Monday, February 23, 2026

AUSC New Article: We Create The ADWA Pan African University at the 130th Anniversary of the Great Adwa African Victory on 26 February until March 2,2026 in Cape Town -South Africa.

The African Union Students' Council (AUSC)"For The Better Africa We Deserve" advances the cerebration for African Victory of ADWA with Most Respected Professor, Mammo Muchie the AUSC Presidency's Special Advisor.


AUSC's Inspiration for the Menelik ADWA Victory on behalf of the whole continent of Africa we pride on as Young African Generations today and for future African Generations forever.

“In The History of Mankind, there has never been any other black man like

Menelik, who had triggered a lasting fear and doubt in the mind of Europeans”

Augustus Wylde

“Menelik, the Great, inspired generations yet unborn with his daring defeat of

the Italian Army at the battle of Adwa. He tried diplomacy and experienced

cunning: he showed character and got in return snobbery and lies; and when

he saw the signs of war, he rallied Ethiopian forces to defeat the enemy on

African soil. This became one of the most important lessons in African

history.”

Molefi Kete Asante, author of The History of Africa

 “In 1896 it was evident that the Europeans, even those who said they were the

friends of Ethiopia, would come together and betray Menelik after the Treaty of

Wuchale. Africans were encouraged by the ultimate victory of Menelik’s genius

and the courage of his soldiers on the battlefield. Let our youth never forget

the many heroes of our victories; let our nations raise monuments to them in

every city to teach lessons of resistance, selflessness, and Pan African Unity!”

Molefi Kete Asante, author of The History of Africa

Professor Mammo Muchie brings the new Pan African University:

How great we do a proclamation to establish the ADWA Pan African University at the 130th Anniversary of the Great Adwa African Victory.

We should have a university with 6 campuses from East, West, South, North, Central Africa and in the Diaspora in the Carribean and also in AMERICA /Latin America.

How great to know your ideas.

Kindly share with me soonest as we start the 130 years commemoration on 26 February until March 2,2026 in Cape Town and with Parade to the South African Parliament. We need to look for funding to kickstart the foundation of this university to unite Africa by building strong indigenous knowledge curriculum.

Indian scholar wrote to Professor Mammo Muchie:

"You are truly one of the greatest human beings I have ever encountered in my 57 years. Your profound human values define a remarkable legacy—one that shines through your compassion, humility, and respect for every living creature on earth. These qualities place you far above the narrow confines of ordinary pursuits, embodying a rare depth of spirit.

It is difficult to capture the essence of your life through the eyes of an ordinary soul. Like Einstein, Planck, and Gandhi, the principles you uphold reflect a timeless wisdom and an unwavering commitment to humanity. Ten years ago, I believed that my admiration for you might fade with time. Yet, as you spent time with me and my humble family, I witnessed something extraordinary—the consistency of your kindness and the humility of your greatness.

Like a pebble refined on the shore or gold shaped in the lathe, your heart and soul have only grown brighter and more invaluable with time. You are not only a scholar of the mind but a legend of the spirit."

Professor Mammo Muchie shares invitation to participate to the 2nd International EthiopiaLics Conference:

Attached please go carefully through the Concept Note of the 2nd International EthiopiaLics Conference to welcome all scholars from all over the world to come to the unique and the special Pan African home Ethiopia where humanity originated.

The conference call will peer review rigorously with   the scientific organizing committee scholars by welcoming contributions from young and senior researchers from all parts of Ethiopia,the rest of Africa and also from all over the world.

How great all the stakeholders from all over the world can assist by the provision of funding to make the 2nd International EthiopiaLics conference the most inspirational exemplary model to generate scholarly research excellence and collaboration to prevail. Kindly welcome to the 2nd Ethiopialics Conference!!! 

The selected papers will be published based on thematic areas in the journals as special issues and books.

