Doha: Qatar Chamber will organize the first edition of the 'Gulf-Africa Businesswomen's Forum' from May 5-6, 2025, to showcase investment opportunities in the Gulf and African markets. The forum, held in collaboration with Al Maraya Exhibition and Conferences Company, aims to foster economic partnerships among businesswomen and facilitate the exchange of experiences and knowledge on entrepreneurship and sustainable development.
According to Qatar News Agency, Ibtihaj Al Ahmadani, Qatar Chamber board member and President of the Qatari Businesswomen Forum, stated that the forum presents a valuable opportunity to discuss key issues and challenges facing cooperation between Gulf and African businesswomen. She highlighted Africa as an attractive investment destination across various sectors, noting the growing Gulf interest in expanding investments in the continent.
Al Ahmadani emphasized that the forum focuses on strengthening collaboration among businesswomen, which is a priority for Qatar Chamber. She stressed that the Qatari Businesswomen Forum places great importance on supporting women entrepreneurs and paving the way for them to play a vital role in the Qatari economy.
Ali Bu Sherbak Al Mansouri underscored the Chamber's commitment to sponsoring this forum, which brings together businesswomen from the Gulf and Africa to discuss opportunities for cooperation and explore investment prospects. He noted that this sponsorship reflects the Chamber's interest in supporting businesswomen and enhancing their role in economic development. He added that the forum will serve as a platform for fostering communication, opening new horizons for trade and investment cooperation.
Jaber Al Mansouri, CEO of Al Maraya Exhibitions and Conferences, expected wide participation from the Gulf Cooperation Council countries and African countries. He noted that the forum's objectives extend beyond networking and meetings, aiming to establish lasting bridges for future cooperation in trade and investment within women's entrepreneurship.
The forum will host former and current African senior officials along with several female CEOs of major African companies. It will feature a series of panel discussions aimed at reviewing success stories and highlighting promising sectors that could offer investment opportunities for businesswomen from both the Gulf and Africa.