Objectives
- Provide a Holistic Perspective
- Equip participants with a deep understanding of Islamic economic principles as an alternative economic system and their relevance in addressing global and regional challenges.
- Promote Thought Leadership
- Foster critical thinking on the role of Islamic economics in shaping sustainable, equitable, and inclusive global economic systems.
- Advance Financial Inclusion and Social Equity
- Explore practical strategies for leveraging Islamic finance to promote financial inclusion, alleviate poverty, and achieve social equity in Africa and beyond.
4. Inspire Innovation and Entrepreneurship
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- Encourage the creation of innovative business models, sustainable investments, and entrepreneurial ventures rooted in Islamic economic principles.
5. Strengthen Policy Engagement
- Offer a platform to influence policy-making by presenting actionable insights on integrating Islamic economic thought into national and regional development strategies.
6. Foster Global Collaboration
- Build a vibrant network of scholars, practitioners, and thought leaders committed to advancing the Islamic economic agenda globally.
Expected Outcomes
- Enhanced Knowledge
- Participants will acquire an in-depth understanding of Islamic economic principles, including their application to current global economic issues.
- Practical Application
- Participants will be equipped to apply Islamic economic theories to solve real-world problems and propose actionable solutions for contemporary challenges.
- Network Building
- Participants will develop strong connections with a global community of professionals, academics, and innovators in the field of Islamic economics and finance.
- Innovative Solutions
- Participants will produce creative and sustainable ideas, projects, and business models that address pressing economic and social issues.
- Policy Contributions
- Participants will generate policy recommendations and insights to support the adoption of Islamic economic principles in Africa’s development agenda.
- Global Perspective
- Participants will leave with a nuanced understanding of global economic transformations and the role of Islamic economics as a viable alternative system.
