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SUMMARY:ABC Connect: Unlocking Women and Technology
DESCRIPTION:We are very excited to present to you: ABC CONNECT: UNLOCKING WOMEN & TECHNOLOGY\, the ABC’s partner event with iSpace Foundation and The Radical Leap Company. \nOn Friday 28th March 2019\, at the ABC offices\, we are bringing together industry experts\, successful entrepreneurs and tech professionals with insights on unlocking potential in and for women in the tech industry. You can expect:\n• Industry knowledge from experienced professionals\n• Real-life stories of successful entrepreneurs\n• Tips on access to finance opportunities for tech start ups\n• Networking with technology insiders \nOur guest speakers will include Abake Adenle of AJA.LA Studios\, Noreen Makosewe of The Radical Leap Company and Kay Kukoyi Founder of Purposeful Products. \nThis exclusive event is limited to 20 seats\, click here to register now and don’t miss out!
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/abc-connect-unlocking-women-technology/
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SUMMARY:Doing Business in Zimbabwe Webinar
DESCRIPTION:You are exclusively invited to participate in a webinar hosted by the AFFORD Business Club (ABC)\, which will be focused on Doing Business in Zimbabwe. The speakers will include Na Ncube of The Global Native\, Busi Bango of EMPRETEC and Denise Rawls of AFFORD UK as a facilitator.  \nWe will be covering:\n• How to effectively set up your business\n• The realities of running a business in Zimbabwe\n• Challenges and opportunities for entrepreneurs\n• Where to go for assistance and guidance\nTo register for the session click here
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/doing-business-in-zimbabwe-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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SUMMARY:ABC Connect
DESCRIPTION:  \nABC Connect in February will be a partner event with Business Networking and Growth London an exciting networking and social event targeted at the ambitious Black business owner. In relaxed City settings\, come along with your business cards\, product samples etc. to network\, sell and build relationships with like-minded businesses. The event attracts business owners\, directors and senior management from a rich and diverse mix of business sectors. \nThe ABC Members will receive FREE tickets to attend this event and continue growing your network with like minded entrepreneurs. \nRegister here
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/abc-connect/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20190212T183000
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SUMMARY:Diaspora Professionals in Development and Humanitarian Spaces
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us on Tuesday 12 February 2019 at the Connecting Diaspora UK Networking Event “Diaspora professionals in development and humanitarian spaces” co-hosted by Shabaka\, the African Foundation for Development (AFFORD) and Centre of African Studies SOAS\, University of London. Connecting Diaspora UK is a networking event for diaspora professionals working in the development and humanitarian sectors. The aim is to build a constituency of African and Middle Eastern diaspora professionals to increase diversity in these sectors and facilitate collaborations between international organisations and the diaspora. \nIf you are: \n– Diaspora/migrant from Africa\, Near and the Middle East regions \n– Working or interested in international development and humanitarian sectors \n– Seeking to connect with those with similar interests in international development and humanitarian response \n– Seeking to gain an insight into the role and potential of diaspora communities in peace\, development and humanitarian response \nThen join us for this informal network event and build and strengthen new relationships! \nRegister here
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/diaspora-professionals-in-development-and-humanitarian-spaces/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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SUMMARY:ABC Connects Fashion With Africa
DESCRIPTION:ABC Connect is the AFFORD Business Club’s monthly networking event. It is an opportunity to network with members and gain some insight from experts in various fields. \nABC Connect in January 2019 will be a roundtable discussion focusing on the business of fashion in Africa and reaching wider markets. We will be hearing from industry experts\, successful designers and those with the finance to provide necessary insight to fashion entrepreneurs with their eye on Africa! \nOur guest speakers will include Jacqueline Shaw Director of Africa Fashion Guide\, Yemisi Mokuolu CEO of Hatch Africa and Aji Ayorinde Founder and Creative Director of MIA London. \nTopics covered will include:– Testimony from industry experts– Experience of successful designers– Access to finance opportunities– Networking with fashion insiders \nThis exclusive event is limited to 20 seats\, so register now and don’t miss out!
