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Rwandan Diaspora in the UK 2018 Study Presentation – London & Coventry

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The International Organisation for Migration (IOM), the Rwanda High Commission (RHC) and the African Foundation for Development (AFFORD) are co-hosting two events in the UK for the Rwandan community to present findings and recommendations from a recent study of Rwandans in the UK and gather feedback and comments on the content; to provide an overview of Rwanda’s diaspora policies, initiatives and opportunities; and to showcase individual diaspora engagement experiences from Rwandans living in the UK.

The events will also provide an opportunity for networking and wider discussions on diaspora engagement within the Rwandan community in the UK. The events are scheduled for 10th January in London and 11th January in Coventry.

Register to attend the London event here

Register to attend the Coventry event at https://rwandadiasporacoventry.eventbrite.co.uk

Who Should Attend

This event will be specifically about Rwanda and its diaspora and will be of particular interest to:

  • Those from Rwanda
  • Those interested in Rwanda or its diaspora
  • The African diaspora community

The Agenda

18:00 Doors open

18:30-18:40 Welcome and Introductions

18:40-18:55 Overview of Rwanda’s Diaspora Policies, Initiatives and Opportunities

18:55 -19:05 Introduction of IOM Project and Background to the Mapping Exercise

19:05- 19:20 Presentation of the mapping report ‘Rwandans in the UK: their skills base and engagement with Rwanda”

19:20-19:40 Question and Answer Session

19:40 -19:50 Insight and Response

19:45-20:00 Diaspora Experiences – diaspora speakers to give an overview of their respective diaspora initiatives in Rwanda and/or the UK

20:00-20:10 Diaspora professional skills and investment opportunities in Rwanda

20:10-20:15 Closing Remarks

20:15-21.00 Refreshments and Networking

Best of Nigeria Investment Expo 2018 (BONNIE 2018)

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Theresa May’s recent visit to Nigeria and pledge to boost Britain’s investment in Africa after Brexit, along with the Nigerian governments promise to make Nigeria a global investment destination means that there is high demand for further investment in Nigeria.

The Best of Nigeria Investment Expo (Bonnie 2018) taking place from October 3rd-4th at the ExCel Centre in London will capitalise on this demand,  showcasing the many investment & business opportunities that Nigeria has to offer. The expo is the first of its kind to bring senior Nigerian Government Officials and successful entrepreneurs together with key investors from across sectors and continents.

Guests will have the opportunity to:

  • Discuss investment opportunities across various sectors
  • Gain brand exposure with global institutions and private investors
  • Network with peers and potential investors
  • Receive first class advice on business investment opportunities

If you are interested in attending, please click here to get your free ticket. 

AFFORD Business Club members will have the opportunity to exhibit at the expo via the ‘SME Booster Package’ at a discounted rate of 10%, To  find out more email  katharine@afford-uk.org for further information.

International Customers and Relationships Creative Enterprise Programme

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Our ABC Manager Elvina Quaison, alongside our Diaspora Experience Manager, Jacqueline Brown, will be hosting an ‘International Customers and Relationships‘ session as part of the Assembly Hub 15 day intense training programme in Lagos on the 28 September 2018. The Assembly Hub is a diaspora-led organisation based in Lagos which provides business support and advice to creative entrepreneurs in Nigeria.

The Assembly wants to give fashion, beauty and creative entrepreneurs a fresh start with a 15-day intense training program in Lagos called The Creative Class. The training’s are designed to accelerate entrepreneurs in the fashion and creative sector with the essential knowledge and tools they require to start and grow a creative enterprise.

The session will focus on:
– Understanding your global customer
– Why customer service is king
– How to distinguish yourself from your competitor
– Why effective communication is key
– Pathways to selling

If you are interested in registering, please click here. The deadline for registering to participate is 10 September 2018.