Africa-Press – Angola. Cooperation among African countries, based on the sharing of resources, ideas and regional perspectives, was highlighted on Tuesday (28), in Luanda, as fundamental for the advancement of infrastructure, techs and digitalization on the continent.
The statement was made by the executive director of the Zambian technology startup company Hero Control System, Bernadette Zulu, in statements to the press on the sidelines of the III Summit on Infrastructure Financing in Africa, which is taking place in Luanda and goes til Oct 31.
According to Ms Bernadette, peace is an essential element for the progress of Africa, emphasizing that stability must be consolidated in each country, since internal conflicts affect connectivity and regional cohesion.
Bernadette Zulu explained that the prosperity of an African country is directly linked to that of its neighbors, and that a shared vision is crucial for achieving the continent’s sustainable development.
The businesswoman also called for strengthening African confidence and dignity, highlighting that these factors are decisive for attracting investment and for Africa’s international credibility.
In turn, the CEO of the international consulting firm MXConnect Group, Gizela Kipala, specializing in economic, commercial, and cultural cooperation between Africa and Latin America, emphasized the importance of promoting African potential globally, regardless of existing challenges.
She stressed that the continent should value its professionals in the diaspora, leveraging their knowledge and experience to boost strategic sectors and strengthen national economies.
Gizela Kipala also stated that the new African generation is dynamic, capable, and prepared to actively contribute to the transformation and modernization of the continent.
The III Summit on Financing for Infrastructure Development in Africa aims to mobilize new international financing and strengthen alignment with national and regional development plans, expecting to raise up to USD 160 billion for structuring projects.
The event that runs until Friday (31), under the motto “Capital, corridors, trade: investing in infrastructure for the AfCFTA and shared prosperity,” brings together African Ministers of Energy and Finance, investors, international partners, and multilateral financial institutions.
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