Date: July 18, 2024Time: 10:00 am (Cameroon time)
\nVenue: Mansel Hotel, Yaound\u00e9 (Register now)
\nBackground
\nCameroon has what it takes to become a thriving startup hub in Africa, despite many obstacles, most notably poor infrastructure. According to StartupBlink (2023), the country\u2019s startup ranking in 2023 remained stable at 116th globally and 2nd in the Central African region. Although the startup ecosystem is booming, many people are still unaware of all the resources available, the differences between them, or which ones are best for them. To remedy this situation, it is necessary to create an appropriate regulatory framework for the deployment of these structures to help them identify useful local resources. At this level, a well-developed start-up law is needed to facilitate the creation and development of start-ups in the country. The key would be to provide them with a regulatory framework for easy access to capital, mentoring and networking opportunities and to create more jobs, as the Startup Act comprises a set of policies, incentives and support initiatives aimed at fostering an environment conducive to startup growth, innovation and entrepreneurship. In this context, the Nkafu Policy Institute, a think tank of the Denis and Lenora Foretia Foundation, is organizing a panel discussion on \u201cWhy does a Startup Act Matter in Cameroon?
\nObjectives
\nThe main objective of this panel discussion is to examine the urgent need to enact a startup act in Cameroon, with the aim of strengthening the startup ecosystem. More specifically, it will :<\/p>\n
Present the limitations of the existing legal and regulatory framework for startups,
\nPresent the startup act as a catalyst for startup development and economic growth in Cameroon,
\nIdentify key areas for change,
\nPropose some important reforms to consider for a growing Cameroonian startup ecosystem.<\/p>\n
Target audience<\/p>\n
Startups incubator and accelerators
\nMinistry of Post and Telecommunication
\nFinancial sector
\nStartupers
\nTrainings schools and centers
\nMinistry of employment (Fond National de l\u2019Emploi, FNE)
\nMinistry of scientific research and innovation<\/p>\n
Expected outcomes
\nOverall expected outcomes of the panel discussion could contribute to a more supportive environment for startups in Cameroon, leading to economic growth, job creation, and innovation. This includes:<\/p>\n
Increased awareness among the general public about the Startup Act and its potential benefits for the Cameroonian economy;
\nImprove collaboration and networking among entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and support organizations;
\nIncreased investment and funding; and attract investors interested in the Cameroonian startup scene.<\/p>\n
Contact details
\nDenis and Lenora Foretia Foundation, Opposite Coll\u00e8ge J\u00e9sus-Marie Simbock B.P. 13415 \u2013 Yaound\u00e9, Cameroon
\nTelephone: ( 237) 654 86 72 54
\nEmail: info@foretiafoundation.org
\nWebsite: www.foretiafoundation.org \/ www.nkafu.org
\nREGISTER NOW<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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