Events & Community Outreach
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Each year, the institute runs more than 100 private and public events – conferences, workshops and roundtables – in Cameroon and internationally with partners.
Upcoming Events
Event
Integrating Climate Change Adaptation into Agriculture
Contexte: Adaptation to climate change in Cameroon’s agricultural sector is essential for ensuring food security and economic stability. Implementing diverse strategies such as improved crop varieties, ISFM, agroforestry, and innovative technologies can significantly enhance resilience against the adverse effects of climate change. In Cameroon, Mumita Holdings (startup) focuses on sustainable agriculture practices, employing technologies such as low-cost greenhouses and solar-powered irrigation systems. Meanwhile, the YouthADAPT challenge promotes sustainable job creation and empowers youth and women in Africa by supporting enterprises that provide climate adaptation solutions in agriculture.
Objectives; This event aims to;
-Provide an overview of good climate policy in Africa.
– Give three examples of new policies that are posirively impacting various economies.
-Outline the strategies to improve limate policy across Africa.
Date & Heure: 25 April 2025, 12:00-13:30
Localisation: Google Meets
Moderateur: Mr. Henri Kouam, Fondateur, Cameroon Economic Policy Institute (CEPI)
Panel:
-Dr. Grace Mbungu, Senior Fellow, and Head of Climate Change Program at APRI – Africa Policy Research Institute
-Dr. Tii Nchofoung,Economist, CEPI Researh Fellow & Public Administrator
How do you participate?
Send the theme of the event, your name, e-mail address and telephone number to info@camepi.org and you’ll receive a link to enter (only 150 places available).
Event
Impact of the AfCFTA on Women Entrepreneurs
Contexte : The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) presents a transformative opportunity for Cameroon, particularly for its dynamic yet often marginalized women entrepreneurs. This context note explores the potential impacts, both positive and negative, of the AfCFTA on women-owned businesses in Cameroon, considering existing barriers and opportunities for growth.
Cameroonian women entrepreneurs face significant challenges, including limited access to finance, skills training, technology, and market information. The AfCFTA, with its promise of reduced tariffs and simplified trade procedures, could unlock access to larger regional markets, fostering business expansion and increased profitability. However, without targeted interventions, women-owned businesses risk being outcompeted by larger, more established firms from other African nations.
To this end, the Economic Policy Institute of the Henri Kouam Foundation is organizing a webinar to provide participants with practical knowledge and strategies that will enable women effectively leverage the AfCFTA.
Objective: This Webinar seeks to outline how women will be impacted by the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)
Specifically, it will;
-Illustrate the role of the AfCFTA in boosting sales for women-dominated sectors.
– Present the impact of the agreement on women informal sector workers.
– Provide practical tools and resources to women entrepreneurs who benefit from the AfCFTA.
– Offer recommendations to ensure all women entrepreneurs can identify and leverage business opportunities in the AfCFTA.
Date et heure : 30 July 2025, 12:00 – 13:30
Emplacement : Google Meets
Modérateur : Mr. Henri Kouam, President, CEPI
Panel :
-Mme. Regina Sondo, Communications Manager, Access Bank
-Mme. Kuitchou Miranda epse Dongmo, Entrepreneur, Ecoological Heating Pot
–Mrs. Christelle Guegne, Entrepreneur, Network of Female Tea Producers
Comment y assister : Inscrivez-vous en utilisant le lien ci-dessous – https://forms.gle/2j2uD4UDCihzu4Ub6
Event
The impact of the AfCFTA on SMEs: what strategies are needed to become more competitive?
Context: The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) creates a single market for goods and services in Africa. It will boost intra-African trade by 52.3% by 2025 and generate up to $450 billion in additional revenue by 2035.
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) account for 90% of the economic fabric; and the AfCFTA provides valuable export opportunities but challenges such as limited access to financing, inadequate infrastructure, and increased competition can blunt these gains. Faced with this situation, the Cameroon Economic Policy Institute of the Henri Kouam Foundation is organizing a webinar to help SMEs navigate the new business environment created by the ZLECAf and become more competitive.
Objectives: This panel discussion seeks to;
– Analyzes the potential impact of the AfCFTA on African SMEs, highlighting opportunities and challenges.
– Discuss the determinants of business competitiveness.
– Present the business climate in different countries and their impact on trade.
– Discuss strategies that SMEs can adopt to improve their competitiveness under the AfCFTA.
Date & Time: 29 May 2025, 12:00-13:45
Location: Google Meets
Moderator: Mr. Haiwang Djamo, National Coordinator, CEPI
Panel:
–Dr. Ebenezer Wirba, Inspector of Prices, Weights and Measures, Ministry of Commerce, Cameroon.
–Mr. Tchoupe Mfossi, Research Analyst, Cameroon Economic Policy Institute (CEPI)
–Mr. Sakeo Roger TAMWO, Director, Global Trade Services, Access Bank
How to Attend: Sign up using the link below
