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Introduction and Presentation Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s Work on Africa

International Conference on Africa, African Development Bank and AGOA, Berkeley, California, USA

Since my early studies at Institut des Etudes Politiques of the Grenoble University, the development, and integration of Africa were at the forefront of my studies and topics of my presentations in seminaries and essay papers. It was natural that I continue to work and increase awareness about Africa and its need to establish new kinds of relations with countries other than the past metropolitan and colonialists.

You can access and review my work and studies that I have published and collected for your persusal thought in the following webpage, click on the following pictures to access my selected collection of works on Africa.

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In the Center Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui and Dr. Boubacar N’diaye

The second link below presents “The ADB honors its former president, the late Babacar Ndiaye: https://www.afdb.org/en/news-and-events/the-afdb-pays-tribute-to-late-president-babacar-ndiaye-17363

The Conference Room was packed with U.S. and Foreign officials and Executives as well as faculties and Researchers on Africa and the Place where all these interactions took place was the fabulous and monumental Claremont Hotel in Berkeley, Northern California. 

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In the Center Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui

Said El Mansour Cherkaoui and Egypt in California

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Strengthening California with Egypt Business, Trade, and Investment Relationships

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AFRICA ★ TRI CK USA ★ AFRIQUE

AFRICA AFRIQUE ÁFRICA أفريقيا 非洲

Articles, Reports, Studies, Analysis, and Presentations on Africa

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WHERE EVERYTHING STARTED WITH INTERNATIONAL TRADE IN CALIFORNIA THANKS TO Ms. SELMA TAYLOR IN 1993 in Oakland AND WITH DR. BARBARA BENO IN 1994 in Berkeley

Global Center for Trade – Glocentra http://www.glocentra.weebly.com

Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. – Said Cherkaoui Ph.D. is also delighted to present to you his other research and works that he published here at other Groups and Pages he has created and is managing the following LinkedIn Groups where you can access, review, and read the publications, he writes for your perusal thought – Please register in our groups and follow me to receive all the content I publish on LinkedIn: Thank you for your consideration and support.

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• Mazagan Magazine
• Mémoires Connaissances et Familles Made in Mazagan El Jadida Doukkala
• Driss Chraïbi Abdelkebir Khatibi
• Made in Doukkala – Maroc
• DOUKKALA DÉ-COLLAGE
• Morocco – Maroc – Marruecos – 11/2/2024
• Espace Athlétique de Said El Mansour Cherkaoui
• Said El Mansour Cherkaoui

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Introduction and Presentation Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s Work on Africa

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s holistic approach to Africa’s development underscores the interconnectedness of economic, social, and cultural factors. His work inspires hope and progress, and his legacy will continue to impact generations to come.

International Conference on Africa, African Development Bank and AGOA, Berkeley, California, USA

Since my early studies at Institut des Etudes Politiques of the Grenoble University, the development, and integration of Africa were at the forefront of my studies and topics of my presentations in seminaries and essay papers. It was natural that I continue to work and increase awareness about Africa and its need to establish new kinds of relations with countries other than the past metropolitan and colonialists.

You can access and review my work and studies that I have published and collected for your perusal through the following webpage, click on the following pictures to access my selected collection of works on Africa.

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Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui and Dr. Boubacar N’diaye

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Conducting a Presentation during the International Conference on Africa – AGAO – AFRICA

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H.E. Mr Arthur Riley, U.S Ambassador in Morocco, Mr. Omar Bouafi, my Assistant and Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui

Said El Mansour Cherkaoui: Mr. International

Said El Mansour Cherkaoui is a multifaceted individual with a diverse range of interests and accomplishments Dr. Cherkaoui promotes investment in Morocco through several strategic approaches: Business Advocacy and Networking, Policy Recommendations, Sector-Specific Initiatives, and International Partnerships 2. Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui promotes investment in Morocco through several strategic approaches: Promotion of Investment in … Continue reading

The Conference Room was packed with U.S. and Foreign officials and Executives as well as faculties and Researchers on Africa and the Place where all these interactions took place was the fabulous and monumental Claremont Hotel in Berkeley, Northern California. 

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🌍AFRICA – AFRIQUE : ÁFRICA / أفريقيا / 非洲 🌍 Articles, Reports, Studies, Analysis, and Presentations on Africa

DIASPORA OF AFRICAN EXECUTIVES

★ Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. Publications on the African Growth and Opportunity Act – AGOA ★ Email: saidcherkaoui@triconsultingkyoto.com ★ 7 24 24 ★ African Development Bank, Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. and International Conference on Africa and AGOA May 31, 2024 Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. – Said Cherkaoui Ph.D.

★ International Conference on African Growth and Opportunity Act by Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. Jan 19, 2024

★ Ethiopia, Guinea, and Mali Excluded from the AGOA Editor: Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. hashtag #Ethiopia, hashtag #Guinea, and hashtag #Mali excluded the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) Offered by the United States of America hashtag #AGOA is a trade preferences program that allows sub-Saharan African countries to export to the United States duty-free

★ African Investment & Diaspora Act (AIDA) By Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. – Said Cherkaoui Ph.D. 4/1/2024

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★ Said Cherkaoui Ph.D. ★ Strategic Catalyst Driving U.S.A-Africa and Morocco Investment, Trade, and Business Development ★ Policy Adviser in International Affairs ★ Accomplished Public Speaker ★ Distinguished News Editor ★ #Africa #Africafrique #Agoa #Aida #Usa #Internationaltrade #Internationalinvestment #Saidelmansourcherkaoui #Trickusa #Triconsultingkyoto ★ 7 ★ 24 ★ 24 ★

Strengthening California with Egypt Business, Trade, and Investment Relationships

Said El Mansour Cherkaoui and Egypt in California

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Facilitated the signing of the Trade Treaty between the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce and the Federation of the Egyptian Chambers of Commerce

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Said El Mansour Cherkaoui: Mr. International

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Morocco Tech Representatives at Silicon Valley Tech Firms

May 13, 2024 Said El Mansour Cherkaoui  2 tags

Real High-Level Delegation of Moroccan Government Visiting E-Gov and Cloud of Silicon Valley Computing and E-Gov   A high-level Moroccan delegation in a trade mission in the U.S. Ghita Mezzour … Read More

Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Pro Endeavors

TRI CONSULTING KYOTO TRI CK USA – Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D.  ★ Publications by Said El Mansour Cherkaoui: USA-Morocco TRI CONSULTING KYOTO – TRI CK USA CALIFORNIA – Said El Mansour Cherkaoui: Mr. International Legend of the Article Cover Image: His Excellency, the U.S. Ambassador Mr. Arthur Riley U.S. Ambassador in Morocco, Mr. Omar Bouafi a Moroccan Assistant to Dr. … Continue reading Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Pro Endeavors

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Recommendation by Dr. Wesley Young, Director, Services for International Students and Scholars at the University of California, Davis – https://siss.ucdavis.edu

I was the Director of Graduate Business Programs at the Dominican University of San Rafael when Dr. Cherkaoui was teaching in our international MBA program. Said brought not only a solid academic background to the classroom but also a wealth of business experience both in the US and in Asia and Latin America. He is passionate about his students and his work outside the classroom. This made him one of the most effective faculty that we had teaching at the time.

Global Center for Trade – Glocentra http://www.glocentra.weebly.com

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Recommendation by Ersan Ertuzun, Corporate Communications Supervisor at WTC Istanbul – https://www.wtca.org/world-trade-center-istanbul

Dr. Said Cherkaoui is an exceptional figure in international business development. His broad range of expertise covers all ranges of economic development, with such accomplishments in international trade consulting, trade missions, small business development, just to name a few..

Dr. Cherkaoui has successfully conducted numerous trade missions, represented U.S. companies at trade shows, and helped companies develop their businesses overseas. His academic works have a significant contribution to the global business community, executives in world trade, and entrepreneurs.

I worked with Dr. Cherkaoui at the East Bay Center for International Trade Development. His expertise and services included and not limited to:

Always a role model and source of influence, Dr. Cherkaoui possesses extensive hands-on experience in a wide range of industries, as well as academic achievements, in the field of international trade and economic development.

