On May 5 and 6, Doha will transform into a major economic hub for women as it hosts the first-ever Gulf-Africa Businesswomen’s Forum.
Women entrepreneurs also have a key role to play in economic cooperation between the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and the African continent. They will demonstrate this at the inaugural Gulf-Africa Businesswomen’s Forum, which aims to highlight their growing influence in trade and investment.
Scheduled for May 5 and 6, this landmark event will bring together a wide range of investors, business leaders, and key economic players, all driven by a common ambition: strengthening trade and investment ties between these two high-potential regions.
For Ibtihaj Al-Ahmadani, board member of the Qatar Chamber of Commerce and president of the Qatari Businesswomen’s Forum, this initiative is crucial in overcoming the barriers that hinder female-led economic cooperation between the Gulf and Africa. "The African continent is a prime destination for Gulf investors, offering a wide range of opportunities in strategic sectors," she emphasizes.
Opportunities and Outlook
The forum’s agenda includes panels dedicated to entrepreneurial success stories, showcasing the inspiring journeys of businesswomen who have built economic empires in these emerging markets.
Thematic workshops will focus on high-potential sectors, ranging from sustainable development and new technologies to agriculture, industry, and financial services.
Beyond discussions and idea exchanges, the Doha event aims to lay the groundwork for new collaborations and long-term synergies between Gulf and African businesswomen. By fostering networking and the sharing of expertise, this initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance the role of women in the global business landscape.