The Office of the AUSC President and Founder sends to the whole world the AUSC Critical Thinkers' mindsets of Pan-Africanism: 

In the mindsets of African Youth, the Pan Africanism builds the image of the Better Africa We Deserve, as We make the imaginations of the historical wars of freedom fighters who stood up to liberate this continent of Africa from fundamental forms of colonialisms, and raised the Africa we have today to this level where We speak the truth of who are the African People in their mindsets such as Menelik, the Great, inspired generations yet unborn with his daring defeat of the Italian Army at the battle of Adwa in 130 Years Ago. 

Therefore, the African Union Students' Council (AUSC)"For The Better Africa We Deserve" advances the cerebration for African Victory of ADWA with Most Respected Professor, Mammo Muchie the AUSC Presidency's Special Advisor.


Opportunity:

Link: https://twas.org/opportunity/seed-grant-new-african-principal-investigators-sg-napi

For effective participation in the above events contact WhatsApp:

Professor Mammo Muchie himself at: +27 72 750 2841

AUSC President and Founder's Office at: +250 787384244

AUSC International Communication Office at: +250 781 907 002

Best Regards.




AUSC International Communication Office

Kigali-Rwanda.

E-mail: ausc.president.office@gmail.com

www.africanunionsc.org





Friday, February 20, 2026

The African Union Students' Council (AUSC)"For The Better Africa We Deserve" Office of the Founder and President Shares The East African Business Council (EABC) Summit 2026 Updates:

AUSC Accreditation for the East African Business & Investment Summit & Expo 2026 (24th-25th February 2026, Safari Park Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya):


Dear Dr H.E Dr. IRAGUHA BANDORA Yves,


The East African Business Council (EABC) is pleased to confirm that 
 Dr H.E Dr.IRAGUHA BANDORA Yves, Founder and President of The African Union Students' Council (AUSC) "For The Better Africa We Deserve " has been accredited to participate in the East African Business & Investment Summit & Expo 2026 (EABIS 2026), taking place on 24th–25th February 2026 at Safari Park Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya.


Your accreditation pass number is 
139This pass grants you access to all Summit sessions and the Expo floor. If you are unable to attend, please inform us promptly so that we can allocate your pass to another participant.

Please find the Event Program and 
Logistic Note on the Event Website for more information.

B2B Networking

Find List of companies with whom you may schedule B2B engagements by contacting us at mbithey@eabc-online.com and communications@eabc-online.com  Link: https://eabc-online.com/businesssummit2026/b2b-networking/

We also encourage you to register on the EABIS 2026 B2B Online Chat Network to connect directly with participants and arrange meetings in advance: https://business-summit.netlify.app/

Take advantage of these platforms to maximize your networking and partnership opportunities at the EABIS 2026.

Theme: “Promoting Private Sector–Driven Regional Integration for Increased Intra- and Extra-EAC Trade and Investment”

Motto: “EAC Rising: From Reform to Results in a Thriving Pan-African Market”

Program Highlights:

Day 1 Highlights

  • High-Level Opening Ceremony & Keynote Address
  • EAC Economic Horizons – High-Level - Presidential Fireside Chat
  • Insight Exchange Sessions
    • Enhancing Intermodal Transport & Infrastructure Connectivity
  • High-Level CEOs Dialogues
    • Unlocking the Potential of Trade in Services
    • Driving Industrialization in East Africa
  • Exhibition & Business Matchmaking (B2B)
    • Ribbon cutting ceremony
    • Networking lunch & tea
  • Evening Business Networking Reception

 Day 2 Highlights

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Open Skies: Advancing Air Transport Liberalization for a Borderless Africa
  • Leveraging Regional and Continental Integration
  • Parallel Breakout Sessions
    • Digital Tax Stamps & Fighting Illicit Trade
    • Unlocking SME Growth: Access to Finance & Mentorship
    • Launch of ITC NTM Self-Assessment Tool & MSME Financing Gateway
    • Strengthening Digital Trade & E-Commerce in the EAC
    • Mutual Recognition Agreements for Engineers
  • Fireside Chat: Unlocking Private Capital for Green Logistics
  • Official Closing Ceremony & Adoption of Business Summit Resolutions

Day 3 (Optional)

  • Industrial Park Visit in partnership with KenInvest

 
The Summit will also feature curated B2B matchmaking sessions and an Expo showcasing different priority sectors. Key outcomes and recommendations will be consolidated into a Communiqué to be presented to the Chairperson of the EAC Council of Ministers

NB: Please bring a valid form of identification along with your accreditation pass for verification at the entrance.


