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AIMS AND OBJECTIVES:

  1. Awareness Building: Raise awareness about the Islamic economy’s opportunities and its relevance to Africa’s socio-economic development.
  2. Knowledge Sharing: Provide a platform for stakeholders to share insights, best practices, and innovative approaches.
  3. Capacity Development: Identify areas requiring capacity building to support the growth of the Islamic economy.
  4. Partnership Building: Foster collaboration between African governments, private sectors, and international stakeholders.
  5. Actionable Recommendations: Develop a roadmap for advancing the Islamic economy in Africa, focusing on priority sectors.

 TOPICS

  1. The Global Islamic Economy and Africa’s Role:
    • Overview of the Islamic economy globally.
    • Africa’s unique value proposition and opportunities for integration.
  2. Islamic Finance as a Catalyst for Development:
    • Role of Islamic banking, sukuk (Islamic bonds), and waqf (endowments) in financing Africa’s development.
    • Case studies from African nations successfully implementing Islamic finance.
  3. Halal Industry Growth Potential in Africa:
    • Opportunities in Halal food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and travel.
    • Developing Halal certification standards for the African market.
  4. Youth and Women Entrepreneurship in the Islamic Economy:
    • Empowering African youth and women entrepreneurs to innovate within the Islamic economy.
    • Islamic economy startups and technology-driven solutions.
  5. Policy and Regulatory Frameworks:
    • The role of governments in creating enabling environments for the Islamic economy.
    • Addressing regulatory challenges and harmonizing standards across Africa.
  6. Sustainability and Social Impact:
    • Alignment of Islamic economic principles with Africa’s sustainability goals.
    • The role of zakat (charitable giving) and Islamic social finance in poverty alleviation.

EXPECTED OUTCOMES

  • Increased awareness of the Islamic economy’s potential in Africa.
  • Enhanced collaboration among stakeholders to drive Islamic economic growth.
  • Identification of actionable strategies to develop key sectors of the Islamic economy.
  • Strengthened partnerships between African and international Islamic economy players.

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