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10 APRIL 2019SOFITEL ABIDJAN, CÔTE D’IVOIRE
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Welcome to TXF Africa 2019
TXF Africa 2019 will throw open the doors for senior decision-makers across the project, export and commodities finance industries. A key Pan-African event,
the 2019 edition will host 300 C-Level international and local players discussing everything from the continent’s continual need for infrastructure financing to the
latest technologies taking the agri world by storm - we’ve got you covered!
With the central economic hub that is Abidjan providing the perfect backdrop for this year’s edition, we will be utilising smaller, interactive roundtables and workshops to
uncover the exciting opportunities across the region.
60+Speakers
140Companies
300Attendees
45%+Corporates
2018 DELEGATE BREAKDOWN:
Corporate
DFI/MFI
Bank
ECA
Insurer/ broker
3%2%
16%
35%
44%
The reviews are in!
“The premier event in the African market for
trade, export & commodity finance! Not to be
missed!”
Craig Weitz, Nedbank
“This has been an incredibly educating
two days for me. Very practical lessons on
Africa.”
Dr Layi Fatona, ND Western
“Cannot be bettered as a forum to exchange
ideas and obtain access to the key players in the
industry.”
Oliver Irwin, Bracewell
“The content has been very impressive.
Congratulations for the relevant speakers that
were selected as well as the moderators. I look
forward to the 2019 edition.”
Stephan Waema, Kipya, Africa Drilling Solutions
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Meet the headliners
Acrow Bridge
Azuri Technologies
BioTherm
Camel Oil
CMC di Ravenna Kenya
Branch
CMI Group
Colas
Contracta Engenharia
Damen Shipyards
Group
Dangote Industries
DMWA Resources
East Africa Extractives
Network
Elecnor
Eltel Networks
Engie Africa
Eurofinsa
GlaxoSmithKline
Goldplat
Gulf Bulk Petroleum
Gulf Energy
Hass Petroleum
Huawei
Kenergy Renewables
Kenya Electricity
Generating Company
Kipya- Africa Drilling
Solutions
Leadwood Energy
MAN Automotive
Mansoor Industries
Marubeni
Mitsubishi
Mitsui & Co.
Mota-Engil Group
National Oil
Corporation of Kenya
ND Western
Nokia
Olam International
Power Africa
Power China
Rolls Royce
SA Taxi
Scania
Schneider Electric
SENET
SMS INNSE
Senelec
Sprint Kenya
Strauss Energy
Tecnolines
Tyllium
uLima
VAMED
Vedanta Zinc
International
Vestas
VINCI Energies
Volvo
Top 2018 corporate guests
Aida N’diayeNational Programme
CoordinatorMILLENNIUM CHALLENGE
CORPORATION
Marie-Laure MazaudDeputy CEO
STOA
Matthew McLeanPresident Endsight
ConsultingENDSIGHT CONSULTING
Nicholas OliverBusiness Development Manager
NMS International
Josephine GauldBritish Ambassador to the Republic of Cote D’Ivoire
FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE,
UNITED KINGDOM
Birgitta Lindström KrukSenior Manager Export &
Project FinanceSCANIA
Victor EromoseleCEO
M.E. CONSULTING LIMITED
Dr. Robert BesselingExecutive Director
EXX AFRICA
Pierre EzanCFO
ENEO
Alhi KeitaDirector GeneralMOVING ROAD
Sujay SarkarRegional CFO, West &
Central AfricaOLAM INTERNATIONAL
Jared KotlerHead of Political Risk and
CreditTHE HARTFORD
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What s new for 2019?
Working group: Localising the supply chain
Case study: Natchigal power
Update: Abidjan metro
Join a series of workshops conducted in local language.
We’ll also provide simultaneous French translation throughout
the day
Dual-language programme
We debate – is Chinese investment the future for African infrastructure development, or
does it undermine local economic agency?
China: Where to next?
What’s the difference between French and English speaking economies in west Africa? Learn how to make the
most of each from companies who’ve worked with both
Spot thedifference
Hear from those working on the Abidjan metro on the challenges
surrounding the project
Key stakeholders discuss this landmark power project in
Cameroon
How can we capture a commodity’s full value within Africa? We workshop solutions for this key issue facing west
African agribusiness
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Agenda
Day 1
Opening RemarksWelcome to TXF Africa 2019!
Coffee and RegistrationSign in, grab a coffee and meet your next business partner
Breakfast briefing: The fundamentals of ECA financeJoin us for breakfast to learn about the bare bones of ECA financing. What is it, and what can it do for you? This educational session will set you up to make the most of the connections you’ll make at TXF Africa.Francisco Anzola, Principal, CC Solutions
Ministerial KeynoteWe kick off the day with an update from the Ivorian government who, with sights set on transforming Cote D’Ivoire into a middle-income country by 2020, are keen to continue the nation’s economic growth.
Celebrating Africa: Meeting the challenges with opportunityAfrica is a hive of activity when it comes to business opportunities - despite some hefty challenges. Our panel asseses:
• What challenges face international companies looking to invest in Africa, and what innovative solutions have been used to mitigate these?
• How can projects in challenging markets such as DRC, Libya, and Sudan be financed?
• How can we make the most of everything the continent has to offer?
