On a special edition of Managing Africa, host Nadine Mebune had an insightful conversation with Albert Ngwana, the CEO of AFTEL Group. Their discussion centered around cross-border trade between Cameroon and Nigeria, highlighting the opportunities and challenges businesses face when operating across these two major West and Central African economies.
During the conversation, Albert Ngwana shared his journey and experience working closely with Nigeria’s former president, Olusegun Obasanjo, shedding light on their collaborations and the impact of such partnerships on regional economic growth. With Obasanjo scheduled to visit Cameroon next week, the discussion also touched on the significance of his upcoming visit and its potential implications for strengthening business and diplomatic ties between the two nations.
Beyond trade, the dialogue expanded to explore the future of investments and entrepreneurship in Africa. Ngwana provided valuable insights into the evolving business landscape, emphasizing the role of innovation, policy reforms, and regional cooperation in fostering a more robust entrepreneurial ecosystem across the continent.