France–Africa cross-investment: talent as a strategic growth driver

May 11, 2026 | 11:00 AM EAT - 11:30 AM EAT
Agora Trust

Description

From African companies establishing in France to French firms scaling across Africa, this session highlights concrete cross-investment success stories and explores how talent mobility programmes are becoming key enablers of international growth strategies.

Presented by

Jimmy Coupé

Global Partnerships Manager

Olawale Rotimi

Fodé Kaera Yattabare

KAERA COSMETICS

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