Events Calendar

U.S.-Africa Infrastructure Conference

Monday, October 06, 2008 - Wednesday, October 08, 2008
Washington, DC

The Corporate Council on Africa invites you to its third annual U.S. - Africa Infrastructure Conference. This year’s conference will focus on Information Communication Technology (ICT), Transportation, Energy, and Security.

Participants will:

Obtain information on infrastructure development opportunities throughout Africa
Network with key African and U.S. private sector and government representatives, including investors, capitol market experts, infrastructure providers, and investment bankers
Explore new business opportunities by identifying specific growth areas and projects
Discover the latest financing options and instruments available
Meet potential partners

Plenary sessions & workshops will address:

Public-private partnerships
Risk mitigation: financial, legal, and political
Project financing
Secure banking and data transmission
Joint ventures and strategic alliances
ICT infrastructure development
Ports and airports
Maritime security
Potable water
Safe skies and airport security
Roads, rail, and bridges
Logistics and distribution
Supply chains and food security
Energy , electric grids, lighting
Oil and Gas

Workshop panelists will include:

African ministers of telecommunication, infrastructure, and energy; decision makers from leading U.S. infrastructure and financial companies; multilateral development institutions such as the World Bank and the African Development Bank; and senior U.S. government officials. Most importantly, these sessions will include proven strategies and solutions for your company to succeed on the continent.

Register Today!

Registration information and fees included in the registration form.

Register online at www.africacncl.org

On-site registration will open at 2 pm on Monday, October 6, 2008; cash and credit cards only. A $50 surcharge will be assessed for onsite registration. CCA does not accept registration without payment.

Venue/Accommodations:

The Grand Hyatt Washington
1000 H Street
Washington, DC 20001

Tel: 202-582-1234
Fax: 202-637-4781

www.grandwashington.hyatt.com

Contact Information:

The Corporate Council on Africa 202-835-1115

Registration/General Vivienne Sequeira

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Sponsorship Asfaw Alemayehu

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Workshops/Plenaries Vivienne Sequeira

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Media Inquiries Adina Ellis

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For more information, visit www.africacncl.org