Africa Global Chamber of Commerce

13th Edition of Africa Speakers Series Featuring The United Republic of Tanzania!

You are invited to the 13th Africa Speaker Series - A Monthly Business Networking Forum Featuring Investing Opportunities in the United Republic of Tanzania with Keynote Speaker , Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the United Republic of Tanzania to the United States. This Hybrid Forum will take place on Thursday June 25, 2026, from 10 am to 12 pm at AGCC Headquarters Conference Center & Lounge located at 401 N Michigan Avenue, Suite 1900 Chicago, Illinois 60611 - United States. This Forum is organized by Africa Global Chamber of Commerce (AGCC) in collaboration with the Embassy of the United Republic of Tanzania. The distinguished speakers include Keynote Speaker H.E. Ambassador Dr. Elsie Sia Kanza, , Founder and Partner at Evans International Law Firm and Secretary of the Board of Directors of AGCC, and , Founder and CEO of Agate Solutions and Board Member of AGCC. The forum will be moderated by , Co-Founder and Chairman of AGCC and Shaquana Teasley.

It’s open to public and register to the link below:

https://app.glueup.com/event/africa-speaker-series-featuring-investing-in-tanzania-forum-hybrid-180435/

Happy & Joyful Memorial Day!

On this National Moment of Remembrance, let’s take a moment to honor and pray for the Sons and Daughters of this Country both home and abroad on mission to protect our lives and humanity. It’s a time for action to bring peace and stop all wars globally. It’s time to treat with dignity the displaced people because of wars. It’s a time to hold accountable for those who committed the heinous crimes against humanity. It’s a time for economic development and more intra-trade & trade between Nations!!!

God bless you all

We’re still energized from the success of our “Investing in Burundi” event this past month!

It was an incredible opportunity to learn more about Burundi’s natural resources—especially its rare earth minerals—and to explore the many possibilities for investment and growth.

We were honored to hear from H.E. the Ambassador Jean Bosco Barage, who encouraged Burundians around the world to come together and contribute to building the country’s socio-economic future.

Thank you to all our speakers, attendees, and everyone who joined virtually. From networking to one-on-one conversations, this event truly brought people together in a meaningful way.

We appreciate each of you for being part of this journey!

The leaders of Africa Global Chamber of Commerce ( ) and World Business Chicago ( ) work tirelessly in tandem to attract and look for business opportunities to our beautiful City of Chicago’s economic development and growth. Last Thursday April 23, 2026, the two institutions had strategic & productive meeting that brought together , Ambassador Extraordinary & Plenipotentiary of Burundi to the United States and Americas, , Vice-Chairman of , and , Co-Founder & Chairman of . The purpose of the meeting was to explore investment and trade opportunities between the City of Chicago and Burundi. Burundi’s HE Ambassador offers to the City of Chicago to supply real earth and critical minerals (Nickel, Gold, Lithium, Titanium, Coltan, etc.) needed for technology industry development, Coffee, Tea, Fish, and many more export products. On the other hand, Mr. Smith highlighted what the City of Chicago can do in terms of investments in Burundi to add value to the natural resources and exports technologies and equipment, waste and clean energy, know-know, etc. The two leaders shared gifts as symbol of shared-value of Ubuntu spirit.
Stay tuned more to come….

The Leadership of would like to express our gratitude to , President of ; , Ambassador Extraordinary & Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Burundi; of ; , Senior Managing Director of Sterling Merchant Finance Ltd; , Founder & CEO of Transship Corp, , Parther at Evans International Law Firm & Board Secretary of ; , Founder & CEO of Agate Solutions, LLC; Board Members and Staff of ; , and all participants for the successful concluded Featuring Investment Opportunities in . Thank you H.E. Ambassador for presenting Burundi as a ready Country to do business with US Businesses - our Members and participants - investment opportunities in Real Earth - Strategic Minerals represents 20% of global production; Agriculture and Agribusiness- are the best in terms of World’s quality and aroma; Fishing - has 250 unique fish species and second-deepest lake in the world; other opportunities in Energy, Professional Development, Tourism with Hospitality Industry, Roads and Railway Construction, Digital Technology, and and more. The forum has reached our two main objectives: to connect Burundi business deals to the Chicago/US potential investors & Buyers and the organization of the mid-October 2026.
Stay tuned more to come….

⏳ Happening Tomorrow: Investing in Burundi Forum

The Africa Global Chamber of Commerce invites you to join us for a powerful Africa Speaker Series session focused on unlocking strategic investment opportunities in Burundi.

Hear directly from H.E. Jean Bosco Barege, Ambassador Extraordinary & Plenipotentiary of Burundi to the United States, alongside respected leaders including Roger Jantio, Amit Hasak, Demitrus Evans, and Prof. Jeanine Ntihirageza.

Topics include:
• Mining & critical minerals
• Agriculture exports (coffee & tea)
• Tourism & infrastructure
• Strategic partnerships for U.S. companies

📍 Northeastern Illinois University
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM CST
💻 Hybrid session available

Registration closes soon.
Secure your spot today: https://app.glueup.com/event/176315/register/

Africa Global Chamber of Commerce ( ) in collaboration with Northeastern Illinois University ( ) is pleased to invite you to meet with a lineup speakers at Featuring with Keynote Speaker , Ambassador Extraordinary & Plenipotentiary of Burundi to the US and distinguished Speakers , , , and . The forum will be moderated by and convened by at 5500 N St. Louis Avenue Chicago, Illinois 60612 - Golden Eagles Room.
For virtual participants, please register and you will receive an active link.

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Africa Speakers Series 2026!

Please join our 12th session Featuring on Thursday, April 23, 2026 from 10 am to 12 pm with Keynote Speaker , Ambassador Extraordinaire & Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Burundi to the United States. Africa Global Chamber of Commerce ( ) in collaboration with Northeastern Illinois University are hosting this Chicago Forum targeting , potential , and General Public (https://panafricanvisions.com/2026/03/burundi-targets-u-s-investors-at-chicago-business-forum/). For more details and registration, click on the link or scan the QR Code on the flyer below:
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Africa Day at UIC did NOT disappoint 🔥🌍✨
Hosted by the African Graduates Student Association

From the music to the food, the laughter to the trivia — every moment was a celebration of culture, excellence, and community. The students at UIC truly outdid themselves.

A standout moment of the evening was Dr. Kamanzi’s moving speech on “Carrying Home Within Us.” He shared powerful personal stories about returning to Rwanda after years abroad to help build the country’s financial sector and stock exchange — a reminder that no matter where life takes us, we have the power to pour back into the continent.

We were also honored to see him receive a well-deserved award 👏🏾

There was no dull moment — just pride, purpose, and pure African joy.