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2025

Accra International Conference Center, Accra, Ghana
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CONFERENCE

You’re invited to join West Africa’s conference and networking event for professionals in the transport and logistics sectors. As the most anticipated gathering of industry experts, innovators, and thought leaders, this conference is your gateway to unlocking new opportunities, gaining exclusive strategic insights and driving your business forward. Get ready to embark on a transformative journey that will revolutionize the way you perceive and operate in West Africa’s transport and logistics industry.

Key Themes

Exploring digital platforms to fast track border crossings

E-payments and Digital payments

Adoption of cryptocurrencies in Africa to advance trade

Infrastructure development trends

Overcoming the challenges and inefficiencies in intermodal connectivity

Advancing logistics and supply chain infrastructure

Infrastructure project financing

Public Private Partnerships

ESG plays a vital role in project financing

Country spotlights: Transport infrastructure project opportunities

Promoting collaboration and reducing trade barriers

WHY ATTEND TRANSPORT WEST AFRICA?

Save time & money

Access hundreds of new products, technologies and services from across the transport and logistics sector.

Grow your network

Make meaningful connections with over 3,000 attendees, representing the full industry value chain.

Learn from experts

Attend free workshops and sessions delivered by world-class industry speakers and experts.

Get business done

Everyone who’s anyone in Africa’s transport sector will be there – the easiest way to do valuable business in three days.

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ACCESS THE ENTIRE TRANSPORT VALUE CHAIN

PORT OPERATIONS
PORT INFRASTRUCTURE & EXPANSION
RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE MAINTENANCE
ROAD & CORRIDOR INFRASTRUCTURE
ROLLING STOCK & COMPONENTS
SECURITY & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
PORT OPERATIONAL EQUIPMENT
CARGO PACKAGING & HANDLING EQUIPMENT
LOGISTICS OPERATIONS, SERVICES & MANAGEMENT
WAREHOUSING, PACKAGING, STORAGE, CONVEYING & DISTRIBUTION EQUIPMENT
TECHNOLOGIES: HARDWARE & SOFTWARE
VEHICLES & ANCILLARY
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JOINT KEYNOTE: WEST AFRICAN MINING AND POWER EXPO AND TRANSPORT EVOLUTION WEST AFRICA

WEDNESDAY 5 JUNE 2024
Venue: Accra International Conference Centre, Main Auditorium

Chairperson: Ing. Joshua Mortoti, President, Ghana Chamber if Mines and EVP, Hed of Gold Filed West Africa, Ghana

08:00

Registration and early morning refreshments

09:00

Welcome remarks

Dr Sulemanu Koney, President, Ghana Chamber of Mines, Ghana

09:20

Headline Sponsor presentation

10:00

Opening remarks

Honourable Samuel A Jinapor, Minister if Lands and Natural Resources, Ghana

Honourable Kwaku Ofori Asiamah, Minister of Transport, Ghana

10:30

Keynote address

Dr Akinwumi A. Adesina, President if African Development Bank

11:00

Opening of Exhibition and visit key sponsors

 

Honourable Samuel A Jinapor

Minister if Lands and Natural Resources, Ghana

Honourable Kwaku Ofori Asiamah

Minister of Transport, Ghana

15:00

Networking refreshment break

Navigating the future of Transport and Logistics in West Africa

Chairperson: Ziad M. Hamoui, National President – Ghana, Borderless Alliance

Venue: Accra International Conference Centre, conference Room 2

13:00

Opening Remarks

Senior Representative AfCFTA

13:20

Export Development Facilitation initiatives to support the growth of exports, enhance trade competitiveness, and foster sustainable economic development in Africa.

Senior Representative of Afreximbank

13:40

Navigating the Future of Regional Trade: Enhancing Cooperation and Integration

Osei Clement Amoako, President of Ghana Chamber of Commerce and Industry 1st Vice President of FEWACCI.

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14:00

The role of promoting economics of growth and fostering collaboration among member countries.

