The 2024 U.S.-Africa Business Summit, hosted by the Corporate Council on Africa (CCA), was a landmark event held from May 6-9 in Dallas, Texas, bringing together over 1,500 public and private sector leaders from both the United States and Africa. Channel A TV had the privilege of covering this significant summit, providing extensive media coverage produced by Mr. Davies Chirwa, with French-language coverage hosted by the esteemed Congolese scientist Clarisse Falanga.
A Platform for Strategic Partnerships
The 16th U.S.-Africa Business Summit served as a vital platform for fostering sustainable business partnerships between the U.S. and Africa. The event attracted a diverse array of participants, including Heads of State, international investors, government officials, and multilateral stakeholders, all with a shared commitment to driving economic growth and development across the African continent.
The summit’s objective was clear: to enable leaders to connect with government and private sector decision-makers, facilitating discussions and collaborations that would pave the way for future investments and partnerships. Over the course of four days, attendees engaged in high-level dialogues, networking opportunities, and strategic discussions focused on strengthening U.S.-Africa economic ties.
Distinguished Attendees: A Gathering of Global Leaders
The summit featured an impressive lineup of distinguished leaders from both Africa and the United States. African Presidents in attendance included:
- H.E. Joseph Boakai, President of the Republic of Liberia
- H.E. Lazarus Chakwera, President of the Republic of Malawi
- H.E. Joao Lourenço, President of the Republic of Angola
- H.E. Mokgweetsi E. K. Masisi, President of the Republic of Botswana
- H.E. José Maria Neves, President of the Republic of Cabo Verde
- H.E. Kashim Shettima, Vice President of the Republic of Nigeria
- Hon. Nthomeng Majara, Deputy Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Lesotho
- Hon. David Sengeh, Chief Minister of the Republic of Sierra Leone
On the U.S. side, the summit was graced by the presence of key officials, including:
- Hon. Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield, Representative of the U.S.A. to the United Nations
- Hon. Ambassador Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative (USTR)
- Hon. Chair Reta Jo Lewis, President and Chair of the Board, U.S. Export-Import Bank (EXIM)
- Hon. Alice Albright, CEO, Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC)
- Hon. Travis Adkins, President & CEO, U.S. African Development Foundation (USADF)
- Hon. Enoh Ebong, Director, U.S. Trade & Development Agency (USTDA)
- Hon. Xochitl Torres Small, Deputy Secretary, U.S. Department of Agriculture
- Hon. Amos Hochstein, Senior Adviser to the President for Energy and Investment, The White House
- Hon. Stephen Benjamin, Senior Advisor to the President and Director of Public Engagement, The White House
- Hon. Richard Nelson, Power Africa Coordinator
- Hon. British Robinson, Prosper Africa Coordinator
- Hon. Dr. John N. Nkengasong, Ambassador-at-Large, U.S. Global AIDS Coordinator and Senior Bureau Official for Global Health Security and Diplomacy, Department of State
- Hon. Nisha Biswal, Deputy CEO, U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC)
- Amb. Geoff Pyatt, Assistant Secretary of State for Energy and Natural Resources, Department of State
- Hon. Joy Basu, Deputy Assistant Secretary – Africa, Department of State
- Hon. Thomas Bruns, Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Middle East and Africa, International Trade Administration, Department of Commerce
- Hon. Heather Lanigan, Regional Director for Sub-Saharan Africa, U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA)
These leaders and officials played a pivotal role in the discussions that shaped the future of U.S.-Africa business relations, highlighting the mutual benefits of collaboration and the importance of creating a conducive environment for investment and trade.
Channel A TV’s Comprehensive Coverage
Channel A TV’s coverage of the 2024 U.S.-Africa Business Summit was extensive and multifaceted, ensuring that the key moments and insights from the event were accessible to a global audience. The production, led by Davies Chirwa, captured the essence of the summit, from the high-level discussions to the networking sessions that fostered new business opportunities.
Additionally, Channel A TV provided French-language coverage of the summit, expertly hosted by Clarisse Falanga. Her in-depth analysis and interviews with key stakeholders offered valuable perspectives to the French-speaking audience, ensuring that the content was both informative and engaging.
Looking Ahead: Strengthening U.S.-Africa Economic Ties
The 2024 U.S.-Africa Business Summit in Dallas was more than just a gathering of leaders; it was a critical step towards deepening the economic ties between the United States and Africa. The discussions and partnerships formed during the summit are expected to lead to increased investment, innovation, and sustainable development across the African continent.
Channel A TV remains committed to covering such impactful events, providing its audience with high-quality content that highlights the importance of global collaboration and the potential for positive change through strategic partnerships.
As the summit concluded, the optimism for the future of U.S.-Africa relations was palpable, with leaders on both sides eager to continue building on the momentum generated in Dallas. Channel A TV looks forward to covering the progress and developments that will undoubtedly arise from this pivotal event.