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/abc-connects-fashion-with-africa/
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SUMMARY:UK Visa Refusals for African Visitors
DESCRIPTION:Chi Onwurah MP\, Chair of the APPG for Africa\, invites you to a parliamentary meeting to discuss UK visa refusals for African visitors. \nOn Tuesday 22nd January from 6pm until 7.30pm in the Grimond Room\, Portcullis House\, House of Commons \nThe meeting provides an opportunity for guests from a diversity of sectors including academic\, cultural\, NGO \, health and business to share evidence with parliamentarians on the consistency and quality of the decision making of UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) for visa applications. Evidence will be presented to a panel of parliamentarians to feed into a policy brief in advance of APPG for Africa roundtable meeting with the UK Immigration Minister\, Caroline Nokes MP\, two weeks later. \nSome guests will be invited to formally present their evidence to the panel and advance notice will be given. Those not presenting to the panel will have the opportunity to submit written statements in advance of the meeting and to ask questions during the Q&A if time allows. \nWritten statements should be submitted as soon as possible to Hetty Bailey on baileyh@parliament.uk but no later than Tuesday 8th January. (NB- Statements should be succinct\, refer to the questions below\, be no longer than 1500 words and in Word document format). \n  \nThis meeting hopes to gather evidence and information from participants on the following questions: \n1) What is your experience of supporting African nationals in applying for visas for African nationals to conferences / events / business meetings/ training sessions in the UK? \n2) How many times have you supported African nationals to apply for a UK visa\, of whatever type? \n3) How many were rejected or approved? What were the most common grounds for refusal given? How many were granted\, but too late to allow the participant to attend? \n4) For those that reapplied\, how many were granted visas? What circumstances changed in their application? Did they resubmit with additional information? And did the visa arrive in time for them to attend the event? \n6) Have you seen any evidence of inconsistency in decision-making regarding visa applications? \n7) What do you understand to be the main barriers to submitting successful visa applications for African nationals? And can you estimate how many might have decided not to visit the UK because of the difficulty of obtaining a visa? \nNB- Please note that numerically presented evidence is particularly valuable. \nGuests are actively encouraged to invite their local Members of Parliament to attend the meeting and listen to the evidence. \n  \nA guest list will be in operation. If you are interested in participating please e-mail the APPG for Africa at baileyh@parliament.uk with your name\, role and organisation. \nThis meeting in being held in a collaboration between the APPG for Africa\, The Royal African Society\, AFFORD and the APPG for Malawi.
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/uk-visa-refusals-for-african-visitors/
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SUMMARY:Rwandan Diaspora in the UK 2018 Study Presentation - London & Coventry
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe 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. \nThe 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. \nRegister to attend the London event here \nRegister to attend the Coventry event at https://rwandadiasporacoventry.eventbrite.co.uk \nWho Should Attend \nThis event will be specifically about Rwanda and its diaspora and will be of particular interest to: \n\nThose from Rwanda\nThose interested in Rwanda or its diaspora\nThe African diaspora community\n\nThe Agenda \n18:00 Doors open \n18:30-18:40 Welcome and Introductions \n18:40-18:55 Overview of Rwanda’s Diaspora Policies\, Initiatives and Opportunities \n18:55 -19:05 Introduction of IOM Project and Background to the Mapping Exercise \n19:05- 19:20 Presentation of the mapping report ‘Rwandans in the UK: their skills base and engagement with Rwanda” \n19:20-19:40 Question and Answer Session \n19:40 -19:50 Insight and Response \n19:45-20:00 Diaspora Experiences – diaspora speakers to give an overview of their respective diaspora initiatives in Rwanda and/or the UK \n20:00-20:10 Diaspora professional skills and investment opportunities in Rwanda \n20:10-20:15 Closing Remarks \n20:15-21.00 Refreshments and Networking
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/rwandan-diaspora-in-the-uk-2018-study-presentation-london/
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20181122T173000
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SUMMARY:AFFORD Business Club legal clinics with Morrison & Foerster LLP
DESCRIPTION:Following on from the success of the ABC Legal Seminar on Thursday 20th September \, AFFORD Business Club are offering members access to an exclusive series of Legal Clinics with experienced lawyers from an internationally-renowned law firm\, Morrison and Foerster LLP. \nThe Clinics will be an opportunity to have a one-to-one consultation with a specialist lawyer in your area of work\, who will provide pro-bono advice and guidance on any legal concerns or queries you may have. This could cover any of the following topic areas: \n\nTypes of business organisation\, sole trader\, partnership\, company\, charitable status\nContracts\, formation\, effect and enforceability\, standard terms and exclusion clauses\nEssentials of relevant employment law\nTax considerations for entrepreneurs\nAvenues for conflict and dispute resolution\nIntellectual Property\nInternational trade: Import and Export\n\nThe dates of these clinics are as follows: \n\nThursday 22nd November 2018\nThursday 6th December 2018\n\nIf you are interested in attending any of the legal clinics and would like to join AFFORD Business Club click here. 
