Press Releases

A New Chapter Begins: Name Change

After five years of growth and service, the Economic Club of Africa in New York — a non-profit organization dedicated to finance, innovation, and development in Africa — is proud to announce a full rebrand, including a new name: Economic Club of Africa Network (ECAN). This change reflects the organization’s evolving mission, expanded impact, and bold vision for the future

ECAN Appoints New Board Members

The Economic Club of Africa Network (ECAN) — a non-profit organization dedicated to finance, innovation, and development in Africa — is proud to announce the appointment of three new members to its Board of Directors. With deep knowledge and expertise in international finance, development, technology innovation, economic governance, and public policy, these individuals bring a wealth of experience and passion that will help guide ECAN through its next phase of growth and deepen its impact.

ECAN Appoints Laghidi Senior Advisor for Morocco

The Economic Club of Africa Network (ECAN) — a non-profit organization dedicated to finance, innovation, and development in Africa — is proud to announce the appointment of Amine Laghidi as Senior Advisor for Morocco. A distinguished expert, professor, and highly influential figure in international diplomacy and economic development — particularly in Morocco and across Africa — he is a strategic advisor to governments, international

ECAN Appoints Svanikier and Gurib-Fakim as Country Patrons

The Economic Club of Africa Network (ECAN) — a non-profit organization dedicated to finance, innovation, and development in Africa — is proud to announce the appointment of Ghanaian entrepreneur and philanthropist Thomas Svanikier and former President of the Republic of Mauritius Her Excellency Ameenah Gurib-Fakim as inaugural Country Patrons for Ghana and Mauritius, respectively.

PRESS RELEASE: Economic Club and USBAA Release New Report on Risk Perception, Investment Opportunities, and Africa’s Diaspora Capital

The Economic Club of Africa and the U.S. Business in Africa Awards (USBAA) have released a new report titled “Perceptions versus Brightening Reality: Unpacking Business Opportunities in Africa through Five Lenses.”

PRESS RELEASE: Economic Club Convenes 2022 Summit on Sustainable Financing and Resource Mobilization Strategies in Post-Covid Africa

From October 19-21, 2022 in New York City, the Economic Club of Africa will convene a senior-level, invitation-only forum on trade, investment, and sustainable development in Africa.