On March 23rd, 2025, the CSAE Conference opened with a powerful panel session at the Riverside Lecture Theatre, St Catherine’s College, Oxford.
ABAN’s CEO, Fadilah Tchoumba, joined a distinguished line-up to spotlight the transformative role of angel investing in unlocking private capital for Africa’s economic growth.
Hosted by the University of Oxford, the CSAE Conference brings together top thinkers in development economics. This year’s three-day gathering featured an exciting blend of keynotes, panels, and research sessions, all geared towards shaping Africa’s development agenda.
In the opening panel, Fadilah contributed to discussions on:
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Innovative finance and private sector development
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Investment trends across the continent
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Policy pathways to inclusive economic transformation
Her role at the conference played a key role in redefining the importance of local early-stage capital and the pivotal role that angel investors play in building Africa’s startup ecosystem. As the continent looks to scale entrepreneurship and innovation, angel investing continues to be a catalytic force for inclusive growth.
Watch the session clip here for more details!