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/afford-business-club-legal-clinics-with-morrison-foerster-llp/
CATEGORIES:Legal sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20181114T133000
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SUMMARY:#DiasporaTransformers- Facebook live discussion celebrating the impact of African diaspora entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:This year we are celebrating Global Entrepreneurship week #GEW2018 from 12th-18th November 2018 by showcasing the impact that diaspora entrepreneurs have towards development in Africa on all our social media channels. Follow #diasporatransformers to get updates and join the conversation on the importance of African diaspora entrepreneurship. \nWe are also hosting a series of Facebook Live roundtable discussions which will take place from Wednesday 14th November 2018 at 1:30pm. The discussions will focus on exploring the impact diaspora entrepreneurs are making towards development in Africa and provide up and coming entrepreneurs with advice on how to start and maintain a successful diaspora business. \nSpecial guests include:  \n\nBashair Ahmed\, Founder of Shabaka Enteprise \nAnnette Fisher\, Partner at FA Global \nYasmin Botchway\, Blogger & YouTuber \nMariatu Turay\, Founder of Gitas Portal  \nTobi Oludayomi\, Co-founder of Studio 14\n\nLike and Follow us on Facebook to join! \n 
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/diasporatransformers-facebook-live-discussion-celebrating-the-impact-of-african-diaspora-entrepreneurs/
CATEGORIES:Round tables
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20181003T180000
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SUMMARY:Beam Talks- Applications of Blockchain Technology in Sierra Leone
DESCRIPTION:Beam Talks is Smiling Through Light’s UK initiative which showcases the diverse career routes of Sierra Leonean women living in the UK\, focusing on the applications of Blockchain Technology in Sierra Leone. The event will take place on the 3rd October 2018 and provide a space where role models can discuss their achievements\, experiences and challenges with a new generation of change-makers. \nThe event will consist of a presentation\, panel session and audience Q&A. \nThe discussion will cover: \n\nApplications of Blockchain Technology in Sierra Leone.\nAchievements\, experiences and challenges with a new generation of change-makers.\nContributions of the Sierra Leonean community in the UK.\nUpdate on Smiling Through Light’s activities – access to clean energy in Sierra Leone\n\nWhy you should attend \nYou will have the chance to hear stories and experiences of an incredible panel of diverse people. Through discussion and debate\, we’ll challenge misconceptions about Sierra Leone\, foster greater awareness and change narratives about the country. \nFind out more about the event & register to attend by clicking here. 
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/beam-talks-applications-of-blockchain-technology-in-sierra-leone/
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181005
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SUMMARY:Best of Nigeria Investment Expo 2018 (BONNIE 2018)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe 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. \nGuests will have the opportunity to: \n\nDiscuss investment opportunities across various sectors\nGain brand exposure with global institutions and private investors\nNetwork with peers and potential investors\nReceive first class advice on business investment opportunities\n\nIf you are interested in attending\, please click here to get your free ticket.  \nAFFORD 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.
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/best-of-nigeria-investment-expo-2018-bonnie-2018/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20180928T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20180928T170000
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SUMMARY:International Customers and Relationships Creative Enterprise Programme
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe 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. \nThe session will focus on:\n– Understanding your global customer\n– Why customer service is king\n– How to distinguish yourself from your competitor\n– Why effective communication is key\n– Pathways to selling \nIf you are interested in registering\, please click here. The deadline for registering to participate is 10 September 2018.
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/3529/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20180926T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20180926T170000
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SUMMARY:Third Diaspora Investment & Policy Forum in Nigeria
DESCRIPTION:The Enterprise Development Centre (EDC)\, in partnership with AFFORD\, is hosting the Third Diaspora Investment Policy Forum in Lagos (Nigeria). The event will focus on building successful diaspora businesses in Nigeria through the provision of tailored and effective support from business development institutions\, local government and regulatory bodies\, private sector and other stakeholders in the SME sector. \nThe topics covered throughout the forum will include: \n\nTackling barriers to investment\nMaintaining business integrity\nFinding financial solutions to challenges\nGeneral business support and advice\n\nThe Forum is an invitation-only event\, and so if you are interested in attending or require more information please email Katharine Baxter at katharine@afford-uk.org.