We look forward to welcoming you at the East African Business and Investment Summit 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya.

 

 

East African Business Council (EABC)
Ninth Floor, Mafao House | Old Moshi Road | Arusha | Tanzania
P. O. Box 2617 | Tel: +255 27 2520162/3 | Cell+255 758489761
Email: 
info@eabc-online.com  | communications@eabc-online.com  website: www.eabc-online.com   
EABC - The Voice of the Private Sector in East Africa


The African Union Students' Council (AUSC)"For The Better Africa We Deserve" Office of the Founder and President has pleasure to shares The East African Business Council (EABC) Summit 2026 Updates.

After long time ago, contributing to the networking and connection with effectiveness of the African Young innovators and business ideas creators in the shaping of African Continent's better future, the East African Business Council (EABC) has been organizing summits and Webinars, with maximum Youth involvement, aiming to make the new generations of the African continent becoming more pound of the beautiful Continent of Africa which is the primary earthly resourceful and rich Cradle of Humanity We inherited not only from our ancestors and freedom fighters, but also from The Almighty God The Creator of everything from nothing.

With these regards, The Office of the Founder and President of The African Union Students' Council (AUSC)"For The Better Africa We Deserve" has pleasure to participate maximumly in the EABC's coming Summit 2026, thus contributing to shaping the future of this African Continent with AUSC.

Below is the event's updates:

The East African Business Council (EABC) in partnership with Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA) and the East African Community (EAC)  is pleased to invite you to register for the East African Business & Investment Summit & Expo 2026 (EABIS 2026), taking place on 24th–25th February 2026 at Safari Park Hotel in Nairobi, KenyaRegister Now 
Held under the theme: “Promoting Private Sector–Driven Regional Integration for Increased Intra- and Extra-EAC Trade and Investment” and inspired by the motto: “EAC Rising: From Reform to Results in a Thriving Pan-African Market,” The East African Business & Investment Summit & Expo 2026 (EABIS 2026), is the premier high-level platform to shape the East Africa Economic Agenda and unlock new investment and trade opportunitiesVisit Event Website 

Therefore, On behalf of the African Union Students' Council (AUSC) "For The Better Africa We Deserve", the AUSC Founder and President Office in Kigali-Rwanda has the pleasure to share the received invitation to join the EABC summit 2026, and we as well invite all AUSC leaders, members and Friends to participate physically and online to this special summit in Nairobi-Kenya.

Introduction to the New EABC Executive Director and EABC Jumuiya Watch Newsletter as of 15th February 2026

Dear Esteemed Member / Partner,

The Board of the East African Business Council (EABC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Ahmed Farah as the new substantive Executive Director, following a competitive recruitment process. Mr. Farah is a distinguished trade and investment policy expert with over two decades of leadership experience across East Africa and other African markets.
 

 

Prior to joining EABC, he served as Country Director for Kenya at TradeMark Africa (TMA), where he led large, multi-year programmes focused on trade facilitation, corridor performance, customs modernisation, and private-sector competitiveness. He previously served as Chief Executive Officer of the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) and held senior advisory and leadership roles at Deloitte East Africa and PwC.

Mr. Farah holds a Master’s degree in International Development from the University of Manchester and a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) from Kenyatta University. He is a Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (CPA K) and a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), with additional qualifications in corporate governance and strategic leadership.

Throughout his career, Mr. Farah has demonstrated exceptional expertise in regional integration, public–private dialogue, donor relations, and resource mobilisation to deliver measurable trade and investment outcomes. He is widely recognised for his ability to translate regional and continental trade commitments—including the East African Community (EAC) integration agenda and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)—into practical reforms that reduce trade costs, ease cross-border procedures, and improve market access for businesses.