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American Institute of Entrepreneurship in Africa
Oakland – California – U.S.A – El Jadida – Marrakech – Morocco

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• Mazagan Magazine
• Mémoires Connaissances et Familles Made in Mazagan El Jadida Doukkala
• Driss Chraïbi Abdelkebir Khatibi
• Made in Doukkala – Maroc
• DOUKKALA DÉ-COLLAGE
• Morocco – Maroc – Marruecos – 11/2/2024
• Espace Athlétique de Said El Mansour Cherkaoui
• Said El Mansour Cherkaoui

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★ Said Cherkaoui Ph.D. ★ Strategic Catalyst Driving U.S.A-Africa and Morocco Investment, Trade, and Business Development ★ Policy Adviser in International Affairs ★ Accomplished Public Speaker ★ Distinguished News Editor ★

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s Work on Africa

Dr. Cherkaoui’s holistic approach to Africa’s development underscores the interconnectedness of economic, social, and cultural factors. His work inspires hope and progress, and his legacy will continue to impact future generations.

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International Conference on Africa, African Development Bank and AGOA, Berkeley, California, USA

Since my early studies at Institut des Etudes Politiques of the Grenoble University in France, the development, and integration of Africa were at the forefront of my studies and topics of my presentations in seminaries and essay papers. It was natural that I continue to work and increase awareness about Africa and its need to establish new kinds of relations with countries other than the past metropolitan and colonialists.

You can access and review my work and studies that I have published and collected for your perusal through the following webpage, click on the following pictures to access my selected collection of works on Africa.

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★ EBCITD & GLOCENTRA ★

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui and Dr. Boubacar N’diaye

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Conducting a Presentation during the International Conference on Africa – AGAO – AFRICA

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H.E. Mr Arthur Riley, U.S Ambassador in Morocco, Mr. Omar Bouafi, my Assistant and Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui

Said El Mansour Cherkaoui: Mr. International

Said El Mansour Cherkaoui is a multifaceted individual with a diverse range of interests and accomplishments Dr. Cherkaoui promotes investment in Morocco through several strategic approaches: Business Advocacy and Networking, Policy Recommendations, Sector-Specific Initiatives, and International Partnerships 2. Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui promotes investment in Morocco through several strategic approaches: Promotion of Investment in … Continue reading

The Conference Room was packed with U.S. and Foreign officials and Executives as well as faculties and Researchers on Africa and the Place where all these interactions took place was the fabulous and monumental Claremont Hotel in Berkeley, Northern California. 

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African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA)

Since its enactment in 2000, the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) has been at the core of U.S. economic policy and commercial engagement with Africa. AGOA provides eligible sub-Saharan African countries with duty-free access to the U.S. market for over 1,800 products, in addition to the more than 5,000 products that are eligible for duty-free access under the Generalized System of Preferences program.

To meet AGOA’s rigorous eligibility requirements, countries must establish or make continual progress toward establishing a market-based economy, the rule of law, political pluralism, and the right to due process. Additionally, countries must eliminate barriers to U.S. trade and investment, enact policies to reduce poverty, combat corruption, and protect human rights.

By providing new market opportunities, AGOA has helped bolster economic growth, promoted economic and political reform, and improved U.S. economic relations in the region.

32 countries are eligible for AGOA benefits in 2024. In 2015, Congress passed legislation modernizing and extending the program to 2025.

Additional Resources:  

• U.S. Trade Policy in Sub-Saharan Africa 
• Sub-Saharan Africa trade statistics
• U.S-sub-Saharan Africa Trade 
• AGOA Federal Register Notices
• List of eligible countries
• AGOA Biennial Reports 

Trade Statistics

U.S. Imports Under AGOA Full Year 2022

Goods Trade Between the United States and sub-Saharan Africa from 2001 through 2022

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🌍AFRICA – AFRIQUE : ÁFRICA / أفريقيا / 非洲 🌍 Articles, Reports, Studies, Analysis, and Presentations on Africa

DIASPORA OF AFRICAN EXECUTIVES

Strengthening California with Egypt Business, Trade, and Investment Relationships

Said El Mansour Cherkaoui and Egypt in California

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Facilitated the signing of the Trade Treaty between the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce and the Federation of the Egyptian Chambers of Commerce

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Said El Mansour Cherkaoui: Mr. International

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Morocco Tech Representatives at Silicon Valley Tech Firms

May 13, 2024 Said El Mansour Cherkaoui  2 tags

Real High-Level Delegation of Moroccan Government Visiting E-Gov and Cloud of Silicon Valley Computing and E-Gov   A high-level Moroccan delegation in a trade mission in the U.S. Ghita Mezzour … Read More

Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Pro Endeavors

TRI CONSULTING KYOTO TRI CK USA – Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D.  ★ Publications by Said El Mansour Cherkaoui: USA-Morocco TRI CONSULTING KYOTO – TRI CK USA CALIFORNIA – Said El Mansour Cherkaoui: Mr. International Legend of the Article Cover Image: His Excellency, the U.S. Ambassador Mr. Arthur Riley U.S. Ambassador in Morocco, Mr. Omar Bouafi a Moroccan Assistant to Dr. … Continue reading Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Pro Endeavors

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Recommendation by Dr. Wesley Young, Director, Services for International Students and Scholars at the University of California, Davis – https://siss.ucdavis.edu

I was the Director of Graduate Business Programs at the Dominican University of San Rafael when Dr. Cherkaoui was teaching in our international MBA program. Said brought not only a solid academic background to the classroom but also a wealth of business experience both in the US and in Asia and Latin America. He is passionate about his students and his work outside the classroom. This made him one of the most effective faculty that we had teaching at the time.

Global Center for Trade – Glocentra http://www.glocentra.weebly.com

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Recommendation by Ersan Ertuzun, Corporate Communications Supervisor at WTC Istanbul – https://www.wtca.org/world-trade-center-istanbul

Dr. Said Cherkaoui is an exceptional figure in international business development. His broad range of expertise covers all ranges of economic development, with such accomplishments in international trade consulting, trade missions, small business development, just to name a few..

Dr. Cherkaoui has successfully conducted numerous trade missions, represented U.S. companies at trade shows, and helped companies develop their businesses overseas. His academic works have a significant contribution to the global business community, executives in world trade, and entrepreneurs.

I worked with Dr. Cherkaoui at the East Bay Center for International Trade Development. His expertise and services included and not limited to:

Always a role model and source of influence, Dr. Cherkaoui possesses extensive hands-on experience in a wide range of industries, as well as academic achievements, in the field of international trade and economic development.

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American Institute of Entrepreneurship in Africa
Oakland – California – U.S.A – El Jadida – Marrakech – Morocco

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• Mazagan Magazine
• Mémoires Connaissances et Familles Made in Mazagan El Jadida Doukkala
• Driss Chraïbi Abdelkebir Khatibi
• Made in Doukkala – Maroc
• DOUKKALA DÉ-COLLAGE
• Morocco – Maroc – Marruecos – 11/2/2024
• Espace Athlétique de Said El Mansour Cherkaoui
• Said El Mansour Cherkaoui

★★★★★

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From West North Africa to West North America

From Silicon Valley, Heart of Tech USA to Marrakech Capital of GITEX AFRICA

GITEX Africa 2024 will occur from 29 May – 31 May 2024 in Bab Jdid, Marrakech, Morocco.

By Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. – Said Cherkaoui Ph.D. – 5/29/2024

By Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D.

Picture: Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Welcoming H.E. the Minister Mr. Mohcine Jazouli at the Silicon Valley, Palo Alto California during the Moroccan Official Delegation Visit … Read more

 On 29 May 2024, in Marrakech, Minister Mohcine Jazouli attended the opening of GITEX AFRICA, chaired by H.E. Mr. Aziz Akhannouch the Prime Minister, marking a significant milestone for Morocco’s digital future.

Concurrently at the GITEX AFRICA, to formalize a partnership and commitment to innovation in Morocco a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between Ms. Ghita Mezzour, PhD, Ministère de la Transition Numérique et de la Réforme de l’Administration, Mohcine Jazouli, MICEPP – Ministry of Investment, Convergence and Evaluation of Public Policies, and Mr. Ali Seddiki, Director General of the Moroccan Investment and Export Development Agency – AMDIE, and Oracle Systems Limited.

Oracle intends to increase its Moroccan Research & Development workforce to 1,000 information technology specialists. Oracle‘s expansion follows the inauguration of its Moroccan Development Center at Casanearshore / Technopolis Parks in Casablanca, where researchers leverage cloud, AI, and machine learning technologies to address the most pressing challenges in the fields of business, science, and the public sector.

Casanearshore / Technopolis Parks in Casablanca

“Oracle’s R&D center in Casablanca has already played a critical role in driving technical advances, improving cybersecurity, and developing new AI capabilities, [” “] By strengthening our R&D presence in Morocco, we will be able to leverage its vast talent pool to accelerate the development of solutions that will help our clients around the world grow their businesses and achieve success in their sectors,» said Safra Ada Catz, the CEO of Oracle Corporation.