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/third-diaspora-investment-policy-forum-in-nigeria/
CATEGORIES:Forums
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20180920T173000
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SUMMARY:ABC Legal Seminar with Morrison & Foerster LLP
DESCRIPTION:The AFFORD Business Club (ABC) has joined with Morrison & Foerster LLP\, an international law firm\, to provide a free event for businesses\, charities and social enterprises to give you insight into what you need to know and do legally for your business. \nAre you trying to figure out the best structure for your enterprise? \nIs tax causing you confusion and frustration? \nAre your contracts and agreements with staff and service providers really protecting you? \nThis seminar will look at these areas and more including: \n• Types of business organisation\, sole trader\, partnership\, company\, charitable status\n• Contracts\, formation\, effect and enforceability\, standard terms and exclusion clauses\n• Essentials of relevant employment law\n• Tax considerations for entrepreneurs\n• Avenues for conflict and dispute resolution\n• Intellectual Property\n• International trade: Import and Export \nThis free seminar is a vital session providing information on key legal areas of interest no matter what stage your organisation is at. It will help you identify areas of support that you didn’t know you needed! \nThis will also be an excellent opportunity for you to meet the team of lawyers who will be providing free one to one sessions for our ABC members. Come and find out about the other benefits and assistance you would receive if you became an AFFORD Business Club (ABC) member. \nWhether you are a business\, a charitable organisation or an entrepreneur\, make sure you don’t miss out on this essential legal support opportunity! \nThe deadline to register is Tuesday 18th September 2018\, and please note seats are very limited for this event so please register early to avoid disappointment. \nTo register for free please click on the link here.  \nIf you have any questions please contact katharine@afford-uk.org
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/abc-legal-clinic-with-morrison-foerster-llp/
CATEGORIES:Legal sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20180913T180000
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SUMMARY:How to Get Featured by the Media
DESCRIPTION:In this comprehensive business seminar small business owners\, professionals and entrepreneurs will learn how to undertake their own media campaigns and get media attention for their personal and business brands. \nCore elements of the seminar will include: \n\nUnderstanding different types of media – The various layers and types of media.\nUnderstanding PR and the media\, and the impact it has on business growth.\nTelling Your Business Story – How to write a great press release with a winning headline.\nMedia Training – Tips on preparing for media exposure\nCrisis Management – Tips on how to handle a crisis in the media spotlight\nHow To Use Media Coverage To Grow Your Brand – Using media coverage to attract new customers and clients\nIdentifying Your Audience – Learn how to position the brand to get the right press in front of the right audience.\nUse Social Media To Make An Impact – Pinpointing the best social media platforms necessary to amplify the brand.\n\nRonke Lawal\, Founder of Ariatu PR is dedicated to seeing small business shine and succeed\, using over a decade of business experience she will be giving business owners an overview of understanding different types of media and how use media coverage to grow your brand. \nAFFORD’s Business Club members will benefit from 40% discount. Send an email to events@afford-uk.org to find out more. \nFor further info click here. 
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/how-to-get-featured-by-the-media/
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:AFFORD Rwanda Trade Mission Briefing Session
DESCRIPTION:AFFORD Business Club is  in the process of organising a Trade Mission to Rwanda for diaspora entrepreneurs and investors on the 26th November 2018 to 30th November 2018 (TBC). This period has been chosen as it coincides with the Rwanda Trade Expo focused on Made in Rwanda products. This will be a great opportunity to carry out market research\, locate partners and identify gaps in the market that your products and services could respond to. \nThe Trade Mission will aim to:\n– Expose UK diaspora businesses to opportunities in Rwanda\n– Facilitate introductions for possible business partnerships\n– Highlight the services and products of UK businesses\n– Showcase opportunities within Rwanda to UK businesses \nThe offer:\nDelegates will have the opportunity to attend and have showcase space at Rwanda’s largest Trade Expo. Attendees will meet potential partners and clients as well as visit key business sites in Kigali. \nDelegates will also benefit from:\n– Pre-trip meeting to give background and insight into doing business and business opportunities in Rwanda\n– Post-trip connection follow up assistance\n– Opportunity to participate in social media live sessions to share experience and reach greater audiences \nThe event will start at 18:30 sharp. Please get there for 18:00 in order to to get enough to time to meet and network with other participants. Light refreshments will be served.  \nClick here to register for a free ticket. 
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/rwanda-trade-mission-briefing-session/
CATEGORIES:Trade research missions
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SUMMARY:MADE West Africa Webinar: Call for Proposals Ghana & Sierra Leone
DESCRIPTION:The Migration and Development West Africa project\, Partnership for a Governance of Migration and Rights-Based Mobility\, also known as MADE West Africa is funded by the European Commission and implemented by ICMC Europe (International Catholic Migration Commission)\, AFFORD (African Foundation for Development)\, the Centre for Migration Studies (University of Ghana) and FORIM (Forum of International Organizations of Migration Issues) \nMADE West Africa has opened a call for proposals from organisations whose actions promote the positive potential of migrants for development from Ghana and Sierra Leone. \nThe call for proposals particularly concerns maximizing the contribution of diaspora to effectively support development and job creation in Ghana or Sierra Leone. It is part of a series of actions implemented by AFFORD in partnership with local organisations. AFFORD will be hosting a free 1 hour webinar on Tuesday 14th August at 4pm available to anyone interested in applying. The webinar will include: \n• An introduction to the work and objectives of AFFORD and MADE Network\n• An overview of the application process\n• Criteria for eligibility and selection process\n• Top tips for a successful application \nIf you would like to take part in this free webinar\, please fill in the form here.
