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 Destination Africa:
Israeli Innovations, Opportunities and Challenges 

Event Series and Collaboration House


May 17, 2017 | 08:45 – 11:30 AM
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Dear Clients, Colleagues and Friends,
 
An exploration into the potential and the opportunity of Israeli businesses in Africa including scaling innovative solutions to Africa’s most pressing challenges.
 
The Africa: Continent of Tomorrow Series
seeks to advance the dialogue between public and private initiatives in Israel and opportunities in countries in Africa with the participation of government agencies, NGO's, academics, start ups and specialists in development. The Series will be a meeting point between professionals doing business in Africa and an informal platform to share lessons, foster collaboration and develop new initiatives, exploring opportunities, potential and challenges of commercializing innovative Israeli technologies across Africa in fields like agriculture, healthcare, and energy.  

 
Background
Cooperation between Israel and states in Africa has a rich history dating back before the independence of many African states.   2016 was a particularly active year in official visits, including the Prime Minister Netanyahu's trip to East Africa, delegations to Israel, and the September 22, 2016, meeting of Prime Minister Netanyahu with heads of state and other officials from 15 African counties at the UN to discuss Israeli–African technology.
 
“I believe that Israel can be an amazing partner for your countries" stated Netanyahu to African leaders. "Technology changes everything. And technology is related to so many areas: to healthcare, agriculture, education, and so much more. We want to share our knowledge and technology with the world.” he continued, marking a new era in Israel-Africa relations.



Together Israeli and African partners can impact the lives of millions.  

When 
Wednesday, May 17, 2016 

Time 
08:45 – 11:30 AM

Where
Herzog Fox Neeman Offices: Asia House, 4 Weizmann Street, Tel Aviv

Program

08:45-09:15

Registration and Breakfast
 

09:15-09:20

Introductory remarks 
 

09:20-09:40

"Israel and the African Continent: Relations in the Age of Global Change"
Ambassador Gideon Behar, Special Envoy for African Affairs, Africa Division, Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs

 

09:40-10:00

Showcase:"Investing in Africa"
Oren Abekasis, Investor and Entrepreneur

 

10:00-11:00

"Trends, Innovation and Economic Potential", Panel Discussion
 
Moderator: Daniel Ben Yehuda, Marketing and Business Development Expert
 
Panelists:
  • Jon Chessoni,  Chargé d'Affaires, Embassy of Kenya
  • Aliza Belman Inbal, Director of the Pears Program for Global Innovation, Tel Aviv University
  • Dan Catarivas, Director, Division of Foreign Trade & International Relations, Manufacturers' Association of Israel
  • Avi Zoran, East Africa Area Manager, Israel Chemicals Ltd. Specialty Fertilizers
  • Nir Zepkowitz, Partner, leader of Strategy&, PwC Israel    

11:00

Coffee and Networking
 
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KEY CONTACTS
 
Janet Levy Pahima| Partner
HFN’s International Department
Tel: +972 3 692 2097
pahima@hfn.co.il


Daniel Ben Yehuda 
Tel: +972 54 4905226 
dby390@gmail.com
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