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AfCFTA Policy Dialogue: Women’s trade potential along the fisheries value chain in Ghana, Nigeria and Senegal

When: September 4, 2024 – September 4, 2024

Where: Virtually on Zoom

AfCFTAFisheries

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Join us for the fourth instalment in our policy dialogue series

This session, jointly organized by ITC and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), will showcase findings from studies conducted by ITC and FAO on the fisheries value chains in Ghana, Nigeria and Senegal.
This session will take place in English, with French interpretation available.

During this session, we will discuss:

  • Women’s roles along the fisheries value chains
  • Potential benefits to women participating in the fisheries value chain under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)
  • Potential challenges to women in this value chain
  • How to increase women’s participation in this value chain

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Conclure la Vente : Comment négocier et engager les acheteurs

When: September 11, 2024 – September 11, 2024

Where: Virtuellement sur Zoom

AfCFTA

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Rejoignez-nous pour la sixième séance de notre programme de formation en ligne composé de 7 modules sur le commerce intra-africain de produits alimentaires transformés

Notre formation vous fournira les connaissances et les compétences essentielles pour réussir sur les marchés internationaux.

Clous de la formation :

  • Comment adapter votre stratégie de vente à des segments de marché spécifiques
  • Comment répondre aux questions les plus posées des acheteurs
  • Conseils pour assurer un suivi efficace auprès des acheteurs après un événement B2B

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Sealing the Deal: How to effectively negotiate and engage with buyers

When: September 11, 2024 – September 11, 2024

Where: Virtually on Zoom

AfCFTA

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Join us for the sixth part of our 7-module training programme on intra-African trade in processed foods

This online training programme targets all African women-led businesses. It is co-designed by ITC experts from the Sector and Economic Competitiveness and Trade and Market Intelligence sections and implemented in collaboration with private sector partners.

What’s on the menu for session 7: Sealing the Deal?

  • How to tailor your sales strategy to specific market segments
  • How to ace top buyer questions
  • Tips to effectively follow up with buyers after a B2B event

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AfCFTA Policy Dialogue: Women’s trade potential along the soybean-to-poultry value chains in Malawi, South Africa and Tanzania

When: August 29, 2024 – August 29, 2024

Where: Virtually on Zoom

AfCFTA

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Join us for the third instalment in our policy dialogue series

This session, jointly organized by ITC and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), will showcase findings from studies conducted by ITC and FAO on the soybean-to-poultry value chains in Malawi, South Africa and Tanzania.

During this session, we will discuss:

  • Women’s roles along the value chain
  • Potential benefits to women participating in the soybean-to-poultry value chain under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)
  • Potential challenges to women in this value chain
  • How to increase women’s participation in this value chain

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Logistics in Cross-Border E-Commerce

When: September 17, 2024 – September 17, 2024

Where: Virtually on Zoom

AfCFTAE-CommerceLogistics

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Join us for the second webinar in a series offered by DHL experts


This online training programme targets all African women-led businesses. 

The number of digital buyers keeps climbing every year. Join our webinar to learn to tap into e-commerce to grow your business.

This session will be held in English, with French interpretation available.

Webinar highlights:

  • Get familiar with the e-commerce landscape, both in your country and globally.
  • Understand your customers’ perspectives to meet their needs with e-commerce.
  • Learn about the role of logistics in e-commerce so that you can maximize your growth.

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Navigating Customs

When: August 20, 2024 – August 20, 2024

Where: Virtually on Zoom

AfCFTAExport development

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Learn everything you need to know about customs for your business success

This online training programme targets all African women-led businesses. Join ITC SheTrades and DHL experts to level up your entrepreneurship by learning to navigate customs with confidence.

This session will be held in English, with French interpretation available.

Webinar highlights:

  • Get to know the documentation you need for both import and export.
  • Learn about HS codes and Incoterms.
  • Get familiar with customs charges. What goes into them?
  • Understand the role of automation in customs.