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/made-west-africa-webinar-call-for-proposals-ghana-sierra-leone/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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SUMMARY:From Locally Known to Global Brands
DESCRIPTION:  \nAfrican Diaspora and Development Day (AD3) is now in its 18th year\, with a reputation as the most prestigious event that brings together African Diasporas living in the UK. It also serves as a platform for networking and sharing of knowledge\, information and best practice\, with UK\, African and other multi-lateral policymakers. \n  \nAD3 2018’s theme will be exploring the question ‘From locally known to global brands – Where are all the global African brands?’ To gain answers to this question we will hear from 3 industry experts share their experience and knowledge about:\n– Branding of African goods and services\n– Scalability of African businesses\n– Longevity of African industry – dealing with Founder’s syndrome \nAFFORD would like to invite you to attend\, benefit from our experienced speakers and network with like minded people. \nClick here to register for a free ticket. \nKey speakers on the day will include: \n \nAde Daramy- Chair \nAde Daramy is current Chairman of Trustees at AFFORD and works for the British government in a media advisory role. Ade has over 35 years experience working in broadcast and print journalism. He has worked as editor for Journal of Sierra Leone Studies\, editor in chief for Promota Africa magazine\, radio and TV Broadcaster for BBC World Service and works as a consultant on African Diaspora affairs. Ade was educated in both Sierra Leone and the UK and is the founder member of the Sierra Leone Diaspora Network and the Sierra Leone- UK Diaspora Ebola Response Taskforce (SLUKDERT). \n  \n \nPumela Salela- Brand South Africa \nPumela Salela is the current head of Brand South Africa in the UK- the custodian of the South Africa country brand. Her role is to market South Africa in the UK and attract foreign direct investment into South Africa. Prior to serving in this role\, Pumela was the Chief Director for Economic Policy Development and Planning at the Department of Economic Development in South Africa. \nMs Salela holds various consultancy and advisory positions for a variety of organisations including: board member of the Global Sourcing Council\, ambassador for Sustainable and Socially Responsible Outsourcing in Africa\, Executive Committee member of the Tri-Sister City Alliance\, advisory council member of the World BPO Forum and works as a BPO/ITes Consultant for the World Bank. \n \nPaul Asquith- Reaching and Understanding Communities\, IOM Rwanda Mapping Project \nPaul Asquith currently works as Engagement and Policy manager for AFFORD. Since 2012 Paul has helped develop and coordinate ADEPT\, a network of African diaspora groups based in 30 European states that are active in development across a range of sectors in 54 African states. \nPaul has 20 years’ experience of managing community development and public health projects\, and conducting research in Africa\, Europe\, and the UK. For ten years Paul commissioned and managed specialist public health and treatment services in London for vulnerable groups including drug and alcohol users and sex-workers\, with a particular focus on HIV and TB prevention. Paul is also a Research Associate at the Centre of African Studies\, SOAS\, University of London\, where his research interests include: diasporas\, migration\, development\, culture\, health\, and migrant communities; Islamic models of development in North Africa and the Horn; and Islamic education and development in Ethiopia. \n \n Henry Thompson- Scalability of African Businesses\, Key Challenges & Opportunities \nHenry Thompson is the project consultant for the Africa programme at Chatham House. Prior to this\, Henry managed a DFID-funded rural development and research programme in Namibia; he then worked for JICA for four years covering Africa from London. During this time\, his two main areas of expertise were developed: rural development in Angola\, and humanitarian mine action. Henry subsequently worked in the Angola business unit of BP as a community affairs advisor. \nHenry started out in rural development\, promoting and applying the sustainable and equitable use of natural resources in arid and semi arid regions. In the 80’s he worked on commercial irrigation projects in the Arabian Gulf\, but moved to examine desert ecology in the Negev.
