Africa-Press – Eswatini. African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) Secretary General (SG) His Excellency Wamkele Keabetswe Mene is set to feature as one of the speakers in the upcoming Eswatini Investment Conference.
The Eswatini Investment Conference is set to be a significant event, taking place on Wednesday at Sharma House in Ezulwini. This conference aims to highlight investment opportunities and promote economic growth in Eswatini.
Key Speaker: H.E. Wamkele Mene
Mene brings a wealth of knowledge and experience regarding continental trade integration and the transformative prospects that the AfCFTA presents for both Eswatini and the broader region.
– Background: Mene is the first Secretary General of AfCFTA, having been elected during the 33rd Ordinary Session of the African Union (AU) Assembly. His leadership focuses on implementing Africa’s largest free trade agreement to enhance economic integration across the continent.
Insights from Other Speakers
Joining H.E. Mene will be Minister of Commerce, Industry and Trade Manqoba Khumalo, who will provide insights into Eswatini’s investment landscape and growth opportunities. His contributions are expected to complement the discussions on trade and investment.
H.E. Wamkele Mene’s Credentials
Mene’s extensive background includes:
– Serving as Chief Director for Africa Economic Relations at South Africa’s Department of Trade and Industry.
– Acting as South Africa’s lead negotiator for both the AfCFTA and the Tripartite Free Trade Area, with successful ratifications of both agreements.
– Representing South Africa at the World Trade Organisation (WTO) in Geneva from 2012 to 2015, where he was elected as Chair of the Committee on Trade in Financial Services.
Academic Qualifications
H.E. Mene holds impressive academic credentials, including:
– A Bachelor of Arts in Law from Rhodes University.
– A Master’s in International Studies and Diplomacy (focused on International Economics) from SOAS, University of London.
– An LLM in Banking Law and Financial Regulation from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE).
Conclusion
This conference promises to be an enlightening event, fostering discussions on investment opportunities and strategies for economic growth in Eswatini and the larger African continent. We look forward to the valuable insights that will emerge from this gathering!
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