His appointment comes at a critical time as EABC intensifies advocacy to address non-tariff barriers, high trade and logistics costs, and uneven implementation of regional commitments. As Executive Director, Mr. Farah will lead the EABC Secretariat in implementing the EABC Strategic Plan, strengthening engagement with members and National Focal Points, deepening collaboration with the EAC Secretariat, Organs and Institutions, and spearheading high-level advocacy at Ministerial and Heads of State levels.

The Board expresses its full confidence in Mr. Farah’s leadership and invites all stakeholders, partners, and the wider business community to extend their full support and cooperation as he undertakes this important role in advancing EABC’s vision of a borderless East Africa that drives business growth, investment, and jobs. For correspondence and collaboration, Mr. Farah can be reached at afarah@eabc-online.com | director@eabc-online.com.

We kindly invite you all to join us in congratulating Mr. Ahmed Farah on his appointment and to accord him your full support as he assumes this important responsibility.

Issued on behalf of the EABC Board
Hon. John Lual Akol Akol
Chairperson
East African Business Council (EABC)

 

 

EABC Jumuiya Watch, outlining EABC activities and advocacy initiatives undertaken during the period of January 2026.
This Issue, You Will Find:

  • Our flagship Event - East African Business & Investment Summit & Expo will take place from 24th to 25th February 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya. Register at: http://www.eabc-online.com/businesssummit2026
  • Invest.EastAfrica! – Business and Investment Forum concluded with five new business partnerships to boost economic ties between Germany and East Africa
  • Webinars on Navigating Quality Requirements in EAC  KenyaRwandaTanzaniaSouth SudanBurundiUganda.
  • EABC Media Mentions 
  • EABC Upcoming Events and Activities 
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Invest.EastAfrica! – Business and Investment Forum concluded with five new business partnerships to boost economic ties between Germany and East Africa

▪️ Participants explored concrete cooperation opportunities in joint investment priority areas, such as agri-business, pharmaceuticals, AI, carbon credits, as well as tourism

BERLIN, Germany, January 30, 2026/APO Group/ -- The “Invest.EastAfrica! – Business and Investment Forum” concluded at the GIZ (www.GIZ.de/de) Representation in Berlin, launching five new business partnerships by leading European companies such as Bayer, Melitta and ofi with their East African partners. The partnerships are designed to accelerate sustainable trade, stronger value chains and inclusive growth — from digital business models and artificial intelligence to coffee and cashew processing, entrepreneurship, and venture building. Download report and 
Watch video Invest.EastAfrica! German-East African Investment Forum 2026.

Parliamentary State Secretary to the Federal Minister for Economic Cooperation and Development, Bärbel Kofler: “The five partnerships between German and East African private sector actors and the BMZ presented today send a clear message: Germany and the EAC are driving a form of private sector cooperation that delivers economic growth while creating tangible benefits for people. The BMZ will continue its close collaboration with the East African Community to strengthen regional integration and improve reliable investment framework conditions.”
Over three days, companies moved from initial interest to structured project pipelines—agreeing on next steps and timelines on a foundation of trust
Over the course of the forum, more than 350 representatives of German companies met a delegation of 60 East African businesses across a three-day programme in Frankfurt am Main and Berlin. Participants explored concrete cooperation opportunities in joint investment priority areas, such as agri-business, pharmaceuticals, AI, carbon credits and tourism.

East Africa is fast consolidating its position as Africa’s economic powerhouse, with inter-regional trade expanding by more than 12 per cent. At the same time, the East African Community is reviving their efforts to finalise the EAC-EU Economic Partnership Agreement—a timely step, given that the EU currently ranks only as the region’s fourth-largest trading partner. Against this backdrop, the forum—hosted in the State of Hesse, one of Germany’s economic powerhouses—aimed to deepen German-East African economic ties and diversify both regions' trade and investment portfolios in an era of mounting geopolitical challenges.

