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10 APRIL 2019SOFITEL ABIDJAN, CÔTE D’IVOIRE

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Welcome to TXF Africa 2019

TXF Africa 2019 will throw open the doors for senior decision-makers across the project, export and commodities finance industries. A key Pan-African event,

the 2019 edition will host 300 C-Level international and local players discussing everything from the continent’s continual need for infrastructure financing to the

latest technologies taking the agri world by storm - we’ve got you covered!

With the central economic hub that is Abidjan providing the perfect backdrop for this year’s edition, we will be utilising smaller, interactive roundtables and workshops to

uncover the exciting opportunities across the region.

60+Speakers

140Companies

300Attendees

45%+Corporates

2018 DELEGATE BREAKDOWN:

Corporate

DFI/MFI

Bank

ECA

Insurer/ broker

3%2%

16%

35%

44%

The reviews are in!

“The premier event in the African market for

trade, export & commodity finance! Not to be

missed!”

Craig Weitz, Nedbank

“This has been an incredibly educating

two days for me. Very practical lessons on

Africa.”

Dr Layi Fatona, ND Western

“Cannot be bettered as a forum to exchange

ideas and obtain access to the key players in the

industry.”

Oliver Irwin, Bracewell

“The content has been very impressive.

Congratulations for the relevant speakers that

were selected as well as the moderators. I look

forward to the 2019 edition.”

Stephan Waema, Kipya, Africa Drilling Solutions

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Meet the headliners

Acrow Bridge

Azuri Technologies

BioTherm

Camel Oil

CMC di Ravenna Kenya

Branch

CMI Group

Colas

Contracta Engenharia

Damen Shipyards

Group

Dangote Industries

DMWA Resources

East Africa Extractives

Network

Elecnor

Eltel Networks

Engie Africa

Eurofinsa

GlaxoSmithKline

Goldplat

Gulf Bulk Petroleum

Gulf Energy

Hass Petroleum

Huawei

Kenergy Renewables

Kenya Electricity

Generating Company

Kipya- Africa Drilling

Solutions

Leadwood Energy

MAN Automotive

Mansoor Industries

Marubeni

Mitsubishi

Mitsui & Co.

Mota-Engil Group

National Oil

Corporation of Kenya

ND Western

Nokia

Olam International

Power Africa

Power China

Rolls Royce

SA Taxi

Scania

Schneider Electric

SENET

SMS INNSE

Senelec

Sprint Kenya

Strauss Energy

Tecnolines

Tyllium

uLima

VAMED

Vedanta Zinc

International

Vestas

VINCI Energies

Volvo

Top 2018 corporate guests

Aida N’diayeNational Programme

CoordinatorMILLENNIUM CHALLENGE

CORPORATION

Marie-Laure MazaudDeputy CEO

STOA

Matthew McLeanPresident Endsight

ConsultingENDSIGHT CONSULTING

Nicholas OliverBusiness Development Manager

NMS International

Josephine GauldBritish Ambassador to the Republic of Cote D’Ivoire

FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE,

UNITED KINGDOM

Birgitta Lindström KrukSenior Manager Export &

Project FinanceSCANIA

Victor EromoseleCEO

M.E. CONSULTING LIMITED

Dr. Robert BesselingExecutive Director

EXX AFRICA

Pierre EzanCFO

ENEO

Alhi KeitaDirector GeneralMOVING ROAD

Sujay SarkarRegional CFO, West &

Central AfricaOLAM INTERNATIONAL

Jared KotlerHead of Political Risk and

CreditTHE HARTFORD

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What s new for 2019?

Working group: Localising the supply chain

Case study: Natchigal power

Update: Abidjan metro

Join a series of workshops conducted in local language.

We’ll also provide simultaneous French translation throughout

the day

Dual-language programme

We debate – is Chinese investment the future for African infrastructure development, or

does it undermine local economic agency?

China: Where to next?

What’s the difference between French and English speaking economies in west Africa? Learn how to make the

most of each from companies who’ve worked with both

Spot thedifference

Hear from those working on the Abidjan metro on the challenges

surrounding the project

Key stakeholders discuss this landmark power project in

Cameroon

How can we capture a commodity’s full value within Africa? We workshop solutions for this key issue facing west

African agribusiness

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Agenda

Day 1

Opening RemarksWelcome to TXF Africa 2019!

Coffee and RegistrationSign in, grab a coffee and meet your next business partner

Breakfast briefing: The fundamentals of ECA financeJoin us for breakfast to learn about the bare bones of ECA financing. What is it, and what can it do for you? This educational session will set you up to make the most of the connections you’ll make at TXF Africa.Francisco Anzola, Principal, CC Solutions

Ministerial KeynoteWe kick off the day with an update from the Ivorian government who, with sights set on transforming Cote D’Ivoire into a middle-income country by 2020, are keen to continue the nation’s economic growth.

Celebrating Africa: Meeting the challenges with opportunityAfrica is a hive of activity when it comes to business opportunities - despite some hefty challenges. Our panel asseses:

• What challenges face international companies looking to invest in Africa, and what innovative solutions have been used to mitigate these?

• How can projects in challenging markets such as DRC, Libya, and Sudan be financed?

• How can we make the most of everything the continent has to offer?