Ms. Ghita Mezzour, PhD. added: “This ambitious project is aligned with the Royal Strategic Vision of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, which encourages the innovation and creativity of young Moroccans.”

It is estimated that 40% of new positions will be located outside the Greater Casablanca and Rabat-Salé-Kenitra regions, by opening new offices in Agadir this year, and in northern Morocco within the next two years.

In this center of excellence, young Moroccans will be at the forefront of the design and development of innovative solutions using the latest technologies such as artificial intelligence, big data, cloud, and cybersecurity. These solutions will be deployed on a global scale, thus strengthening Morocco’s positioning as a digital hub for the entire region.

Article Corresponding Link at LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7201707941467496448/

In the same horizon, sky, and cloud line, Amazon Web Services (AWS) is getting into the fold of the Moroccan and North Sahara Africa to offer cloud computing in Morocco and Senegal using its AWS Wavelength platform in partnership with Orange, which was announced on Wednesday 29, May 2024.

One of the first of its kind the services will be provided without having physical AWS infrastructure such as data centers. Natural collaboration obliges, Orange will use and branch its physical data centers to shelter the AWS services. This AWS-Orange partnership, beyond language differences and origins, is responding to the rise of demand and needs for speeder and secured computing operations from banks, telecom firms, and healthcare firms.

There is a sense of a Gold Rush in Africa attracting cloud operators to service the rising cloud market that is expected to grow by 15% yearly to reach $18 billion in 2028, according to Statista.

MICEPP – Ministry of Investment, Convergence and Evaluation of Public Policies •    1 day ago

Today, Minister Mohcine Jazouli attended the opening of GITEX AFRICA, chaired by the Head of Government, marking a significant milestone for Morocco’s digital future.

On the sidelines of GITEX, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the MICEPP – Ministry of Investment, Convergence and Evaluation of Public Policies, the Ministère de la Transition Numérique et de la Réforme de l’Administration, the Moroccan Investment and Export Development Agency – AMDIE, and Oracle Systems Limited.

This agreement aims to establish two public cloud regions in Morocco.

The investment of $140 million over five years, will enable Oracle to establish a comprehensive suite of cloud services, with deployments in two data centers. This project will provide local and regional businesses with access to next generation cloud services, enhancing their efficiency and competitiveness.

UPDATE: 5/30/2024 By Said Cherkaoui Ph.D. – Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D.

Oracle Advent stimulates Interest and Strategic Partnership between Orange and Amazon

Amazon Web Services (AWS), an Amazon subsidiary that provides “cloud computing on demand” platforms and applications to individuals, businesses and governments, plans to offer “cloud computing” to Morocco and Senegal using its AWS Wavelength platform in collaboration with the company French Orange. This is what we read in a joint statement from the two companies, according to which this will be the first time that the services will be available in a country without physical AWS infrastructure such as data centers.

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From West North Africa to West North America

The Conquest of the American West – How the West American Technology Was Won by the Moors of West Africa

La conquête de l’Ouest américain – Comment la technologie ouest-américaine a été conquise par les Maures d’Afrique de l’Ouest

Morocco-United States Relation and American-Moroccan Diaspora

Moroccan Diaspora Worldwide Network – Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. • You • 3w • Edited •

Attention Please: Click on this weblink first to access the related pages on the meeting with the Moroccan Official Delegation at the Silicon Valley – Palo Alto

https://triconsultingkyoto.com/?s=Delegation

Relation Maroco-Américaine et Diaspora Américano-Marocaine

Investment and Trade Moroccan Delegation in USA

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Road to Morocco and USA Roadshow by Moroccan Officials

Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. welcoming His Excellency Si Mohcine Jazouli, the MICEPP – Ministry of Investment, Convergence and Evaluation of Public Policies who stated his great feeling to be with Moroccans in the Silicon Valley, Northern California:

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/from-west-north-africa-america-said-el-mansour-cherkaoui-ph-d–2emuc/?trackingId=UnlEwsr5Rr%2B2G9BhqZsaaA%3D%3D

At GITEX AFRICA, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the MICEPP – Ministry of Investment, Convergence and Evaluation of Public Policies, the Ministère de la Transition Numérique et de la Réforme de l’Administration, the Moroccan Investment and Export Development Agency – AMDIE, and Oracle Systems Limited.

Oracle Systems Limited intends to increase its local Research & Development workforce to 1,000 information technology specialists; a move that follows the inauguration of its Moroccan Development Center at Casanearshore Park in Casablanca.

It is estimated that 40% of these new positions will be located outside the Greater Casablanca and Rabat-Salé-Kenitra regions, notably through the opening of new offices in Agadir this year, and in northern Morocco within the next two years. The objective set by Oracle is to enable researchers to leverage cloud, AI, and machine learning technologies to address the most pressing challenges in business, science, and the public sector.

Ms. Ghita Mezzour, PhD, Minister responsible for Digital Transition and Administrative Reform of the Moroccan government, signed an agreement with Safra C., CEO of Oracle, to formalize this partnership and this commitment to innovation in Morocco.

The signing ceremony was held in the presence of Mr. Mohcine Jazouli, MICEPP – Ministry of Investment, Convergence and Evaluation of Public Policies, and Mr. Ali Seddiki, Director General of the Moroccan Investment and Export Development Agency – AMDIE.

“Oracle’s R&D center in Casablanca has already played a critical role in driving technical advances, improving cybersecurity, and developing new AI capabilities, [”…“] By strengthening our R&D presence in Morocco, we will be able to further leverage its vast talent pool to accelerate the development of solutions that will help our clients around the world grow their businesses and achieve success in their sectors,» said Safra C.

“This ambitious project is aligned with the Royal Strategic Vision of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, which encourages the innovation and creativity of young Moroccans,” added Ms. Ghita Mezzour, PhD.

In this center of excellence, young Moroccans will be at the forefront of the design and development of innovative solutions using the latest technologies such as artificial intelligence, big data, cloud, and cybersecurity.

These solutions will be deployed on a global scale, thus strengthening Morocco’s positioning as a digital hub for the entire region.

À propos d’Oracle

Oracle propose des suites d’applications intégrées, ainsi qu’une infrastructure sécurisée et autonome dans Oracle Cloud. Pour en savoir plus sur Oracle (NYSE : ORCL), consultez le site www.oracle.com/.

Marques déposées

Oracle, Java, MySQL et NetSuite sont des marques déposées d’Oracle Corporation. NetSuite est la première entreprise cloud à être entrée dans la nouvelle ère du cloud computing.

Mohcine Jazouli GITEX AFRICA Ghita Mezzour, PhD, Ministère de la Transition Numérique et de la Réforme de l’Administration, Mohcine Jazouli, MICEPP – Ministry of Investment, Convergence and Evaluation of Public Policies Ali Seddiki Moroccan Investment and Export Development Agency – AMDIE Oracle

Article Corresponding Link at LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7201707941467496448/

In the same horizon, sky, and cloud line, Amazon Web Services (AWS) is getting into the fold of the Moroccan and North Sahara Africa to offer cloud computing in Morocco and Senegal using its AWS Wavelength platform in partnership with Orange, which was announced on Wednesday 29, May 2024.

One of the first of its kind the services will be provided without having physical AWS infrastructure such as data centers. Natural collaboration obliges, Orange will use and branch its physical data centers to shelter the AWS services. This AWS-Orange partnership, beyond language differences and origins, is responding to the rise of demand and needs for speeder and secured computing operations from banks, telecom firms, and healthcare firms.

There is a sense of a Gold Rush in Africa attracting cloud operators to service the rising cloud market that is expected to grow by 15% yearly to reach $18 billion in 2028, according to Statista.

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MICEPP – Ministry of Investment, Convergence and Evaluation of Public Policies 21,528 followers 7h •    7 hours ago

Today, Minister Mohcine Jazouli attended the opening of GITEX AFRICA, chaired by the Head of Government, marking a significant milestone for Morocco’s digital future.
On the sidelines of GITEX, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the MICEPP – Ministry of Investment, Convergence and Evaluation of Public Policies, the Ministère de la Transition Numérique et de la Réforme de l’Administration, the Moroccan Investment and Export Development Agency – AMDIE, and Oracle Systems Limited.
This agreement aims to establish two public cloud regions in Morocco.
The investment of $140 million over five years, will enable Oracle to establish a comprehensive suite of cloud services, with deployments in two data centers. This project will provide local and regional businesses with access to next generation cloud services, enhancing their efficiency and competitiveness.

