Upcoming Events
10 December 2025 || 14:00 - 16:00 || Venue: Bastos
Norms and Standards for Agro-Processed Foods under the AfCFTA
Sanitary and Phytosanitary standards are vital to international trade and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) as they ensure that consumers’ health is protected. However, the cost of compliance is expensive and can deter trade, especially under the preferential terms of the AfCFTA. This capacity-building workshop, led by Mr. Henri Kouam, Executive Director of CEPI, will equip 20 agro-processing entrepreneurs with the skills and ability to research these standards and create an action plan to comply with them. This training is organised by CEPI, a leading think tank in Cameroon under its’ Trade for You’ programme that seeks to accelerate the implementation of the AfCFTA and equip entrepreneurs with the skills, tools, and competence to trade under the AfCFTA’s preferential terms.
10 January 2026 || 14:00 - 16:00 || Venue: Hotel Franco
ESG Standards and Economic Freedom
This webinar will equip participants with the skills to understand and implement Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards while exploring the concept of Economic Freedom. The webinar will demonstrate how a strong commitment to ESG principles can lead to long-term business sustainability and enhance a company's reputation, attracting responsible investors and consumers. Participants will learn to identify ESG factors relevant to their sectors and develop strategies for compliance.
Organized under the Henri Kouam Foundation’s "Climate Finance" program, this session aims to debate ESG principles in the context of economic freedom and empower entrepreneurs with the competence to thrive in a globalized market. The program highlights the importance of aligning business practices with international standards, ensuring that AfCFTA participants not only compete on price but also on principles of sustainability and ethical governance.
10 February 2026 || 14:00 - 16:00 || Venue: Hotel Franco
Economic Freedom Review: Can Entrepreneurship Work Better?
This panel discussion will provide a critical review of the state of economic freedom in Cameroon, with a specific focus on its impact on the entrepreneurial ecosystem. The discussion will delve into the key pillars of economic freedom, including the protection of property rights, regulatory efficiency, government spending, and trade openness. Panelists will analyze the current policy landscape, identifying both the opportunities and the significant barriers that entrepreneurs face, such as complex bureaucracy, high tax burdens, and limited access to finance. The goal is to stimulate a robust conversation on how targeted policy reforms and a more supportive business environment can unlock Cameroon's entrepreneurial potential, drive innovation, and foster sustainable economic growth.
10 March 2026 || 14:00 - 16:00 || Venue: Hotel Franco
The Role of the AfCFTA Protocol on Digital Trade in Boosting Cameroon’s Service Economy
This panel discussion with academics, policymakers, and entrepreneurs will explore how the AfCFTA Protocol on Digital Trade can catalyze growth in Cameroon's service economy. The session will explain the protocol's key provisions, including frameworks for electronic transactions, data protection, and cross-border digital services. Participants will learn how these regulations create a secure and harmonized environment, enabling Cameroonian service providers—from tech startups to creative industries—to access and compete in a unified African digital market. By lowering barriers to entry and fostering a more predictable regulatory landscape, the protocol can unlock new opportunities, drive innovation, and ultimately boost the contribution of services to Cameroon's GDP.