When Procurement Becomes Geopolitics
Observations on MDBs, geographic eligibility, and the future of EU-Africa partnerships Something is shifting in how the European Union approaches development partnerships. After attending recent policy discussions in Brussels on Global Gateway and multilateral development banks, one message came through clearly: the old rules no longer apply. Business as usual is gone. Developing as usual […]
2025 APO Conference Highlights
Shifting from Aid to Investment STROPCIM attended the 2025 Africa Political Outlook (APO) conference in Brussels, focusing on the shift from international aid to investment. Our desktop research indicates that Africa could save up to $600 billion USD over the next decade, surpassing the benefits of current international aid programs like the Global Gateway, China’s […]
Join STROPCIM at ASCA 2025
Join STROPCIM at ASCA (Africa Supply Chain in Action) 2025: Panel Discussion: AfCFTA & Procurement: Unlocking Supply Chain Opportunities Across Borders Date: 13th March 2025Time: 14:10 (CAT)Duration: 1 Hour The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is reshaping procurement and supply chains, opening new doors for Small, Medium, and Micro Enterprises (SMMEs) across Africa. This panel […]
STROPCIM Attends Diplomatic Breakfast Roundtable on Green Hydrogen in Africa
STROPCIM is proud to have participated in the Diplomatic Breakfast Roundtable 4, organized by the Brussels-Africa Hub, focusing on “The Value Chain of Green Hydrogen in Africa.” This event highlighted the immense potential of green hydrogen in Africa, leveraging the continent’s abundant renewable energy resources. With Europe’s commitment to diversifying clean energy imports, Africa stands […]
