Kouakou Abissa, Atlantic Group and Yedau Ogoundele, CRRH-UEMOA on the Main Stage Inspire.

May 11, 2026 | 10:16 AM EAT - 10:28 AM EAT
Main Stage Inspire - AM

Summary :

Yedau Ogoundele and Kouakou Abissa discuss the critical need for social and economic transformation in West Africa, focusing on the region's housing deficit and the necessity of value-added industrialization. They argue that sustainable progress requires shifting from dialogue to concrete action through collaborative investment, local processing, and inclusive financial policies. Ultimately, they call for a unified continental effort to build a stable future for the next generation. This summary was generated by AI.

Presented by

Yedau Ogoundele

Kouakou Abissa

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