Africa: Opening Ceremony Recap | #USAfricaBizSummit2025

Luanda — The U.S.-Africa Industry Summit officially opened with extremely efficient remarks from Florie Liser, President of the Company Council on Africa, surroundings the tone for a transformative week ahead.

“Our collective efforts are shaping a future where the United States and nations of Africa thrive together.” – Florie Liser, CCA President

In her name to action, she suggested all delegates to comprise the moral spirit of partnership: “I implore all of us to come into this summit with a mindset of collaboration. Beyond deals, let’s strive for lasting transformation.”

With over 2,000 leaders in attendance, this summit will not be any longer completely about enterprise, or no longer it’s about building a shared future.

Reception Dinner on the 2025 U.S.-Africa Industry Summit – Backed by Cavista Holdings

The evening opened with remarks by Hon. Rui Miguêns de Oliveira, Angola’s Minister of Commerce & Industry, who underscored the nation’s dedication to advancing regional commerce, private sector growth, and stronger U.S.-Africa financial ties.

Also addressing the room had been:
– Florie Liser, President & CEO of the Company Council on Africa (CCA),
– John Olajide, Chairman of CCA and CEO of Axxess, Chairman of Cavista Holdings

Thank you to Cavista Holdings for sponsoring an evening that brought leaders and ideas collectively in a important technique.