African Free Trade & Special Economic Zones Administration Masterclass
Theme: “Digital Transformation for Smart Zone Administration: Enhancing Efficiency, Transparency, and Investment Competitiveness”.
- Batch B: Accra, Ghana | 16 – 22 November 2025
- Batch C: Dakar, Senegal | 7 – 13 December 2025
Rationale & Overview
Africa’s Free Trade Zones (FTZs) and Special Economic Zones (SEZs) are vital engines for industrialization, export growth, job creation, and economic diversification. UNCTAD (2024) reports that the continent attracted over $20 billion in FDI into its zones in the past five years, yet many zones continue to underperform due to productivity gaps, regulatory inefficiencies, and limited digital infrastructure. Strengthening the administrative and governance capacity of these zones is critical for unlocking sustainable economic impact and enhancing Africa’s role in global trade.
African Free Trade & Special Economic Zones Administration Masterclass
Why Attend?
Participants will:
- Master Digital Governance: Implement technology-driven systems for efficient, transparent FTZ/SEZ administration.
- Drive Investment & Compliance: Apply strategies to attract investment and ensure regulatory alignment in a digital-first environment.
- Benchmark Best Practices: Adopt high-impact operational models from continental and global smart zones.
- Align with AfCFTA Standards: Facilitate seamless intra-African trade and cross-border investment.
- Build Strategic Networks: Connect with regulators, investors, and technology partners to expand influence and collaboration.
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Key Focus Area
Africa’s Financial Leadership & Capital Markets
Digital Transformation & Fintech Innovations
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) & Economic Growth
Sustainable & Green Finance
African Free Trade & Special Economic Zones Administration Masterclass
Programme Methodology
The Masterclass combines:
- Expert Briefings: Insights on digital administration, governance, and policy alignment in FTZs/SEZs.
- Sector-Specific Case Studies: Practical applications of digital transformation in zone operations.
- Hands-On Workshops: AI, IoT, blockchain, and predictive analytics for operational efficiency.
- Executive Roundtables: Peer discussions on policy, investment, and strategic management.
African Free Trade & Special Economic Zones Administration Masterclass
Expected Outcomes
By the end of the Masterclass, participants will be able to:
- Implement technology-driven frameworks for efficient zone governance.
- Deploy digital strategies to enhance investor confidence and cross-border trade.
- Reduce operational inefficiencies, delays, and compliance risks using smart data analytics.
- Influence national and regional trade policy aligned with AfCFTA digital trade objectives.
- Position their agencies and zones as globally competitive, digitally enabled hubs.
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Target Audience
The forum will attract key players in Africa’s financial sector, including:
- African Ministers of Finance and Central Bank Governors.
- CEOs and CFOs of major African financial institutions.
- Leading executives in fintech, banking, and asset management.
- Global investors, venture capitalists, and private equity firms.
- Policymakers from multilateral institutions such as the World Bank and IMF.
- Development finance institutions and regional economic bodies.
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African Free Trade & Special Economic Zones Administration Masterclass
Who Should Attend?
This selective programme targets policymakers, senior executives, and regulators, including:
- Managing Directors and Executive Directors of FTZs/SEZs
- Heads of Investment Promotion and Trade Agencies
- Directors and Heads of Operations, ICT, Legal & Regulatory Affairs
- Senior Compliance, Policy, and Logistics Officers
- Regional Operations Strategists and Policy Advisors
African Free Trade & Special Economic Zones Administration Masterclass
Registration Fees
US$3,100 per participant, including:
- Full access to Masterclass sessions led by global anti-corruption leaders, investigators, and digital governance experts
- Certificate of Participation and comprehensive digital training materials
- Breakfast, lunch, and refreshments during the sessions
- Professional tablet preloaded with tools, case studies, and resources
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The US – Africa Non-Oil Trade & Investment Forum offer premium sponsorship opportunities, allowing organizations to:
- Showcase their brand to high-level finance professionals and policymakers.
- Gain visibility among Africa’s most influential financial leaders.
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The US – Africa Non-Oil Trade & Investment Forum will take place on 27-28 November 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. The event will be hybrid, with both in-person and virtual attendance options, ensuring a global audience can participate.
Whether you are a business leader, investor, policymaker, or entrepreneur, this is your opportunity to be part of a transformative movement. Together, we can build bridges, drive diversification, and unlock new horizons for US-Africa trade.
The future of US-Africa trade lies in diversification, innovation, and collaboration. The US – Africa Non-Oil Trade & Investment Forum will serve as a catalyst for this transformation, bringing together the brightest minds and boldest ideas to shape a more prosperous and sustainable future.
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