Josephine Gauld, British Ambassador to the Cote D’Ivoire, UK Foreign & Commonwealth Office

Jared Kotler, Head of Political Risk & Credit, The Hartford

Moderator: Matt McLean, President, Endsight Consulting

Geopolitical OverviewHear the latest in geopolitical risk across the continent and learn where the opportunities lie.Dr Robert Besseling, Executive Director, EXX Africa

Audience response surveyOur live audience survey gives you a sense of the opinions in the room.

Networking coffee break

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Abidjan Metro: Where are we now?Hear from key players working on the Abidjan Metro:

• How’s the project coming along in terms of financing and implementation?

• Which challenges are still posing problems?

• The project was changed from a PPP to a sovereign loan - why was this, and are PPPs viable in Africa?

Alain Descamps, Chairman, Société des Transports Abidjanais sur Rails

Case study: Nachtigal DamWe gather key stakeholders in Cameroon’s Nachtigal Dam hydropower project to discuss the nuances of this landmark undertaking:

• What differentiates Nachtigal from other power projects in Cameroon?

• How will the project tackle the country’s energy needs?

Marie-Laure Mazaud, Deputy CEO, STOA Energy

Filling the gaps:Optimizing thecommodity supplychainAccess to finance is alwaysa major challenge when itcomes to financing dealsacross Africa. We examine:

• Which financial structurescan be used to connectsmaller players to the supply chain?

• Can trade tech helpsmall operatives be partof exciting investmentopportunities?

• Would a scoring mechanismboost smallholdercreditworthiness?

Sujay Sarkar, Regional CFO, Olam International

Powering AfricaElectrifying Africa is one of the biggestdevelopment goals on the continent. This roundtable will tackle:

• What opportunities are arising from renewables projects across the continent?

• How can we connect remote areas to the grid?

• What innovative solutions are implementedto ensure electrification across the continent?

Facilitator: Pierre Ezan, CFO, Eneo

Oil & gas: Opportunities from NigeriaWith commodities prices on the rise once again, Nigeria’s renowned oil and gas market can flourish once more. We ask:

• What are the key challenges at play?

• Does the Nigerian economy have a contingency plan if commodity prices fall?

• Where are the country’s greatest investment opportunities, and should the economy seek to diversify?

Moderator: Victor Eromosele, CEO, ME Consulting

Spot the difference:French and Englishspeaking WestAfricaAlthough geographicallyclose, the French andEnglish speaking economiesin Africa couldn’t be moredifferent; this often provesa steep learning curve forcompanies looking to invest.

This workshop investigates:

• Key procedural, cultural,and economic differencesbetween French and Englishspeaking countries in Africa

• Share your experience ofworking with the differenteconomies to educatecompanies looking to do the same

Nicholas Oliver, Business Development Manager, NMS International

Infrastructure stream Commodity stream Workshop stream

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Financing African deals: The ECA perspectiveAppetite for ECA cover remains voracious across Africa, with many international players keen towork on the continent.

Join this workshop to discuss

• Which ECA products are most popular in Africa and why?

• Do ECA local content requirements ever inhibit ECA involvement?

• How do Asian and Western ECAs differ when it comes to involvement in Africa?

• With tight marketing budgets and little time, how can we boost product understanding in African government and local banks?

Localisation working groupDespite West Africa’s booming agricultural sector, many goods are notprocessed locally - a significant amount of value is lost along the supply chain.

This working group will allow you to workshop the best solutions to this problem to promote African economic empowerment:

• Which strategic investments can be made by larger companies into solving the problem?

• Where are the opportunities for smaller operatives to localise

Regional focus: East AfricaEritrea and Ethiopia have opened the border; Rwanda is set to be the first African country off development aid; and Kenya continues to be a key player in the African market. This regional roundtable asks:

• What are the latest opportunities arising from East Africa, and how can we make the most of them?

• Which sectors are booming, and which are lagging behind?

• What are the key challenges at play when it comes to financing deals in the region?

Regional focus:Southern AfricaIt’s been an eventful few years for the SouthernAfrican political landscape,what with South Africa’srevamped pro-business stance and Zimbabwe’s promised recovery. Here welook in to:

• How has the changingpolitical landscape acrossSouthern Africa impactedbusiness?

• How will the push forgreater intra-African trade create opportunities for local companies in Southern Africa?

• How can we encourageinternational investmentinto the region?

Trade & SME financeSupporting local business will provide fantastic opportunity for companies across the continent. This session asks:

• What types of support do SMEs require?

• How are innovative trade tech solutions creating opportunities for SME customers?

• Is intra-African trade the key to local economic growth, and how can this be encouraged?

Local focus: Encouraging growth in French speaking marketsJoin this structured networking session which brings together local and international players looking to engage with the French speaking markets.

Idea lab Idea labWorkshop streamConducted in French

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Cocktail receptionOpen to all guests, this reception is yet another opportunity to meet potential business partners and continue the debates of the day. We look forward to welcoming you with a drink or two!

Chinese investment: Where to next?China’s investment into Africa has seen rapid increase over the past years. However, amongst the hubbub, some African governments – including Zambia, Tanzania & Rwanda - are backing out of Chinese projects. We round the day off with a heated industry debate:

• Is China’s hefty investment the way forward for successful infrastructure projects across Africa?

• Does Chinese investment create unsustainable debt for African countries?

• What is the effect of Chinese development on African economic empowerment?

Networking coffee break

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Attend TXF Africa 2019 and receive an exclusive 20% discount (£400)of a TXF Essentials subscription in 2019

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