Sustainability experts have emphasized that creating an eco-friendly environment is essential for Africa to increase its share of the global value chain and foster business growth. They argue that enhancing discussions around manufacturing capabilities can unlock significant opportunities for the continent.
The upcoming Sustainability Week Africa, scheduled for October 24-25, 2024, in Cape Town, South Africa, aims to facilitate these critical conversations. Organized by Economist Impact, the conference will focus on “Africa’s green industrial revolution,” bringing together over 500 delegates and 100 speakers to explore strategies for a successful pan-African sustainability initiative.
This two-day event will focus on business and investment, providing original insights on how companies can contribute to green growth while mitigating the impacts of climate change. Topics will include strengthening Africa’s manufacturing capabilities and enhancing its global value chain, as well as sustainable growth strategies for small businesses and suppliers across the continent.
Discussions will also address the relationship between sustainability and population growth, implications for food security, the potential of green jobs, and collaboration opportunities between companies and African youth. Additionally, the event will highlight the importance of biodiversity and the benefits of intra-African trade in advancing sustainability.
Notable speakers at Sustainability Week Africa include Mo Ibrahim, founder of the Mo Ibrahim Foundation; Amina Mohammed, Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations; and Dan Marokane, Group Chief Executive of Eskom. This conference represents a significant step toward advancing sustainable initiatives across Africa, aiming to align economic growth with environmental stewardship.