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/from-locally-known-to-global-brands/
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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SUMMARY:How To Build Your Personal Brand
DESCRIPTION:  \nIn this high impact seminar Ronke Lawal will be providing strategic insight into how individuals can boost their personal brands. This is ideal for business owners\, entrepreneurs or professionals who want to raise their corporate visibility and business credibility. Delegates will learn how to make more of an impact within their sectors both online via social media and offline at networking events or through public speaking opportunities. Ronke will also use PR tactics to show delegates how to use raise their personal brands effectively\, develop effective relationships and build a community of personal brand ambassadors who will champion them throughout their career or business journeys. \n\nThe Power of A Personal brand – how having a strong personal brand can make an impact on your overall marketing strategy and open up new opportunities in your business or career journey.\nUsing PR to enhance your profile – Using public relations strategies to enhance your public profile.\nIdentifying your values & Knowing your purpose – Understanding what your brand is and how you can maintain your integrity and authenticity.\nSocial Media strategy – How to use social media platforms to raise your visibility.\nPublic Speaking Tips – Advice and guidance on becoming a more confident public speaker.\nMeasuring Success – Assessing Long term goals and celebrating success.\n\nRonke Lawal\, Founder of Ariatu PR is dedicated to seeing small business shine and succeed\, using over a decade of business experience she will be giving business owners an overview of how to use PR to gain media coverage and ultimately grow their business. \nAFFORD’s Business Club members will benefit from 40% discount. Send an email to events@afford-uk.org to find out more. \nMore info here \n 
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/how-to-build-your-personal-brand/
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:The Africa Blue Economy Forum 2018
DESCRIPTION:On 7-8 June 2018\, London will be celebrating the World Oceans Day by hosting the first edition of the Africa Blue Economy Forum (ABEF). \nRecognising Blue Economy as a major source of wealth and prosperity for the continent\, the forum will bring together government officials as well as high-level experts\, investors\, businesses\, policy leaders\, international organisations\, civil society\, public institutions and other opinion leaders to highlight and debate on the wide range of opportunities emerging from Africa’s aquatic and marine spaces. \nThe Africa Blue Economy Forum (ABEF) 2018 will bring together government ministers\, business leaders\, ocean experts and environmental and maritime organisations\, to discuss the economic contribution of the African oceans. \nA Governments Panel will address how to bring the blue economy into mainstream national and regional development plans. Speakers include HE Aziz Rabbah\, Minister of Energy\, Mines and Sustainable Development\, Kingdom of Morocco and HE Derick Ally\, High Commissioner to the UK\, Republic of Seychelles\, whose government is already implementing a National Blue Economy Roadmap. \nMore info here 
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/the-africa-blue-economy-forum-2018/
CATEGORIES:Forums
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SUMMARY:Overprincipled and underperforming: the Global Compact for Migration and the challenge to multilateralism
DESCRIPTION:Event co-hosted by the LSE Institute of Global Affairs and the Firoz Lalji Centre for Africa. \nIn the lead to the current UN intergovernmental negotiations for a Global Compact for Safe\, Orderly and Regular Migration (GCM)\, Professor Gibril Faal published a paper entitled ‘Overprincipled and underperforming’.  At this lecture\, he will use the GCM negotiations to illustrate the need for a practice-based approach to multilateral agreements\, at a time when multilateralism itself seem to be under attack. He situates the discourse in the context of implementing the Sustainable Development Goals\, and proposes an ‘Agreement-Implementation Matrix’ as framework to move from policy to practice. \nGibirl Faal is a member of AFFORD’s Board of Trustees and a Visiting Professor in Practice at the Institute of Global Affairs and a multidisciplinary business and development executive. He was one of the global leaders who spoke at the 2016 UN Summit for Refugees and Migrants\, which led to negotiations for a Global Compact on Migration. \nFor more info and to book your ticket\, click here .
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/overprincipled-and-underperforming-the-global-compact-for-migration-and-the-challenge-to-multilateralism/
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Africa Tech Summit London
DESCRIPTION:Africa Tech Summit London (ATSLDN) is a leading African tech event in Europe providing unrivaled insight and networking with the African tech ecosystem. \nThe 3rd annual event will once again bring together tech leaders\, international investors\, entrepreneurs\, African governments\, trade bodies\, media and leading ventures to drive investment and business. \nLearn from 50 expert speakers and investors with passion\, knowledge and experience from across Africa who share key insights\, opportunities and trends from the African tech and investment ecosystem. \nWho Attends? \nLast year ATSLDN brought together the who’s who from the African ecosystem under one roof. Attendees included IFC\, Savannah Fund\, Atlas Mara\, FNB\, Opera Software\, BRCK\, South Africa DTI\, Orange Digital Ventures\, Leapfrog Investments\, Barclays\, TechStars\, MEST\, Standard Chartered\, Worldreader\, Linklaters\, Mobi Hunter\, Singularity Investments\, Quona Capital\, BitPesa\, BBC Africa\, African Business and Newsweek to name but a few. \n  \nFor more info and to register visit: https://www.africatechsummit.com/london/ and use code AFFORD for 30% off ticket prices
