The Islamic Chamber of Commerce and Development has launched a new report examining entrepreneurship opportunities across Africa and the Muslim world, calling for stronger links between startups, investors and financial institutions.
Titled “Entrepreneurship: Global Insights on Africa and the Islamic World,” the report was released during the BOE in Africa conference in Cairo, attended by ministers, business leaders, policymakers, development banks and private-sector representatives.
According to the announcement, the report maps growth and scalability opportunities in smart technology, sustainable energy, advanced agriculture and manufacturing. It also highlights the financing gap facing startups and proposes direct channels connecting early-stage ventures with major financial institutions and international investment funds.
The report calls for more integrated regional ecosystems rather than isolated national entrepreneurship hubs. It recommends investor networks, shared digital infrastructure and legal frameworks that support cross-border expansion, intellectual property protection and foreign investment.
Youssef Hassan Khalawi, secretary-general of the Islamic Chamber, said Africa is a priority for the organisation. He pointed to the importance of microfinance tools for small businesses and noted growing interest from members in Arab, Gulf, Central Asian and East Asian markets in expanding trade and economic ties with Africa.
Source: Swift Newz
