Francophone Africa: Opportunities & Strategies

Written By George Meadows

Addleshaw Goddard is delighted to invite you to a unique event dedicated to the economic and strategic dynamics of Francophone African countries! 

Join us to explore the key challenges and opportunities currently impacting these countries, where experts and company representatives will share their insights and experiences.

  • Date: 23 June 2026

  • Time: 18:00 - 21:00

  • Location: Paris, France

Among the topics which will be discussed during this event:

  • An analysis of France’s new strategy in Africa following the France–Africa Summit in Nairobi;

  • The impact of geopolitical changes on the African continent;

  • A focus on sectors and growth drivers for the Francophone region; and

  • An overview of financing solutions and available mechanisms.

Speakers

  • BENOIT CHERVALIER, Founding President at BCH INVEST, Vice-president Africa at MEDEF International in charge of European Affairs, Chairman Africa network at Business Europe

  • MATTHIAS DE LARMINAT, Managing Director, Vivo Energy Morocco

  • Additional leading speakers will be announced shortly.

Moderators

  • IOANA KNOLL TUDOR, Partner, Addleshaw Goddard 

  • JACQUES DABRETEAU, Partner, Addleshaw Goddard

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