AFR-IX Telecom joins the first EU-NIGER Business Forum

Under the high patronage of the President of the Republic of Niger, the government of Niger and the European Union are co-organising the first EU-NIGER Business Forum 2023 which is taking place on 7 and 8 February in Niamey. This major event is joining more than 1.000 Nigerien, European and sub-regional companies, economic decision-makers, politicians and investment experts. 

The Business Forum at the Mahatma Gandhi International Conference Centre will be held on 7 and 8 February in Niamey. This event offers a chance to share strategies, policies, and investment opportunities in Niger. It aims to mobilize investors and political figures from the EU and Niger.

During the regional forum, discussions will cover priority themes such as agriculture, livestock, renewable energy, new technologies, infrastructure, mining/oil, and crafts. The EU-NIGER 2023 Business Forum will feature inspiring personalities over the two-day congress.

Norman Albi, CEO of AFR-IX Telecom, will participate in the panel on “Investment Opportunities in ICT”. Participaiting  alongside leaders from Webb Fontaine Niger, the Fintech Association, the National Information Society Agency, the Electronic Communications and Postal Regulation Authority (ARCEP), and the Minister of Post and ICT.

According to Norman, Niger is undergoing a transformation that shouldn’t be missed. Niger is ideally located between two of Africa’s largest markets: Nigeria and Algeria, which account for about 20% and 22% of Africa’s traffic. This presents both opportunities and challenges. Therefore, interconnecting these countries with fiber optic is essential.

AFR-IX Telecom opened its office in Niger two years ago. Aming to strengthen value creation in Niger, boost economic growth, and create jobs for the youth. Africa is central to the global recovery of tomorrow.