Network & strategic connections
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In Africa - just as in Switzerland and Europe - economic success and sustainable projects are heavily dependent on the right connections. A strong, trustworthy network often determines whether a business idea, market entry or cooperation succeeds.
Africa Swiss connects its members with leading business representatives, political decision-makers, innovative start-ups and established companies. Members benefit from direct contacts, strategic partnerships and exclusive events that facilitate access to new markets, projects and investment opportunities.
Africa Swiss builds bridges between the most important economic players in Switzerland, Africa and other European markets. The network offers tailored contact opportunities for entrepreneurs, investors, start-ups and specialists who want to become active in African markets or expand existing business relationships.
Example: A Swiss logistics company wants to expand in East Africa. Africa Swiss gives it access to local sales partners, government representatives and relevant business forums in order to reduce barriers to market entry.
The direct exchange with decision-makers opens doors that would otherwise remain closed. Africa Swiss regularly organizes exclusive delegation trips, business meetings and networking events that give members access to key markets and important players.
Example: A Swiss start-up in the cleantech sector is looking for African partners for a pilot project. By participating in an Africa Swiss delegation trip to Ghana, it gets to know investors and government representatives who are interested in building sustainable infrastructure.
Not every company or individual is looking for the same contacts - which is why Africa Swiss offers targeted matchmaking to connect members with the right partners from business, science and politics.
Example: A Swiss university is looking for African partners for research projects in the field of renewable energies. Africa Swiss arranges contact with African universities, innovation centers and state institutions in order to establish long-term cooperation.
Africa Swiss is not only a platform for business contacts, but also a place for professional exchange, knowledge transfer and innovative collaboration. Members have the opportunity to get involved in expert forums, specialist groups and thematic initiatives.
Example: An experienced entrepreneur from Switzerland wants to pass on his knowledge of sustainable urban development. Through Africa Swiss, he is involved in an expert group for urban development, where he exchanges ideas with African urban planners and architects.
A strong network is the key to successful economic cooperation. Africa Swiss offers members direct access to relevant decision-makers, exclusive business forums and targeted business contacts that enable them to tap into new markets, build partnerships and operate successfully in the long term.
Whether through personal connections, individual matchmaking programs or top-class business events - a membership with Africa Swiss opens up new opportunities and creates strategic advantages.