabhit Kapur, Founder PeacefulMind Foundation, President, World Leaders for Mental Health

• Mr. Everest Okpara, MD/CEO, Everight Diagnostics and Laboratory Services Limited, Nigeria

• Dr. Ken Giami, Founder/Chairman, African Leadership Organisation

This year’s IFAL promises to be a landmark event that fosters collaborative solutions, trans-regional growth, and cultural exchanges. The discussions held and partnerships forged during the forum are bound to contribute significantly to the advancement of Africa and the Caribbean on the global stage.

For more information about IFAL 2023, please visit www.africanleadershipmagazine.co.uk. Or email- editor@africanleadership.co.uk

About International Forum on African-Caribbean Leadership (IFAL):

The IFAL is an annual event organized by African Leadership Magazine, designed to connect leaders, policymakers, and influencers from Africa and the Caribbean. It serves as a platform for meaningful discussions, knowledge sharing, and partnership building to drive socio-economic progress and cooperation