Josephine Gauld, British Ambassador to the Cote D’Ivoire, UK Foreign & Commonwealth Office
Jared Kotler, Head of Political Risk & Credit, The Hartford
Moderator: Matt McLean, President, Endsight Consulting
Geopolitical OverviewHear the latest in geopolitical risk across the continent and learn where the opportunities lie.Dr Robert Besseling, Executive Director, EXX Africa
Audience response surveyOur live audience survey gives you a sense of the opinions in the room.
Networking coffee break
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Abidjan Metro: Where are we now?Hear from key players working on the Abidjan Metro:
• How’s the project coming along in terms of financing and implementation?
• Which challenges are still posing problems?
• The project was changed from a PPP to a sovereign loan - why was this, and are PPPs viable in Africa?
Alain Descamps, Chairman, Société des Transports Abidjanais sur Rails
Case study: Nachtigal DamWe gather key stakeholders in Cameroon’s Nachtigal Dam hydropower project to discuss the nuances of this landmark undertaking:
• What differentiates Nachtigal from other power projects in Cameroon?
• How will the project tackle the country’s energy needs?
Marie-Laure Mazaud, Deputy CEO, STOA Energy
Filling the gaps:Optimizing thecommodity supplychainAccess to finance is alwaysa major challenge when itcomes to financing dealsacross Africa. We examine:
• Which financial structurescan be used to connectsmaller players to the supply chain?
• Can trade tech helpsmall operatives be partof exciting investmentopportunities?
• Would a scoring mechanismboost smallholdercreditworthiness?
Sujay Sarkar, Regional CFO, Olam International
Powering AfricaElectrifying Africa is one of the biggestdevelopment goals on the continent. This roundtable will tackle:
• What opportunities are arising from renewables projects across the continent?
• How can we connect remote areas to the grid?
• What innovative solutions are implementedto ensure electrification across the continent?
Facilitator: Pierre Ezan, CFO, Eneo
Oil & gas: Opportunities from NigeriaWith commodities prices on the rise once again, Nigeria’s renowned oil and gas market can flourish once more. We ask:
• What are the key challenges at play?
• Does the Nigerian economy have a contingency plan if commodity prices fall?
• Where are the country’s greatest investment opportunities, and should the economy seek to diversify?
Moderator: Victor Eromosele, CEO, ME Consulting
Spot the difference:French and Englishspeaking WestAfricaAlthough geographicallyclose, the French andEnglish speaking economiesin Africa couldn’t be moredifferent; this often provesa steep learning curve forcompanies looking to invest.
This workshop investigates:
• Key procedural, cultural,and economic differencesbetween French and Englishspeaking countries in Africa
• Share your experience ofworking with the differenteconomies to educatecompanies looking to do the same
Nicholas Oliver, Business Development Manager, NMS International
Infrastructure stream Commodity stream Workshop stream
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Financing African deals: The ECA perspectiveAppetite for ECA cover remains voracious across Africa, with many international players keen towork on the continent.
Join this workshop to discuss
• Which ECA products are most popular in Africa and why?
• Do ECA local content requirements ever inhibit ECA involvement?
• How do Asian and Western ECAs differ when it comes to involvement in Africa?
• With tight marketing budgets and little time, how can we boost product understanding in African government and local banks?
Localisation working groupDespite West Africa’s booming agricultural sector, many goods are notprocessed locally - a significant amount of value is lost along the supply chain.
This working group will allow you to workshop the best solutions to this problem to promote African economic empowerment:
• Which strategic investments can be made by larger companies into solving the problem?
• Where are the opportunities for smaller operatives to localise
Regional focus: East AfricaEritrea and Ethiopia have opened the border; Rwanda is set to be the first African country off development aid; and Kenya continues to be a key player in the African market. This regional roundtable asks:
• What are the latest opportunities arising from East Africa, and how can we make the most of them?
• Which sectors are booming, and which are lagging behind?
• What are the key challenges at play when it comes to financing deals in the region?
Regional focus:Southern AfricaIt’s been an eventful few years for the SouthernAfrican political landscape,what with South Africa’srevamped pro-business stance and Zimbabwe’s promised recovery. Here welook in to:
• How has the changingpolitical landscape acrossSouthern Africa impactedbusiness?
• How will the push forgreater intra-African trade create opportunities for local companies in Southern Africa?
• How can we encourageinternational investmentinto the region?
Trade & SME financeSupporting local business will provide fantastic opportunity for companies across the continent. This session asks:
• What types of support do SMEs require?
• How are innovative trade tech solutions creating opportunities for SME customers?
• Is intra-African trade the key to local economic growth, and how can this be encouraged?
Local focus: Encouraging growth in French speaking marketsJoin this structured networking session which brings together local and international players looking to engage with the French speaking markets.
Idea lab Idea labWorkshop streamConducted in French
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Cocktail receptionOpen to all guests, this reception is yet another opportunity to meet potential business partners and continue the debates of the day. We look forward to welcoming you with a drink or two!
Chinese investment: Where to next?China’s investment into Africa has seen rapid increase over the past years. However, amongst the hubbub, some African governments – including Zambia, Tanzania & Rwanda - are backing out of Chinese projects. We round the day off with a heated industry debate:
• Is China’s hefty investment the way forward for successful infrastructure projects across Africa?
• Does Chinese investment create unsustainable debt for African countries?
• What is the effect of Chinese development on African economic empowerment?
Networking coffee break
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Attend TXF Africa 2019 and receive an exclusive 20% discount (£400)of a TXF Essentials subscription in 2019
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