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★ Strategic Catalyst Driving U.S.-Morocco-Africa Investment, Trade, and Business Development ★ Senior Policy Adviser in International Affairs ★ Accomplished Public Speaker ★ Distinguished News Executive Editor ★

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Oracle Advent Stimulates Interest and Strategic

Amazon Web Services (AWS), an Amazon subsidiary that provides “cloud computing on demand” platforms and applications to individuals, businesses, and governments, plans to offer “cloud computing” to Morocco and Senegal using its AWS Wavelength platform in collaboration with the company French Orange. This is what we read in a joint statement from the two companies, according to which this will be the first time that the services will be available in a country without physical AWS infrastructure such as data centers.

Abdellatif Miraoui • Following• Ministre de l’Enseignement Supérieur, de la Recherche Scientifique et de l’Innovation • Professeur des Universités • Expert international en énergies nouvelles et renouvelables et en mobilité propre et Intelligente

Tout comme la Banque Mondiale et la Communauté Européenne, la BAD soutient également PACTE ESRI de l’université marocaine.
Le Conseil d’administration du groupe de la Banque africaine de développement (BAD) a approuvé un financement de 120 millions d’euros (M€) dans le cadre du programme d’appui à la transformation pour une université marocaine digitale, entrepreneuriale et inclusive (UM4.0).

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Ayoub JADIAView Ayoub JADIA’s profile • 2nd – Cloud & DevOps Engineer ☁️

C’est une excellente nouvelle pour le Maroc 👏 J’espère que les autres géants mondiaux du cloud, tels que Microsoft Azure, Amazon AWS et Google GCP, choisiront également de s’installer ici, d’autant plus que le Maroc est l’un des pays leaders en Afrique 🙏

Yassine BENADDOU IDRISSIView Yassine BENADDOU IDRISSI’s profile • 2nd

𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 ✔️ 𝐈 PMO-CC® Certified 𝐈 𝐌𝐈𝐓 𝐈 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐈 Oxford Project Engineering 𝐈 𝐁𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐭 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐢𝐱𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐦𝐚 𝐈 Business Analyst 𝐈 𝐀𝐠𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐈 Researcher

C’est extrêmement contradictoire avec l’orientation verte => Je ne vais pas vous dire combien un datacenter ca consomme en énergie en eau…😉

Amine L.View Amine L.’s profile (He/Him) • 2nd

👨‍💻☁️ Cloud/Systems Archirect | (ISC)² Member 🇲🇫🇲🇦

Yassine BENADDOU IDRISSI en fait ça consomme moins que les milliers de salles serveurs climatisées mais très mal-isolées de Tanger à Lagrouira. Consolider et centraliser dans un datacenter moderne qui respecte toutes les normes en vigueur du Green IT serait beaucoup mieux pour l’environnement.

Yassine BENADDOU IDRISSIView Yassine BENADDOU IDRISSI’s profile • 2nd

𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 ✔️ 𝐈 PMO-CC® Certified 𝐈 𝐌𝐈𝐓 𝐈 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐈 Oxford Project Engineering 𝐈 𝐁𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐭 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐢𝐱𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐦𝐚 𝐈 Business Analyst 𝐈 𝐀𝐠𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐈 Researcher

Amine L. Avec tous mes respects, ca n’existe pas des normes en vigueur et green it avec les datacenters => C’est polluant et energivore surtout avec la nouvelle stratégie numérique 2030 vous verrez des datacenters naitre comme des champions mutualisés avec les bornes 5G …de quelle maroc vert on parle 🤔

Amine L.View Amine L.’s profile (He/Him) • 2nd

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Yassine BENADDOU IDRISSI J’ai travaillé 7 ans au Maroc sur et dans des datacenters locaux privés, c’était CATASTROPHIQUE:
Des climatiseurs pour serveurs qui refroidissaient de grandes salles de 100m2 à fond alors qu’il n’y avait que 4 serveurs et avec des fenêtres ouvertes.
En terme de normes il y en a plusieurs: ISO 50001, LEED et j’en passe.

Yassine BENADDOU IDRISSIView Yassine BENADDOU IDRISSI’s profile • 2nd

𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 ✔️ 𝐈 PMO-CC® Certified 𝐈 𝐌𝐈𝐓 𝐈 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐈 Oxford Project Engineering 𝐈 𝐁𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐭 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐢𝐱𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐦𝐚 𝐈 Business Analyst 𝐈 𝐀𝐠𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐈 Researcher

Amine L. Les normes sont faites pour faite travailler les cabinets de conseil c’est leur gain pain pas plus..ces normes meme dans les pays les plus développés ne sont pas respectés..ya tout un debat dans ce sens en France, Etats Unis surtout avec l’émergence de l’ia generative et les supercalculateurs quantiques bientot repandus.

Amine L.View Amine L.’s profile (He/Him) • 2nd

👨‍💻☁️ Cloud/Systems Archirect | (ISC)² Member 🇲🇫🇲🇦

Excellente nouvelle, j’espère que Microsoft et AWS feront pareil très prochainement

Pr Mohamed Amine ISSAMIView Pr Mohamed Amine ISSAMI’s profile • 2nd

Directeur chargé du Développement, des Relations Internationales, et de la Communication, Groupe ISCAE

Cela consolidera indubitablement notre souveraineté dans le domaine numérique.

ahmed lahbabiView ahmed lahbabi’s profile • 2nd

Freelancer

Pr Mohamed Amine ISSAMI tout dépend des termes du contrat portant sur la localisation des données. En europe, certains pays ont plutôt opté à deux mesures. Pour les données stratégiques des entreprises nationales, l’hébergement doit être au niveau national ou européen par un opérateur national ou européen. Pour les données de l’Etat ayant trait à la souveraineté, l’hébergeur est un opérateur public national.See translationSee translation of this comment

ISMAIL EL ARABIView ISMAIL EL ARABI’s profile • 2nd

Management digital / Audit énergétique

Amine Ibarki

Ibrahim ZOUINEView Ibrahim ZOUINE’s profile • 2nd

Ingenieur de Construction des projets PV et Eoliens | Gestion de chantiers & travaux

Ghita BEKHICHE

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Investment and Trade Moroccan Delegation in USA

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Moroccans Meeting in the United States of America

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Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Welcoming His Excellency Si Mohcine Jazouli, the Minister of Investment, Convergence and Evaluation of Public Policies « Thrilled to have convened an inspiring gathering in Silicon

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Meeting with Moroccans in Silicon Valley

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Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui  Road to Morocco and USA Roadshow by Moroccan Officials By Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. _ Said Cherkaoui Ph.D.Contact: saidcherkaoui@triconsultingkyoto.com Invest in Morocco: Where Vision

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Moroccan High-Ranking Government Officials Blessing Frisco Bay

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Par Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. A Toutes et Tous les Membres de Notre DIASPORA OF AFRICAN EXECUTIVES To All Members of Our DIASPORA OF AFRICAN EXECUTIVES Silver Screen

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Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D.    Said Cherkaoui Ph.D. Sciences Po Grenoble Université Grenoble Alpes – IREP: Institut de Recherches Economiques et de Planification pour le Developpement IHEAL Institute of Latin

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Morocco Tech Representatives at Silicon Valley Tech Firms

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Real High-Level Delegation of Moroccan Government Visiting E-Gov and Cloud of Silicon Valley Computing and E-Gov   A high-level Moroccan delegation in a trade mission in the U.S. Ghita Mezzour,

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Moroccan Official Delegation will be in the USA from May 6th to 14, 2024: Texas – California – Washington State

Moroccan Investment and Export Development Agency – AMDIE

Ali MEHREZ • Official Moroccan Delegation Visiting the United States To Meet with All of You – Welcome to All of You – https://lnkd.in/gCWQ7BsC

The Red and Green Moroccans – Moors Are Coming to America:

Get Ready to Meet the Official Moroccan Delegation seeking to reinforce trends and diversify exchanges of investment, business, and trade relationships between the U.S. and Morocco by showcasing and increasing awareness about Morocco’s potential as an international investment and sourcing hub.

This Moroccan Official Delegation will be in the USA from May 6th to 14, 2024, visiting the following U.S. States and Cities on these dates:

Confirmations to: moroccousa@amdie.gov.ma

All Moroccan professionals are welcome. For more details, click on the aforementioned weblink or the article listed here below this text.

Please contact directly Ali MEHREZ: Send an Email to: mehrez@amdie.gov.ma
or Call Whatsapp: +212 661 550 523

Looking forward to hearing from you.

Ali MEHREZ:
Moroccan Diaspora, Coordination & Partnerships at AMDIE Opinions and views expressed on this platform are my own.

