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Leveraging the Economic Potential of the African Continent
Berlin Global Dialogue
Berlin Global Dialogue: Seizing the Momentum – Leveraging the Economic Potential of the African Continent
Our roundtable during the first edition of Berlin Global Dialogue gathered business and policy leaders.
Salon: Leveraging the Economic Potential of the African Continent
September 29, 2023
ESMT Berlin
The African continent is gaining economic and geopolitical importance. Africa is home to the world’s youngest and fastest-growing population, burgeoning cities, and bold innovations, forging a great economic potential.
Through a dialogue with business and policy leaders, we discuss opportunities and drivers of economic growth on the African continent, while discussing the main roadblocks.
Selected Speakers
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Rhoda Berger, r.berger@globalperspectives.org
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