“At a time when the world is once again turning to isolation, we are sending a clear signal for open trade and the diversification of our economic relations. East Africa, with its more than 320 million inhabitants, is an important future market for Hessian companies—dynamic, innovation-strong and strategically relevant,” says Manfred Pentz, Hessian State Minister for International Affairs.

In the same spirit—moving from political intent to practical delivery—Christoph Kannengießer, CEO of the German-African Business Association Afrika-Verein, emphasises: “Invest.EastAfrica! shows how purposeful dialogue can translate into concrete cooperation. Over three days, companies moved from initial interest to structured project pipelines—agreeing on next steps and timelines on a foundation of trust. Diversifying markets is a shared strategic objective, and this forum helps turn it into a practical, investable collaboration.”
Building on the momentum of the first edition, the event partners — including Afrika-Verein, the State of Hesse, German Development Cooperation (GIZ), IHK Frankfurt & Friedberg and Berlin, BVWM, as well as the East African Community and the East African Business Council (EABC) — will support the development of ten additional business cooperations to be launched at next year’s forum. These projects are expected to target an estimated 500 million EUR in investment volume and involve German companies such as Deutsche Bank, Commerzbank, ODDO Bank, Lufthansa, and Fresenius, alongside their East African partners such as Cassava, Bedi Investment, Hormuud and Equatorial Nuts. “As the business community of East African we are welcoming the rich results of the business forum and are ready to implement these agreed cooperation projects and more to boost economic ties with Germany,” concluded Jas Bedi, Vice-Chairperson of the East African Business Council. Read More


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Watch the Webinar on Market Intelligence for Leather, Textiles, and Edible Oils value chain, focusing on the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), organized under the EABC–AfDB Project: Accelerating Sustainable and Inclusive Industrialization in the EAC.

Market Intelligence for manufacturers in the leather, textiles, and edible oils sectors

End-to-End Export & Import Procedures (EAC & AfCFTA)

 

The East African Business Council (EABC) participated in the Powering East Africa’s Growth webinar as a regional private sector apex body, contributing perspectives on trade facilitation, regional integration, and private sector–led growth within the East African Community.

EABC was represented by Mr. Adrian Njau, Acting Executive Director, who underscored the importance of translating policy commitments under the EAC and AfCFTA frameworks into tangible outcomes for businesses. EABC highlighted persistent implementation challenges affecting intra-regional trade, including non-tariff barriers, logistics inefficiencies, and uneven regulatory alignment, while emphasising the critical role of structured public–private dialogue and coordinated regional action. 

Download   Post–Webinar Report Powering East Africa’s Growth – Equity Group and  Equity Group -Trade and Working Capital Finance
 

 

 

EABC, ITC, and AQP Equip SMEs on Quality Compliance to Boost Regional and Global Market Access

Nairobi, Kenya | 19 January 2026 
— The East African Business Council (EABC), with the support from The International Trade Centre (ITC), under the EU–EAC Market Access Upgrade Programme Phase II (MARKUP II) funded by the European Union and the Association of Quality Professionals (AQP), successfully convened a national webinar on “Navigating Quality Requirements with the EAC Quality for Trade Platform.” The webinar strengthened the capacity of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to comply with quality standards and enhance their competitiveness in regional and global markets.. Read More

 

EABC and Partners Equip Rwandan SMEs on Quality Compliance to Unlock Regional and Global Markets

Kigali, Rwanda — The East African Business Council (EABC), in partnership with the International Trade Centre (ITC) and the Rwanda Association of Quality Assurance (RAQ), convened a national webinar aimed at strengthening the capacity of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to meet quality requirements for regional and international trade.