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/africa-tech-summit-london/
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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SUMMARY:SMART Technology for SMEs
DESCRIPTION:AFFORD Business Club (ABC) aims to support job creation in Africa by providing business development support to African diaspora entrepreneurs who seek to develop or launch their businesses in Africa. \nThe SMART Technology industry is worth £14 trillion pounds. Whilst the UK commands 20% of the current market\, it is forecast that 50% of the global growth in this industry will come from African SMEs. Lagos Nigeria is the first African SMART city. Operating in housing\, industry\, transport\, environment and communications\, there are numerous opportunities for SMEs to provide services for the SMART technology sector . \nThe programme will be delivered by Ervine Okuboh\, Business Adviser for AFFORD. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/smart-technology-for-smes/
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:ABC Business Support Programmes 2018 – Financial Management
DESCRIPTION:AFFORD Business Club (ABC) aims to support job creation in Africa by providing business development support to African diaspora entrepreneurs who seek to develop or launch their businesses in Africa. \nThis programme would provide the participant /learner with basic information and learning tools which will enable him/her to undertake competent financial management of their business. The content would cover cashflow forecasting\,profit & loss\, budgeting\, audit and access to finance. The programme provides an understanding of the principles of financial management\, acquiring budgeting skills and increasing your knowledge of cash flow management. \nThe programme will be delivered in Manchester by Ted Rowlands\, Senior Business Mentor at Start-up Direct. \nTed Rowlands has worked with SME companies for over thirty five years. During this period he has worked as a senior manager with Natwest\, managed three major business trusts and is now a Senior Business Mentor for Start-up Direct\, the UK’s largest start up finance company. A successful and energetic Senior Manager\, with extensive experience in working with S.M.E’s\, he is an established\, qualified and respected business adviser. In addition he has long standing experience and knowledge of establishing African owned businesses in the UK. He has successfully led business programmes in Liverpool\, Manchester and London\, from 1985 to the present date. During this period Ted has also formally advised successive UK governments about inner city business development.
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/abc-business-support-programmes-2018-financial-management/
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:ABC Business Support Programmes 2018: Develop Your Marketing Strategy
DESCRIPTION:  \nAFFORD Business Club (ABC) aims to support job creation in Africa by providing business development support to African diaspora entrepreneurs who seek to develop or launch their businesses in Africa. \nThis programme will provide 5 key pillars that every business needs to develop a marketing strategy: \n\nCustomers\nSMART goals (Specific\, Measurable\, Achievable\, Realistic & Timely)\nStrategies\nBudget and Resources\nEvaluation\n\nThis half day masterclass is suitable for anyone wanting to successfully implement marketing and PR in-house to increase their businesses profit and impact. In the session you will learn who your customers are\, easy ways to reach those customers and what they want to know about your business offer. \nThe programme will be delivered by Denise Rawls\, Business Adviser for AFFORD.
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/abc-business-support-programmes-2018-develop-your-marketing-strategy/
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:ABC Training 2018: International Trade and Development
DESCRIPTION:AFFORD Business Club (ABC) aims to support job creation in Africa by providing business development support to African diaspora entrepreneurs who seek to develop or launch their businesses in Africa. \nThis programme will assist SMEs to understand the practical issues regarding international trade. Participants will be given information on key subjects\, including tariffs\, trading blocs\, business regulation and market information. \n  \nTraining Content: \n• International Markets\n• Sources of Information\n• Trade Regulations and tariffs\n• Documentation\n• Letter of credit\n• Customs Procedures\n• Trading blocs\n• Types of Trade\n• Brexit\n• Agents and Distributors\n• Importing\n• Exporting\n• Services \nThe programme will be delivered by Ervine Okuboh and Albert Tucker\, Business Advisers for AFFORD. Albert and Ervine have a wealth of experience undertaking and implementing international trade programmes and also providing business advisory services to SMEs undertaking international trade. \nParticipants will be given information on key subjects\, including tariffs\, trading blocs\, business regulation and market information. This programme will assist SMEs to understand the practical issues regarding international trade\, be aware of the rules and regulations of international trade and give the participants a greater understanding and knowledge of global growth markets and the support structures available to SMEs.
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/abc-training-2018-international-trade-and-development/
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:The UN Global Compact on Migration (GCM) – How do we manage migration for the benefit of all?
