Join us for a webinar examining how circular economy action is shaping sustainable growth, trade and investment across Africa.
Across the continent, businesses, entrepreneurs and policymakers are taking practical steps to address waste management challenges and build more circular systems. From new waste management legislation in Kenya to corporate recycling and manufacturing initiatives, African actors are working to reduce pollution, improve resource efficiency and create new economic value.
Timed alongside the COP30 negotiations in Belém, Brazil, this discussion will explore how business innovation and policy frameworks intersect to support climate resilience, competitiveness and trade opportunities for African economies.
Discussion themes
The business case for Africa’s circular economy: how sustainable production supports profitability and inclusion.
Trade opportunities from circular innovation under AfCFTA and global partnerships.
Financing, policy and regulatory mechanisms for scaling circular business models.
How regional collaboration promotes harmonised standards and trade integration.
Speakers
Dr Amal Benaissa
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Dr Amal Benaissa leads Bank of Africa’s strategic Sustainability Advocacy with a strong focus on building partnerships that advance sustainable and inclusive finance. She engages with global and pan-African development finance institutions, international networks and policymakers to support alignment, knowledge sharing and collaborative solutions. And represents the Bank on key international platforms, including the UNEP FI PRB Academy Advisory Committee and the Global Capacity Building Coalition, contributing to sector thought leadership and capacity building.
Amal holds a Bachelor’s in Political Communication from Boston University, followed by a Master’s degree and a PhD in Media & International Relations from the London School of Economics.
Adebisi Adeoti
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Adebisi Adeoti is currently the Africa Head of Sustainability and Strategy and Managing Director of Dow Chemical – West Africa, with extensive experience in the manufacturing sector.
Recognised as a thought leader on sustainability and ESG across Africa, Adebisi has shared insights on various platforms, including through his role as co-chair of the Nigeria National Plastic Action Partnership (NPAP) and Food and Beverage Recycling Alliance (FBRA). His expertise spans environmental management, circular economy, and sustainable business practices.
He holds a degree in Industrial Chemistry and an MBA from Business School Netherlands, combining technical knowledge with strategic leadership in sustainability data management. Adebisi is passionate about education, sustainability, and particularly the role of African youth in driving sustainable development.
Nair de Sousa
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Nair de Sousa is a Climate Geoscientist and Energy Consultant dedicated to advancing Africa’s energy sector through climate action. She is currently the Energy Sustainability Director at the African Circular Business Alliance (ACBA), leading the implementation of low-carbon technologies, energy sustainability plans, and monitoring systems across power and industrial sectors. Drawing on her experience as a geoscientist, engineer, and policy analyst, she develops innovative solutions to support net-zero goals.
Previously, Nair contributed to carbon capture and storage policies in the US and Europe, bringing technical, policy, and business expertise to emerging African markets. At ACBA, she leads Geosciences & Technology teams, advising governments, businesses, and communities on circular economy strategies, regulatory frameworks, and carbon market development. Her research focuses on emissions quantification, CO₂ storage potential in countries such as Angola and Nigeria, and building infrastructure for carbon capture, transport, and storage.
Nair holds a BSc in Geology, a postgraduate qualification in Research Methods in Geosciences, an MSc in Reservoir Evaluation and Management, and recent training in Financial Risk Management and Climate Risk. She is a member of GWNET, the African Hydrogen Hub, a YALI Young African Leader, and a 2021 Mandela Washington Fellow, committed to sustainable development and climate resilience across Africa.
Ondiro Oganga
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Ondiro Oganga is an International Correspondent and global moderator focused on Africa’s economic and political affairs. With over a decade of experience, she has interviewed presidents, C-suite executives, and thought leaders and moderated high-level plenary sessions across the globe.
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