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 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.
ECAN Pays Courtesy Visit to Lesotho’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations in New York
Today, the Board Chair of the Economic Club of Africa Network (ECAN), Professor Fred Olayele, and Board Director Mr. Obi Emekekwue, paid a courtesy visit to His Excellency Matete ’Nena, Permanent Representative of the Kingdom of Lesotho to the United Nations, at the Permanent Mission in New York. Among other things, the meeting covered Lesotho’s economic development priorities, private-sector growth, investment mobilization, and opportunities to strengthen engagement between the Kingdom and ECAN’s international network of business leaders, investors, entrepreneurs, innovators, and development partners.
ECAN Congratulates Dr. Isaías Barreto da Rosa on UNESCO Appointment
The Economic Club of Africa Network (ECAN) is pleased to congratulate Dr. Isaías Barreto da Rosa, a member of the Network, on his appointment as UNESCO Representative to the Federal Republic of Nigeria and Head of the UNESCO Office in Abuja. The appointment represents an important professional milestone and recognizes Dr. Barreto da Rosa’s experience, leadership, and commitment to advancing international cooperation and sustainable development in Africa. A member in good standing, Dr. Barreto da Rosa exemplifies the three core attributes of ECAN: Excellence, Influence, and Integrity.
Chief Felix Oladunjoye Joins ECAN’s Exquisite Circle
The Economic Club of Africa Network (ECAN) — a non-profit organization dedicated to finance, innovation, and development in Africa — is delighted to welcome Chief Felix Oladunjoye to its Exquisite Circle. A seasoned accountant, business executive, and export-trade specialist with over 25 years of leadership in the cocoa commodities industry, supply-chain management, and business strategy, Chief Oladunjoye is a dedicated supporter of community development, youth empowerment, and academic advancement.
ECAN Welcomes Dr. Joshua Gogo to Thinkers Circle
The Economic Club of Africa Network (ECAN) — a non-profit organization dedicated to finance, innovation, and development in Africa — is delighted to welcome Dr. Joshua Gogo to its Thinkers Circle. An economist, investment professional, engineer, entrepreneur, author, and institutional strategist with professional experience spanning four continents and nine countries, Dr. Gogo has advised governments, businesses, investors, and family enterprises on economic strategy, investment, institutional resilience, and long-term value creation.
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PRESS RELEASE: Economic Club Convenes 2022 Summit on Sustainable Financing and Resource Mobilization Strategies in Post-Covid Africa