DESCRIPTION:The APPG DDM aims to promote parliamentary and public understanding of the key issues affecting diaspora communities in the UK\, and to expand and enhance their contributions to the international development agenda. \nDue to the UK’s history as a country that has long welcomed refugees and migrants\, and is home to long-standing and vibrant diaspora and migrant communities\, the country has an important role to play in informing and shaping international agreements on how we manage migration better in the future. \nThe APPG DDM is holding its first meeting of the 2017-2018 schedule to consider diaspora and migrant perspectives from the UK on the Global Compact on Migration (GCM). \n  \nSpeakers include: \n– Erica Usher\, Senior Policy Advisor on the GCM at IOM in Geneva \n– Mona Sadeq\, Deputy Head of Mission to UK & Ireland at ICRC  \n– Onyekachi Wambu\, Executive Director at AFFORD \nThe meeting will be chaired by Jeremy Lefroy MP. \nOther speakers will include representatives of African\, Asian\, and Latin American diaspora and migrant organisations involved in development and humanitarian response. \n  \nThe Secretariat of the APPG DDM is provided by AFFORD UK. \nFor further information or in case of any questions\, please do not hesitate to contact Paul Asquith by email at: paul@afford-uk.org  or by phone on +4407855036817.
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/the-un-global-compact-on-migration-gcm-how-do-we-manage-migration-for-the-benefit-of-all/
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SUMMARY:Fundraising for Diaspora Initiatives – Grants\, Bids\, and Crowdfunding
DESCRIPTION:In an environment where there are increasing constraints on funding and resources\, diaspora groups are having to work harder to raise funds and mobilise resources. ‘Brexit’ might exacerbate these trends as European Union funds may no longer be available for UK based civil society and diaspora groups. \nThis practical event aims to showcase potential sources of funding to diaspora groups and how best to access these resources. \nYou will be presented with the opportunity to meet leading UK funders and learn more about different approaches to fundraising and how to join the AFFORD-GlobalGiving Diaspora Crowdfunding Campaign. \nAFFORD has partnered with GlobalGiving\, a leading global crowdfunding platform\, to enable African diaspora organisations based in the UK to fundraise for their activities in Africa. \nWe are inviting African diaspora organisations across the UK to mobilise their supporters to raise at least £5000 each for their community development or social enterprise projects in their countries of interest or heritage. Our Diaspora Crowdfunding Campaign will leverage an additional 25% in Gift Aid to all funds raised. Plus the 3 most successful campaigns will receive bonus prizes on top of their final amounts. \nSpeakers: \n– Comfort Osilaja\, Grants Manager at the Commonwealth Foundation \n– Comic Relief\, Speaker to be confirmed \n– Eleanor Harrison OBE\, CEO of GlobalGiving’s UK office \n– Onyekachi Wambu\, Director at AFFORD \n  \nThis event is open to any African diaspora groups based in the UK and interested in accessing funds for their development activities. \nUnfortunately AFFORD is not able to sponsor participants travel. However\, the event will be broadcast on Facebook Live for anyone outside of London wishing to follow the discussion.
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/fundraising-for-diaspora-initiatives-grants-bids-and-crowdfunding/
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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SUMMARY:ABC Training 2018: SME Procurement and Tendering
DESCRIPTION:AFFORD Business Club (ABC) aims to support job creation in Africa by providing business development support to African diaspora entrepreneurs who seek to develop or launch their businesses in Africa. \nSME companies are the driving force behind the UKs economy. The opportunities for SMEs to win public contracts has increased significantly over the last ten years\, with Government setting a target of 25% of its contracts to be delivered by SME companies. However\, only a minority of small businesses successfully win public sector contracts. This is due to lack of knowledge\, and experience in tendering procedures. \nThis session will provide a one day snapshot of the following key elements of tendering: \n– Procurement policies\n– Procedures and structures\n– Tendering practices\n– Preparing to tender\n– Tender guidance\n– Bidding techniques\n– Developing the bid\n– Producing the bid \nParticipants will be given an insight into the tendering process; gain an understanding of the chronological steps to tendering and learn how to tender for public-private sector contracts. \nThe programme will be delivered by Ervine Okuboh\, the Business Adviser for AFFORD. Ervine has previously successfully established a number of SME procurement programmes for the Greater London Authority\, Liverpool City Council and Leeds City Council.
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/abc-training-2018-sme-procurement-and-tendering/
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:ABC Business Training Programme 2017 - Grow Your Social Enterprise
DESCRIPTION:AFFORD Business Club will be holding the first round of business training programmes for its members. The programmes will commence in late November through to February 2018. The first three programmes will be held on the following days: \nFinance\nThursday 30 November 2017 from 10.30am to 4.30pm (Deadline for registration 22 Nov 2017) \nMarketing\nWednesday\, 6 December 2017 from 1 pm to 4 pm (Deadline for registration 29 Nov 2017) \nGrow Your Social Enterprise\nWednesday\, 13 December 2017 from 1 pm to 4 pm (Deadline for registrationn 6 Dec 2017) \nThese programmes will be delivered by industry experts and will be held at the Business Resource Centre at the AFFORD office. \n Register here
URL:https://afford-uk.org/event/abc-business-training-programme-2017-grow-your-social-enterprise/
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