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Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui and His Excellency Mr. Arthur Riley, the U.S. Ambassador in Morocco, were indeed present at the American Cafe Trade Show organized in Casablanca, Morocco in 2004.

Promotion of Investment in Morocco:

Trade and Investment: Based in Northern California, USA, Said El Mansour Cherkaoui is actively involved in promoting, inviting, and encouraging investment in Morocco. He has been instrumental in shaping the future of businesses globally, particularly for China, and several African Countries such as Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Egypt, Senegal, Cameroun, Ghana, and Ethiopia. 1.  

Dr. Cherkaoui promotes investment in Morocco through several strategic approaches: Business Advocacy and Networking, Policy Recommendations, Sector-Specific Initiatives, and International Partnerships ².

Trade and Investment:

• Said El Mansour Cherkaoui is based in Northern California, USA and is involved in promoting, inviting, and encouraging investment in Morocco. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui focuses on shaping the future of businesses globally.  Said El Mansour Cherkaoui has been instrumental in facilitating investment from China in Morocco, which aims to create jobs and contribute to the automotive industry.

How does Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui promote investment in Morocco?

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui employs a multifaceted approach to promote investment in Morocco, combining advocacy, policy influence, sector-specific initiatives, international partnerships, and direct engagement with investors. His efforts contribute to the country’s economic growth and global integration. 🌐💼

Investor Outreach: Morocco – USA: Trade and Investment

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui promotes investment in Morocco through several strategic approaches

• Said El Mansour Cherkaoui emphasizes the stability of Morocco’s political climate, infrastructure development, and investment protection.
• Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui actively communicates with potential investors, addressing their concerns, providing information, and facilitating introductions to local partners.

Business Advocacy and Networking for Morocco:

• Said El Mansour Cherkaoui actively engages with business leaders, entrepreneurs, and investors to create awareness about investment opportunities in Morocco.
• Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui participates in international conferences, forums, and trade events where he highlights Morocco’s economic potential and encourages collaboration.

Policy Recommendations:

• As a policy adviser, Said El Mansour Cherkaoui provides valuable insights to government bodies and policymakers.
• Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s recommendations focus on creating a favorable business environment, streamlining regulations, and offering incentives to investors.
• Said El Mansour Cherkaoui advocates for policies that attract foreign direct investment (FDI) and support local businesses.

Road to Morocco: Business Creation and Development – December 4, 2023

Morocco has many advantages for business, including: 

• Government: Morocco has a stable political environment and business-friendly laws and regulations.
• Trade: Morocco has streamlined trade processing and is open to foreign investment.
• Location: Morocco is located at the crossroads of Africa, Europe, and the Middle East, with access to the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea.
• Workforce: Morocco has a well-educated, flexible, and skilled workforce.
• Cost: Morocco has relatively low wages and a cost-efficient labor force.
• Infrastructure: Morocco has modern infrastructure, including trade-supporting infrastructure.

Other advantages include: 

• Tax incentives
• Financial rewards
• Banking benefits
• Freedom to do business
• According to the World Bank, Morocco is ranked 53rd out of 190 economies for ease of doing business. 
• What is business domiciliation in Morocco?
• Domiciliation consists of choosing as the head office of a company (called domiciliary) the address of another company (called domiciliary). This involves giving the domicile a legal address without it being there.

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Sector-Specific Initiatives:

• Said El Mansour Cherkaoui identifies key sectors with growth potential, such as the automotive industry, renewable energy, tourism, manufacturing, and technology.
• Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui collaborates with industry associations, research institutions, and private companies to develop sector-specific investment strategies.

International Partnerships:

• Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui fosters partnerships between Moroccan institutions and foreign counterparts. These collaborations enhance knowledge exchange, technology transfer, and joint ventures.
• Said El Mansour Cherkaoui encourages multinational corporations to invest in Morocco by showcasing its strategic location, skilled workforce, and access to European and African markets.

Policy Adviser and Global Interactions:

As a Policy Adviser, Dr. Cherkaoui analyzes business conditions, develops strategic plans for investment, trade, and cultural relationships, and fosters connections between the United States/California and regions such as Morocco, North Saharan Africa, Southern Europe, and Asia Pacific. Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui analyzes business conditions, develops strategic plans for investment, trade, and cultural relationships, and fosters connections between the United States/California and regions such as Morocco, North Saharan Africa, Southern Europe, and Asia Pacific.

🌐💼 How does Dr. Cherkaoui collaborate with international partners?

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s collaborative efforts span various sectors, emphasizing openness, cultural exchange, and mutually beneficial partnerships on the global stage. Dr. Cherkaoui collaborates with international partners through a multifaceted approach, fostering connections and promoting global cooperation. Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui actively seeks out strategic alliances with organizations, institutions, and businesses across different countries. These alliances may involve joint research projects, knowledge exchange, and collaborative initiatives. He participates in international conferences, seminars, and workshops. These events provide opportunities to meet and interact with professionals from diverse backgrounds. Dr. Cherkaoui leverages these networking platforms to build relationships, share insights, and explore potential partnerships.

Trade Missions and Delegations:

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui has attended numerous events and conferences throughout his career. Here are some notable ones:

1. American Cafe Trade Show: Dr. Cherkaoui represented 25 U.S. Food Companies at the American Cafe Trade Show in Casablanca, Morocco.
2. Trade Missions: Dr. Cherkaoui has successfully conducted numerous trade missions, represented U.S. companies at trade shows, and helped companies develop their businesses overseas.
3. Dr. Cherkaoui leads or participates in trade missions organized by governments or industry associations.
4. These missions involve visits to other countries, where he engages with local businesses, government officials, and investors.
5. The goal is to explore investment opportunities, establish business ties, and promote bilateral trade.

Research and Academic Engagement and Work of Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui in Europe, Latin America and United States

Dr. Cherkaoui has taught civilian students and Military/Air Force personnels and conducted Joint research projects, student exchanges, and faculty collaborations enhance cross-cultural understanding and knowledge transfer.

Business Development:

• Dr. Cherkaoui identifies potential partners based on shared interests, complementary strengths, and mutual goals.
• He explores avenues for joint ventures, technology transfer, and market expansion.
• Regular communication ensures sustained collaboration.

Diplomatic Channels:

• Dr. Cherkaoui engages with diplomatic missions, embassies, and consulates.
• These channels facilitate introductions, provide insights into local regulations, and promote cross-border cooperation.

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui has authored 92 articles on LinkedIn providing insights into the influences and challenges arising from the evolution of global affairs and international relations, trade, and business. 2.

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s contributions to academia and international collaboration demonstrate his commitment to advancing knowledge and fostering meaningful connections across borders. 🌍🤝

1 scholar.google.com – 2 medium.com 

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui has been actively involved in various academic collaborations and international conferences. Here are some notable points:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/drsaidcherkaoui

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Said El Mansour Cherkaoui: International Conferences

Dr. Cherkaoui organized and presented Multiple International Conferences Collaboration with the US Department of Commerce, the US Small Business Department, the US Small Business Association, the 2 East Bay and Bay Area Centers for International Trade Development and other local business professional representatives organizations and the Chambers of Commerce around the Bay Area of San … Continue reading Said El Mansour Cherkaoui: International Conferences

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International Conferences:

• Dr. Cherkaoui has organized and presented at multiple international conferences.
• International Conference on Africa: Dr. Cherkaoui organized the International Conference on Africa ³.

International Conference on African Growth and Opportunity Act

January 19, 2024 – Diaspora of African Executives • Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. • AFRICA TIME AND BACK TO THE FUTURE A PICTURE OF AFRICA WORTH THOUSANDS AND THOUSANDS HANDWRITING AFRICAN STORIES and BUILDING AFRICAN MEMORIES Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. Building Local, Regional and International Business in Northern California with Africa … Read More »

• Africa and AGOA: Dr. Cherkaoui attended the Africa and AGOA conference ³.
• Meetings with High-Level Officials: Dr. Cherkaoui has met with high-level officials, arranged business meetings, conducted negotiations, and organized conferences on entrepreneurship and international operations ².

First Visit of the Federation of the Egyptian Chambers of Commerce to California: Dr. Cherkaoui co-chaired this event and organized the first visit of the Federation of the Egyptian Chambers of Commerce to California.

• Dr. Cherkaoui has organized and presented multiple international conferences. These events likely focused on topics related to international trade, development, and business.