The webinar, titled “Navigating Quality Requirements with the EAC Quality for Trade Platform,” brought together exporters, quality professionals, business support organizations, and policymakers to enhance awareness and practical understanding of standards, certification processes, and market access obligations. Read More

 

EABC and Partners Strengthen Tanzania’s SMEs on Quality Compliance for Regional and Global Trade

Arusha, Tanzania — The East African Business Council (EABC), in partnership with the International Trade Centre (ITC) and the National Quality Assurance Tanzania (NQAT), convened a national webinar to enhance the capacity of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to comply with quality requirements and improve their access to regional and international markets. Read More

 

EABC and Partners Support South Sudan’s SMEs to Meet Quality Standards for Competitive Trade

Juba, South Sudan — The East African Business Council (EABC), in partnership with the International Trade Centre (ITC) and the Alliance for South Sudanese MSMEs (ASSM), convened a national webinar to strengthen the capacity of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to comply with quality requirements and improve their participation in regional and international trade. Read More

 

EABC and Partners Equip SMEs on Quality Compliance through the EAC Quality for Trade Platform

Bujumbura, Burundi  — The East African Business Council (EABC), in partnership with the International Trade Centre (ITC) and national quality institutions, convened a national webinar on “Navigating Quality Requirements with the EAC Quality for Trade Platform.” The session aimed to strengthen the capacity of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to comply with regional and international standards and improve their competitiveness in export markets. Read More

 

EABC, ITC and QAAUL Support Ugandan MSMEs to Navigate Quality Requirements for Export Markets

Kampala, Uganda | January 2026 – The East African Business Council (EABC), in collaboration with the International Trade Centre (ITC) and the Quality Assurance Association of Uganda Limited (QAAUL), convened a national webinar to strengthen the capacity of Ugandan Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to comply with quality requirements and enhance their access to regional and international markets.

The webinar, titled “Navigating Quality Requirements with the EAC Quality for Trade Platform,” brought together private sector associations, exporters, quality professionals, and business support institutions to explore practical solutions that help enterprises meet standards, regulations, and buyer expectations. Read More

 

 

 

 

The EABC Policy Advocacy Agenda 2025–2026, developed by the East African Business Council in collaboration with national and sectoral private sector associations across the EAC, outlines regional private sector policy priorities aimed at improving the trade and investment environment.  Download EABC Policy Advocacy Agenda 2025-2026

 

 

The East African Business Council (EABC) in partnership with Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA) and the East African Community (EAC)  is pleased to invite you to register for the East African Business & Investment Summit & Expo 2026 (EABIS 2026), taking place on 24th–25th February 2026 at Safari Park Hotel in Nairobi, KenyaRegister Now 
Held under the theme: “Promoting Private Sector–Driven Regional Integration for Increased Intra- and Extra-EAC Trade and Investment” and inspired by the motto: “EAC Rising: From Reform to Results in a Thriving Pan-African Market,” The East African Business & Investment Summit & Expo 2026 (EABIS 2026), is the premier high-level platform to shape the East Africa Economic Agenda and unlock new investment and trade opportunitiesVisit Event Website 

 

 


Webinar
Unlocking DRC’s Investment Frontier 
19th February 2026 from 14:00 - 15:30Hrs (EAT) R
egistration link:  https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_c1nAsFuZTkWZLE2748yhdg#/registration

22–29 March – Lubumbashi & Kolwezi, DRC
In-Person Trade Mission
Building Value at the Heart of Africa

29 March – 1 April – Kinshasa, DRC (Optional)
In-Person Engagement

25–27 March – Nairobi, Kenya
In-Person
Kenya International Investment Conference 2026

13–23 April – Guangzhou, China
In-Person
Canton Fair

20–21 April – London, United Kingdom
In-Person Trade Mission
Commonwealth Trade and Investment Summit

11–12 May – Nairobi, Kenya
In-Person
Africa–France Summit 2026

20 May – Tanzania & Zanzibar
Webinar
Investing in Tanzania & Zanzibar: Emerging Opportunities and Insights

4 June – Kenya
Webinar
Equity Group Energy Opportunities in Kenya

June (TBC) – Nigeria
In-Person Trade Mission

28 June – 3 July – Tanzania & Zanzibar
In-Person Trade Mission
Investing in the Indian Ocean Growth Corridor


For further information, please contact:
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irene.irungu[at]equitybank.co.ke 
Tel: +254 763 717 545

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Published on February 20th, 2026
Approved by the Office of the Founder and President of The African Union Students' Council (AUSC)"For The Better Africa We Deserve".

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