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L’exportation 101 : Navigation des prix, des processus et de la documentation

When: August 15, 2024 – August 15, 2024

Where: Virtuellement sur Zoom

AfCFTAExport developmentFood & Beverage

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Rejoignez-nous pour le cinquième volet de notre programme de formation en ligne composé de 7 modules sur le commerce intra-africain de produits alimentaires transformés.

Notre formation vous fournira les connaissances et les compétences essentielles pour réussir sur les marchés internationaux.

Clous de la formation:

  • Comprenez les raisons d’étendre votre entreprise à l’international
  • Apprenez les étapes et les critères de la tarification concurrentielle, ainsi que des exemples concrets de CIF et FOB
  • Explorez les options de transport et les documents essentiels comme le connaissement
  • Comprenez le Système Harmonisé et Incoterms

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Exporting 101: Navigating Prices, Process and Documentation

When: August 15, 2024 – August 15, 2024

Where: Virtually on Zoom

AfCFTAExport developmentFood & Beverage

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Join us for the fifth part of our 7-module training programme on intra-African trade in processed foods

This online training programme targets all African women-led businesses. It is co-designed by ITC experts from the Sector and Economic Competitiveness and Trade and Market Intelligence sections and implemented in collaboration with private sector partners.

At the end of this seven modules, you should be able to:
  • Assess your export readiness under the AfCFTA
  • Have greater understanding of export requirements, procedures and solutons
  • Develop your own export strategy

What’s on the menu for session 4: Exporting 101?

  • The benefits of going global
  • A step-by-step guide to exporting
  • How to set competitive pricing
    How to choose the right transportation option for your business, as well as necessary documentation
    Understanding the documentation that you will need for international markets
  • How to navigate trade regulations like the Harmonized System and Incoterms

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Certifications clés pour les transformateurs agroalimentaires

When: July 18, 2024 – July 18, 2024

Where: Virtuellement sur Zoom

AfCFTA

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Rejoignez-nous pour le quatrième volet de notre programme de formation en ligne composé de 7 modules sur le commerce intra-africain de produits alimentaires transformés.

Ce programme a été conçu conjointement par des experts de l’ITC des sections Compétitivité sectorielle et économique et Intelligence commerciale et de marché.
Au programme :
  • Comprendre l’importance des certifications pour les transformateurs agroalimentaires
  • Comment les certifications peuvent-elles renforcer votre compétitivité à l’exportation et faciliter votre accès aux marchés mondiaux ?
  • Quelles sont les étapes pour obtenir une certification et quels sont les points clés à prendre en compte ?
  • Quelles sont les principales certifications pour les transformateurs agroalimentaires et en quoi sont-elles différentes : Utiliser la Carte des Normes de l’ITC
  • Que sont les normes ISO et quel est leur rôle dans la gestion de la qualité et les normes internationales ? En savoir plus sur le HACCP, les certifications biologiques, Fairtrade, Halal, Casher et autres certifications pertinentes pour votre entreprise.
  • Questions/Réponses

Ce programme est rendu possible grâce au soutien financier de la Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ).

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Key certifications for women-led agro-food processors

When: July 18, 2024 – July 18, 2024

Where: Virtually on Zoom

AfCFTA

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Join us for the fourth part of our 7-module training programme on intra-African trade in processed foods

This online training programme targets all African women-led businesses. It is co-designed by ITC experts from the Sector and Economic Competitiveness and Trade and Market Intelligence sections and implemented in collaboration with private sector partners.
What’s on the menu for Session 4 ‘Key certifications for women-led agro-food processors’?
  • Understanding the importance of certifications for agro-food processors
  • How can certifications bolster your export competitiveness and facilitate your access to global market access
  • What are the steps to getting certified and what are the key considerations you must take note of?
  • Which are the main certifications for agro-food processors and how are they different: Using the ITC Standards Map
  • What are ISO Standards and their role in quality management and international standards? Learn more about HACCP, organic certifications, Fairtrade, Halal, Kosher, and other relevant certifications for your business.
The programme is made possible with financial support from the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ).

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