California Center for International Trade Development

H.E. the Ambassador of the United States of America in the Kingdom of Morocco talking to Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui accompanied by Mr. Omar Bouafi, representing California Stand and the CITD in Casablanca Cafe organized by the USDA, U.S. Department of Commerce, U.S. State Department and the U.S. Embassy in Rabat

• Dr. Cherkaoui has been associated with the Center for International Trade Development (CITD), where he created and conducted certified workforce development and training programs. These programs likely aimed to enhance skills and knowledge in areas such as international business, sales, and trade operations.
• California Center for International Trade Development (CITD): Operated by the State Center Community College District, it has been promoting California’s international trade and competitiveness since 1989. It assists exporters, supports economic growth, and helps businesses expand globally.
• CITD mission is to accelerate global trade by providing high-impact export development programs, technical assistance, and global trade education.
• CITD collaborates with multilateral agencies, government institutions, and non-government organizations to promote trade and investment programs.
• In summary, CITD acts as a bridge between businesses, education, and government to foster international trade and economic development. 🌎🤝

• His collaborations extend to various organizations, including the US Department of Commerce, the US Small Business Department, and the US Small Business Association. Additionally, he worked with local business professional representatives and Chambers of Commerce in the Bay Area of San Francisco.
• Notably, Dr. Cherkaoui participated in conferences related to Africa, where he discussed business opportunities, historical analysis, and trade relations in North Saharan and West African regions.

The California Center for International Trade Development (CITD), an entity of the State Center Community College District, has been promoting California’s international trade and competitiveness since 1989. It assists exporters, supports economic and job growth, and helps businesses in California expand globally. CITD also plays a role in globalizing colleges.

CITD has a strong track record, having organized over 180 agricultural trade missions for the Western United States Agricultural Trade Association, the USDA Foreign Agricultural Services, and the California Governor’s Office. They have trained more than 7,000 companies to market California food and agricultural products in foreign markets.

These efforts have resulted in impressive economic outcomes, with over $100 million in direct export sales and more than $750 million in continuous export sales attributed to CITD’s trade activities since 1990. CITD has also received prestigious awards, including the President’s “E Award” for Export Excellence in 2001 and 2013.

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Sport and Academia:

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Dr. Cherkaoui has a multifaceted background. He has been a player, captain, and coach of the Handball Team at the University of Montpellier in France 3.

His academic pursuits include affiliations with institutions such as Université de la Sorbonne, Paris III, Institut des Hautes Etudes de l’Amérique Latine, and Paris Sciences Po, Grenoble Tate Yoko Research Institute 1.

Academic Endeavors: Dr. Cherkaoui’s academic pursuits include research in the field of economics and politics. His work on “Economie politique du subcapitalisme en Amérique latine (1830-1930)” delves into the economic dynamics of subcapitalism in Latin America 3.  

Economie Politique du Subcapitalisme en Amérique latine (1830-1930): Argentine-Brésil-Chili-Pérou Said El Mansour Cherkaoui  1992 – 806 pages

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Global Interactions: As part of TRI Consulting Kyoto and the Tateyoko Research Institute in the USA and Japan, Said El Mansour Cherkaoui engages in international business, development, strategy, and entrepreneurship. His contributions extend beyond borders, fostering connections and collaborations across continents 4.

In summary, Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s journey spans investment advocacy, sports leadership, academic exploration, and global engagement. His diverse pursuits exemplify a rich tapestry of experiences and contributions. 🌟

Said El Mansour Cherkaoui is a dynamic individual with a diverse range of interests, spanning investment, policy, sports, and academia. His contributions have a global impact, bridging cultures and fostering collaboration.

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Sporting Achievements: Said El Mansour Cherkaoui is not only an intellectual but also a player of the First Division of Football, Volleyball, Handball, and Basketball in Morocco and vice-champion in fencing.  He played professionally Basketball in Montpellier at the ASPTT Club and Handball in Germany with Munster 08.    

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui was also a player, captain, and coach of the Handball Team at the University of Montpellier in France 2. 

In Morocco, Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui is an International Player of Handball with the National Moroccan Team of Handball and was also selected for the National Moroccan Team of BasketBall (Academic and Civil). 

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Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s scholarly work extends to areas like international business, international development, business strategy, and entrepreneurship 4.

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Ghana Model of African Home-Made Power Generation

Ghana aspires to modernize and expand its energy grid and productivity to respond to current demand and anticipate future needs for developing new industries and increasing electrical consumption from its growing population of more than 30 million.   Ghana responded to these exigences by conducting reviews and trials of new forms of energy combination between the traditional sources from hydro with renewable forms of electricity.  Ghana’s energy mix includes hydropower, fossil fuels, and renewable energy sources while pondering nuclear energy as the next step and source of supply.

This strategy of combining hydropower with solar power in the same spot and the same space is relevant to many African countries. The Ghana planned approach can serve as a model in which West African countries and even Morocco can find sources of inspiration and examples to build solutions in the face of the recurrent drought and climate change swings and be able to generate dual-based renewable energy from hydro and solar powers.

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While Ghana aspires to modernize and expand economic opportunity, it is constrained by a struggling power distribution sector and unreliable electricity for homes and businesses. As a leading trade hub in West Africa, Ghana’s economic success carries global significance.

Ghana, like many African nations, has long grappled with energy access and reliability issues, hindering industrialization in both urban and rural communities. Between late 2012 and 2016, Ghana experienced a severe electricity crisis called ‘Dumsor’.

This crisis was caused by a drought from the Volta Lake that threatened electricity production from the Akosombo Dam, Ghana’s largest energy generating station. The crisis triggered a severe power rationing programme resulting in heavy load shedding throughout the country. At the height of this crisis, consumers faced at least 16-hour power cuts within every 24-hour period. Henceforth, the country’s power sector has failed to keep up with increasing demand from a growing population of over 31 million people.

Ghana’s energy sector has significant debt. The country’s electricity access rate is 86.63%, with 50% of rural residents and 91% of urban residents connected to the electricity grid.

In 2021, 86.63% of Ghana’s population had access to electricity. This is a 0.86% increase from 2020. 50% of rural residents and 91% of urban residents are connected to the electricity grid.  Ghana’s electricity access rate is one of the highest in sub-Saharan Africa. The Bank’s April 2023 Africa’s Pulse Report scored Ghana 81.2%. This was followed by:

• Côte D’Ivoire (77%)
• Kenya (76%)
• Senegal (73.5%)
• Nigeria (69.1%)
• Rwanda (65%)
• Gambia (61%)

Ghana’s installed capacity is around 4,300 MW. In 2018, Ghana’s peak demand exceeded its installed capacity by more than 2,000 MW.

Ghana’s electricity demand is expected to rise from 21.3 thousand gigawatt hours in 2021 to over 36.5 thousand gigawatt hours in 2030. However, Ghana’s actual availability of electricity rarely exceeds 2,400 MW due to:

• Changing hydrological conditions
• Inadequate fuel supplies
• Dilapidated infrastructure

Ghana’s energy sector is expected to see generation/supply shortfalls of at least:

• 467MW in 2025
• 916MW in 2026

Ghana’s power supply sources include:

• Hydroelectricity
• Thermal fueled by crude oil, natural gas, and diesel
• Solar
• Imports from La Cote D’Ivoire

Ghana’s energy supply is dominated by thermal generation (68%), followed by hydropower (31%). Gas is the largest source of electricity production, followed by hydropower.

Ghana’s Current Response to the Energy Crisis

Ghana unveiled its $550 billion Energy Transition and Investment Plan (ETIA) at the UN General Assembly on September 21, 2023. The plan aims to achieve net-zero emissions and universal energy access by 2060. It also aims to create 400,000 jobs.

“This pioneering “Energy Transition and Investment Plan” maps out Ghana’s journey to achieve net-zero emissions by 2060 based on the latest data and evidence, ensuring that as our economy thrives, it does so in harmony with the environment.” Declaration of his H.E. Nana Akufo-Addo, the President of Ghana.

The Energy Transition and Investment Plan includes:

The Energy Transition and Investment Plan is expected to be the government’s main roadmap for achieving these goals. It will help Ghana achieve net-zero energy-related carbon emissions by deploying low-carbon.

Ghana uses both renewable (10%) and non-renewable (90%) forms of energy.

To address energy shortfalls, the Ghana government introduced policy interventions in 2019 aimed at boosting the utilization of renewable energy and fulfilling its commitments to achieving Sustainable Development Goal 7 (SDG 7). The key of these interventions was the Government’s Renewable Energy Master plan, which sought to among others, increase the proportion of renewable energy in the national energy generation mix from 42.5 MW in 2015 to 1,363.63 MW by 2030.