Patient Sayiba Tambwe, Executive Chairman, African Desk, DRC

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15:00

Networking refreshment break

15:30

Harmonizing Trade and Economic Policies: Advancing Intellectual Property Rights and Trade Standards for Global Prosperity

Rev Dode Seide, Board Chairman, Africa Trade Academy, Ghana

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16:00

16:00

Panel discussion: The role of regional facilitation agreements in promoting collaboration and reducing trade barriers

• Trade barriers - analyze challenges and opportunities in negotiating and implementing such agreements
• Cross-border transactions
• Exploring the various aspects of inter and intra-regional trade agreements

Panelists
Senior representative Afreximbank
Rev Dode Seide, Board Chairman, Africa Trade Academy, Ghana
Mark Badu-Aboagye, Chief Executive, Ghana National Chambers of Commerce and Industry
Patient Sayiba Tambwe, Executive Chairman, African Desk, DRC
Prince Segun Obayendo, National President and Chairman, Council of Chartered institute of Transport Administration Nigeria

17:00

Networking Cocktail Function

CONFERENCE DAY 2

THURSDAY 6 JUNE 2024
Chairperson: Stan Whiting, Director, Moore Global Moore Africa Advisory, South Africa

Venue: Accra International Conference Centre, conference Room 2

08:00

Registration and early morning refreshments

09:00

Suggested keynote address: Infrastructure development crucial for creating an integrated transport network in West Africa

Senior Representative, Africa Export Import Bank, Egypt*

09:30

Empowering Port Services for Sustainable Socio-Economic Development: Enhancing Quality, Efficiency, and Collaboration

Jean Marie Koffi, Secretary General, Port Management Association West and Central Africa

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10:00

The Future of Transportation in Nigeria: Challenges, Opportunities, and Innovations

Prince Segun Obayendo, National President and Chairman, Council of Chartered institute of Transport Administration Nigeria

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10:30

Refreshment break and networking

11:00

Modern practices to mitigate intermodel transport problems to ensure the movemnet of safe, relaible and cost-effective cargo.

Serigne Ndanck Mbaye, CEO West Africa & Country Head Ghana chez DHL Global Forwarding

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11:30

Artificial Intelligence on your fleet for seamless automation and remote management

Virginia Mbulwa Sombi Sales Manager, Teltonika

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12:00

Can toll systems really work in Africa?" Positioning tolling correctly and considerations for regulators and operators
• Technology suitable for Africa and how best to adapt
• Interoperability and integration for efficient payment and collections
Ettienne Du Toit, Chief Executive Officer, Kapsch TrafficCom, South Africa

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12:30

Advancing logistics and supply chain and transport infrastructure development for seamless trade in West Africa

Addressing the importance of efficient logistics and supply chain infrastructure for facilitating the movement of goods, reducing costs, and improving competitiveness.

• Strategic planning for supply chain connectivity
• Smart technologies for Intelligent Transport Systems
• Last-mile connectivity
• Security solutions for theft and piracy
Mr. Erkin CETINBAS, Deputy General Manager of Arkas Ghana LTD – local JV of ARKAS LINE

Suggested panelists:
• Serigne Ndanck Mbaye, CEO West Africa & Country Head Ghana chez DHL Global Forwarding
• Prince Segun Obayendo, National President and Chairman, Council of Chartered institute of Transport Administration Nigeria
• Ettienne Du Toit, Chief Executive Officer, Kapsch TrafficCom, South Africa
• Virginia Mbulwa Sombi Sales Manager, Teltonika

13:30

Networking lunch

14:30

The Relevance of Transport Master Planning to Economic and Social Development in Africa.’

Jose Fernandes, West Africa Regional Director for Zutari

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15:00

Enhance climate resilience of Transport Infrastructure in developing countries

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15:30

Driving Change: Public-Private Partnerships in Addressing Transportation Challenges for Sustainable Development

Exploring how public-private partnerships and collaborative initiatives are essential drivers in addressing transportation challenges and fostering sustainable development in the region.

Panelists
Senior Representative, Africa Export Import Bank, Egypt
Jose Fernandes, West Africa Regional Director for Zutari
Zeevik Halber, Chief Executive Officer, AnyWay Solutions, Israel
Michael Cobblah, Director, Cnergy Global Holdings, Ghana
Reginald Lavhelesani Demana , Chief Executive Officer, SANRAL

16:30

Closing Session
Senior Representative Afreximbank

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