OUR GOAL AND OBJECTIVES

Goal: To drive the sustainable development of the Islamic economy in Africa, leveraging ethical, innovative, and inclusive systems for the transformation of African nations.

OBJECTIVES

Enhance Prosperity: Increase the wealth of African nations by promoting economic well-being through Islamic finance principles and fostering a thriving Halal economy.

Expand Knowledge: Advance research, professional development, and education in Islamic economics, finance, and related fields across the continent.

Foster Dialogue: Provide a platform for dynamic exchange and collaboration between academia, government, business, and civil society on Islamic economic principles and practices.

Drive Impactful Solutions: Advocate for policies and initiatives that integrate Islamic economic practices, aligning them with Africa’s sustainable development goals.

Strengthen Partnerships: Promote cooperation across African nations and global Islamic economic entities, uniting stakeholders to create an interconnected ecosystem of shared knowledge and innovation.

Support Entrepreneurship: Cultivate emerging leaders and provide resources for the development of impactful businesses through Islamic economic models, focusing on inclusive growth and social responsibility.

Promote Peace and Unity: Contribute to the resolution of conflicts and encourage understanding, collaboration, and peace across African borders.

Boost Sustainable Development: Champion smart urban and rural development projects in key sectors such as technology, energy, health, education, and tourism to enhance investment flows into Africa.

Leverage Platforms for Advocacy: Host seminars, conferences, and training programs to promote knowledge sharing and spur transformation in the Islamic economy across Africa.

SERVICES AND PROGRAMS

Training Programs: Offer courses and workshops on Islamic economic planning, development economics, public policy, and related fields.

Research Publications: Newsletter, Publish reports, policy briefs, and working papers on various economic and development issues.

Consultancy Services: Provide expert advice and support to governments and organizations on economic development projects and policies.

Conferences and Seminars: Organize events to facilitate dialogue and knowledge sharing among development professionals and policymakers.

IMPACT AND REACH

AFRIEF has a significant impact across the continent, contributing to the development of effective economic policies and the improvement of planning capacities in numerous African countries. Its programs have reached a wide range of beneficiaries, including government officials, development practitioners, academics, and civil society representatives.

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to catalyze the ethical and inclusive transformation of Africa’s economies by fostering the development of the Islamic economy grounded in Islamic finance principles, innovation, and sustainability.

OUR VALUES

These values define how we operate and form the foundation of our organizational culture:

Innovation: Pioneering bold, ethical solutions and practical models for economic growth within African nations through the lens of Islamic finance.

Collaboration: Strengthening partnerships between governmental, academic, business, and social organizations to address key development challenges and promote shared prosperity.

Integrity: Upholding strong moral principles in everything we do, fostering trust through transparent actions and ethical decision-making.

Impact: Commitment to tangible, measurable improvements in the economic and social welfare of African communities through sustainable projects and policies.

OUR COMMITMENT

We are dedicated to creating and advancing collaborative, impactful solutions in Islamic economics through comprehensive education, cross-sector partnerships, and hands-on engagement. Our efforts are focused on achieving measurable change in Africa, helping communities realize their fullest potential through innovation, leadership, and inclusive development.