Ghana integrated some renewable energy solutions into its national grid, which also includes a Hydro-Solar Hybrid (HSH) plant at Banda in the Bui enclave. This HSH plant, managed by the Bui Power Authority, has a hydro capacity of 404MW and a solar capacity of 55MW. The plant makes use of Huawei’s Smart Photovoltaic (PV) Solution to fuel the national grid which supports communities, factories, enterprises, and small-scale businesses of over 24,000 locals in the Banda community. Bui Power Authority – BPA supports the Government’s goals of increased renewable energy penetration in the country and its greenhouse gas reduction obligations.

Power Africa worked with the National Renewable Energy Laboratory to conduct and review grid impact and stability studies for the project, which is being built in installments of 50 MW to a total of 250 MW. The project generates renewable energy from solar that can operate during the day to complement existing hydropower production. The facility also features a 1 MW floating solar component. Due to increasingly low water levels, especially during the dry season, BPA opted to add a solar element to the existing hydropower plant. This move enables the plant to operate during the day, harnessing the vast solar radiation resource in northern Ghana while giving grid operators more flexibility to run the hydropower plant during the evening.

The most commonly used energy resources are:

Biomass (46.667%)

Oil (40.52%)

Natural gas (10%)

Ghana’s energy strategy is to diversify its energy portfolio and increase the role of renewables.

The government’s Renewable Energy Master Plan (REMP) aims to increase the country’s renewable energy capacity from 42.5 MW in 2019 to about 1390 MW by 2030.

The REMP is a US$ 5.6 billion investment plan, with more than 80% coming from the private sector. The plan is implemented over a 12-year time-space, from 2019 to 2030.

Ghana’s energy strategy includes:

Ghana’s National Energy Policy focuses on the country’s vast mini hydro potential. Twenty-one micro- and medium-hydro power sites, with generation capacities ranging from 4kW to 325 kW, have already been identified as suitable for power generation.

Renewable energy: Ghana’s goal is to have 10% of its energy come from renewable sources by 2030. This includes adding 520 MW of solar, 325 MW of wind, and 60 MW of hydro from 2022 to 2030.

Net zero emissions: Ghana plans to achieve net zero emissions by 2060 by using six main decarbonizing technologies.

These technologies include:

Small hydro potential: The government’s National Energy Policy focuses on using the country’s small hydro potential. Ghana has 21 micro- and medium-hydro power sites with generation capacities ranging from 4kW to 325 kW.

Energy Sector Recovery Program: The Energy Sector Recovery Program (ESRP) was approved in 2019 to address cost under-recovery in the sector. The program is a five-year plan with 30 reform actions to bring the sector into financial equilibrium by 2023.

Electrification and renewables

Carbon capture and storage

Low-carbon hydrogen

Battery electric vehicle technologies

Clean cooking technologies

Ghana’s energy mix is expected to provide affordable electricity at a generation cost below 4.5 cents/kwh.

Some ways to solve Ghana’s energy crisis include:

Diversifying the electricity generation mix

Expanding the prepaid metering system

Having other independent power distributors

Consulting energy experts and engaging civil society organizations

Producing biofuels from plants like corn and soybeans

Promoting the establishment of dedicated woodlots for wood fuel production

Promoting the production and use of improved cookstoves

Replacing high energy-consuming appliances with energy-efficient refrigerators, air conditioners, fans, and lighting systems

Other possible solutions to the global energy crisis include:

Moving towards renewable resources

Buying energy-efficient products

Lighting controls

Easier grid access

Energy simulation

Performing energy audits

A common stand on climate change

Ghana Actual Energy Supply Chain Management:

According to the International Trade Administration, Ghana’s energy sector currently relies on hydro and thermal generation fueled by crude oil, natural gas, and diesel. Thermal generation accounts for nearly 66% of Ghana’s power generation mix, with hydro accounting for 33%. In total, Ghana’s electric access rate stands at just over 86%, with 91% of urban residents and 50% of rural residents being actively connected to the electricity grid.

Ghana imports energy to secure its supply and promote inter-regional energy trade. Ghana imports natural gas from Nigeria through the West African Gas Pipeline. Ghana also imports petroleum fuel because it has limited oil reserves.

Ghana’s over reliance on fossil fuels makes its energy insecure and threatens its economic growth and development. The country’s power sector cannot meet electricity demand. The Ghanaian government is turning to liquefied natural gas (LNG) as an alternative fuel source.

These are the prevailing conditions of the Energy sector in Ghana and the Government is seeking an exit from such dilemma and challenging energetic deficiencies.

The Energy Commission of Ghana was established in 1997. The commission’s main objectives are to:

Regulate and manage Ghana’s energy resources

Coordinate all energy-related policies

Provide the legal, regulatory, and supervisory framework for all energy providers in the country

Grant licenses for transmission, wholesale, and supply

Advise the government on energy matters

The commission consists of seven commissioners responsible for Licensing, Renewables, Infrastructure, and Efficiency. 

The Ministry of Energy is responsible for:

Formulating, monitoring, and evaluating energy policies, programs, and projects

Supervising and coordinating the activities of Energy Sector Agencies

Implementing the National Electrification Scheme (NES)

Formulating and implementing laws and policies, such as the Renewable Energy Act of 2011

Foreign investments in Ghana

Kasoa, C/R, Ghana – With the inauguration of the Kasoa Bulk Supply Point (BSP) today, the United States has completed its nearly six-year $316 million investment in Ghana’s energy infrastructure, supporting more reliable power for hundreds of thousands of schools, hospitals, offices, and homes in Ghana. Jun 1, 2022

USD 200,000 for joint ventures with a Ghanaian partner

USD 500,000 for enterprises wholly owned by a non-Ghanaian

USD 1 million for trading companies

Foreign Investments in Ghana’s Energy Sector:

Ghana’s energy sector is becoming an increasingly attractive destination for foreign investment. The country has a high potential for solar energy generation and a favorable investment climate for solar energy companies.

Here are some foreign investments in Ghana’s energy sector:

IFCAs of March 2023, IFC’s investment portfolio in Ghana was $446 million in financing and $12.5 million in advisory services.

Ghana’s top investing countries are South Africa, The Netherlands, France, Mauritius, and China.

China is the world’s largest investor in Africa in terms of total capital. In 2020, China’s total stock of foreign direct investments (FDI) in Ghana was around $1.6 billion.

In the first half of 2021, Ghana’s largest investment partners were:

Singapore: $307.50 million

Australia: $204.01 million

India: $61.57 million

The Netherlands: $46.80 million

Some of Ghana’s other major foreign investors include China, The United Kingdom, South Africa, The Netherlands, and Australia.  China maintains the highest number of investment projects in Ghana, followed by India, the UK, South Africa, Turkey, Mauritania, and France.

FDI flows in Ghana are mainly directed to the following sectors:

The State Department says that foreign investors have limited market access in the following sectors:

Oil and gas, Services, Trade, Agriculture, Construction, Manufacturing.

Banking, Fishing, Petroleum, Mining, Real estate, Telecommunications.

U.S. Investments in Ghana

Ghana and the United States have a strong economic partnership with bilateral trade reaching $2.7 billion in 2021. Following the success of the first Ghana Compact with MCC, which supported the country’s transport and agricultural sectors, MCC and the Government of Ghana renewed their partnership in 2014 and signed a $316 million Ghana Power Compact. Jun 1, 2022 — United States – The U.S. government’s Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) and the Government of Ghana formally completed the 5-year, $316 million MCC – Ghana Power Compact today, celebrating a partnership that created a more effective, sustainable, and inclusive power sector in Ghana.

This new investment aimed to transform the country’s energy sector by investing in new power infrastructure, advancing energy-efficiency practices, and creating inclusive economic opportunities in the power sector that will support more reliable power for hundreds of thousands of schools, hospitals, offices, and homes in Ghana, including the Kasoa Bulk Supply Point.

Ghana’s government launched an Energy Transition and Investment Plan on September 21, 2023, during the UN General Assembly. The plan is intended to attract investors and the international community to help Ghana transition to energy. The plan is worth $550 billion and represents an opportunity for the international community to invest in Ghana’s sustainable development.

Ghana’s main sources of thermal power are natural gas, diesel, and sometimes light crude oil. The country exports power to Benin, Burkina Faso, and Togo.

Model for the Generation of Electricity in Morocco

Bui Power Authority – BPA – Model of Mix Generation of Electricity Combining the use of Solar elements added to existing hydropower Plant

Due to increasingly low water levels in Morocco, as is the case in Ghana also especially during the dry season, BPA opted to add a solar element to the existing hydropower plant. This move enables the plant to operate during the day, harnessing the vast solar radiation resource in northern Ghana while giving grid operators more flexibility to run the hydropower plant during the evening.

