ALGIERS, Algeria, September 8, 2025/APO Group: As the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF2025) kicked off on its second day, the Global Africa Diaspora Day brought together Heads of State, senior government officials, business leaders, and cultural icons from across Africa, the Caribbean, and the Diaspora – with the renewed vision to bring unity and economic sovereignty. The event was held at the Centre International de Conferences (CIC) in Algiers.
Delivering the keynote address, President and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Afreximbank, Prof. Benedict Oramah, emphasised that Global Africa must evolve into a cohesive market of nearly two billion people: “The work ahead of us is to use the force of our collective endeavours and knowledge to build a solid economy for ourselves and by ourselves. We must produce within our communities, sell within our communities, and take pride in consuming what is produced within our communities.”
He added: “Our concept of Global Africa can be defined as Pan-Africanism underpinned by markets and by the capital we own and control. Today’s event is pivotal in driving that new agenda.”
Reinforcing this message, Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, Dr. Terrance Drew, explained how Africa and its Diaspora are working towards building bridges and having a bright future together: “Global Africa is not a new idea. It is the continuation of a great journey to mend a past that was broken and to secure a future rooted in unity and sovereignty.”
Prof. Benedict Oramah also highlighted the planned creation of a Global Africa Commission alongside cultural initiatives such as sports activities between Africa and the Caribbean.