This novel approach has the potential to be replicated with other utilities not only in Ghana but across the West African sub-region as well as in the entire Africa where similar challenges existed. This approach can lead to more sustainable forms of energy generation.

Ghana integrated some renewable energy solutions into its national grid, which also includes a Hydro-Solar Hybrid (HSH) plant at Banda in the Bui enclave. This HSH plant, managed by the Bui Power Authority, has a hydro capacity of 404MW and a solar capacity of 55MW. The plant makes use of Huawei’s Smart Photovoltaic (PV) Solution to fuel the national grid which supports communities, factories, enterprises, and small-scale businesses of over 24,000 locals in the Banda community. In line with Ghana’s mission to promote access to reliable, clean, and affordable electricity, Power Africa and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory assisted the Bui Power Authority (BPA) in conducting and reviewing grid impact and stability studies for the project, which is being built in installments of 50 MW to a total of 250 MW. The project generates renewable energy from solar that can operate during the day to complement existing hydropower production. This first 50 MW plant resulted in the doubling of Ghana’s grid-connected solar energy and is expected to cut greenhouse gas emissions by more than 47,000 tons per year.

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Through the analysis of the export readiness of 83 businesses in Cameroon, their time in business, their sector of activity, and their product certifications, the findings reveals that two-thirds of them are in agro-processing, and 48% do not have certifications for their products.

😮 The corresponding publication highlights the challenges faced by businesses seeking to fully benefit from the AfCFTA, such as: 🚚✈️🚢

• 🚚✈️🚢- High cost of transportation by road, air, and maritime
• 🕵️♂️- Complex export procedures and limited knowledge of export requirements
• 📄- High rate of tariffs currently applicable on intra-ECCAS trade
• 💸 – Limited trade support infrastructure, such as cold storage facilities
• ❄️🏭 – Lack of access to finance to increase productive capacity for large-scale demands
• 💰📈 – High cost of product compliance with standards
• 🏷️💵 – Lack of Finance
• 💸 – Complex border procedures
• 🛂👮 – Lack of market knowledge of products
• 👩🌾 – Low production capacity
• 📉🏭 – Lack of knowledge of distribution channels

🗺️🚛 These challenges hinder the potential of businesses to access the 1.3 billion consumer market under the AfCFTA. The publication emphasizes the importance of policy reforms in export procedures, business registration, SME support, and other related areas to boost the capacity of businesses to prepare for this market. Additionally, the development of Special Economic Zones has proven to be successful in boosting domestic production for export, and should be prioritized within the AfCFTA national strategy. 👏 The publication concludes that lessons learned from the initiative will be important to facilitate trade under the full AfCFTA.

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AfCFTA🌍 African Continental Free Trade Area:

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Economic integration in Africa is a strategy to increase the continent’s economic integration by creating a single market for goods and services. The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is a strategic framework that started trading in January 2021.  African countries are working together to address common challenges and harness their shared strengths to realize the continent’s potential market of 1.2 billion people. The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is a strategic framework that creates a single market of goods and services for deeper economic integration on the African continent. To make this ambitious project a success, coordination will be needed at the local, national, regional and continental levels.

Supporting African multilateralism: Gradual implementation of the AfCFTA

🌍 Bringing Africa to the forefront of the International scene with consideration on the authentic development of the African communities in Africa and around the world. Bringing together 54 signatory states among the continent’s 55, the AfCFTA aims to create the world’s largest free trade zone, representing a market of 1.3 billion consumers. More in the following article:

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US-Africa Bilateral Agreements – Bilateral investment treaties (BIT)

A bilateral investment treaty (BIT) is an agreement concluded between two States which defines the broad terms and conditions under which private and companies invest in each others territories. The United States has concluded a number of BITs with various countries, including African countries. The stated basic aims of this BIT program includes the following key objectives:

• to protect investment abroad especially in countries where investor rights are not already protected through existing agreements
• to encourage the adoption of market-oriented domestic policies which treat private investments in an open, transparent and non-discriminatory way
• to support the development of international law standars that are consisten with these objectives

The United States has concluded BITs with various African countries, inter alia with Rwanda, Mozambique, Republic of Congo, Congo DRC and Cameroon.

Trade and Investment Framework Agreements (TIFA)

Trade and Investment Framework Agreements (TIFA) provide strategic frameworks and principles for dialogue on trade and investment issues between the United States and the other parties to the TIFA. These agreements generally go beyond the BIT model. TIFAs have been concluded with a number of African partner countries, inter alia with Angola, Ghana, Liberia, Mauritius, Mozambique, Nigeria, Rwanda and South Africa, as well as various regional country groups, such as COMESA, EAC and WAEMU. Discussions and negotiations with the SACU group are ongoing.

When the Past Divisions are the Path to the Present Vision of Unity in Africa

The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is a preferential trade regime aiming to progressively dismantling tariffs on goods and services produced on the continent, or with raw materials from Africa. The intention behind this large-scale project is to promote the free circulation of goods and thus stimulate intra-continental trade.

African leaders on Wednesday, March 23, 2018, signed three major economic agreements during the extraordinary session of Heads of State and Government of the African Union (AU) in Kigali, creating a Continental Free Trade Area (Zlec), perceived as essential to Africa’s economic development, through increased intra-African trade.

Some 44 countries signed the agreement establishing the African Continental Free Trade Area, while 43 heads of state signed the Kigali declaration for the launch of Zlec, and 27 signed protocols relating to the free movement of people, right to residence, and right of establishment.

Zlec gave birth to the largest free trade area in the world since the World Trade Organization which was established in 1995. Nineteen presidents attended as a number of prime ministers and government officials also signed for their respective countries.

Heavyweights, such as Morocco, Egypt, Kenya, and yet very protectionist Algeria, have signed the agreement, which will enter into force within 180 days after being ratified by the signatory countries.

“Some countries have reservations and have not yet finalized their national consultations. But we will have another summit in Mauritania in July and we hope these countries will sign then,” said AU Commissioner for Trade and Industry, Albert Muchanga.

Eleven countries out of the fifty-four countries of the AU are still missing, including Nigeria, whose President Muhammadu Buhari had decided not to make the trip to Kigali, after one of the largest unions in the country, Nigeria Labor Congress (NLC), had expressed its fears on the negative effects of the Zlec for the national economy. This union had also asked to be more involved in the negotiations and Mr. Buhari had agreed to “give more time to consultations”. Nigeria was one of the first economies on the continent, which had nevertheless coordinated the negotiations with Egypt. Other countries that have not signed the agreement include South Africa, and Benin, countries seeking taxes, especially on products transiting through their ports or roads, including Eritrea, Burundi,

Zlec must allow the gradual elimination of customs duties between member countries, thus promoting trade within the continent and allowing African countries to emancipate themselves from an economic system that is too focused on the exploitation of raw materials. The AU estimates that the implementation of Zlec will increase the level of intra-African trade by nearly 60% by 2022. Currently, only 16% of African countries’ trade is with other countries on the continent.

If the 55 member countries of the AU sign the document, the Zlec will open access to a market of 1.2 billion people, for a cumulative GDP of more than 2,500 billion dollars. Its advocates believe it will help diversify African economies and industrialize the continent while providing a unique platform to negotiate better trade deals with the outside world. Zlec is one of the key projects highlighted by the AU in its Agenda 2063, a long-term development program that aims to facilitate the flow of goods and people on the continent. At its last summit, in January in Addis Ababa, the AU had thus announced the creation of a single and liberalized market for air transport, including 23 countries of the continent.

Under the theme: “Creating an African Market”, the initiative falls under the AU Agenda 2063 It is estimated that if all 55 AU Member States ratify it, the agreement will bring together 1.2 billion people with a combined gross domestic product (GDP) of over US$2 billion.

Cameroon is one of the countries committed to drive the development of a liberalized African market. On July 2, 2023, the Port Autonome de Kribi, Cameroon’s second largest port, welcomed its first cargo under the AfCFTA regime, from Tunisia. Cameroon had already launched a first wave of goods exports under this regime at the end of 2022.

The process of dismantling customs tariffs has begun in the country, in line with the outline adopted by the AfCFTA authorities: to ensure a smooth transition to market liberalization, customs tariffs will be gradually reduced to zero over 13 years. The first 10 years will concern 90% of the products identified by the authorities, and 7% of products over the remaining years. Certain “sensitive” products (3%) will be excluded from liberalization, in order to protect local industries from increased competition.

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