Patrick Achi, Kaba Nialé, Ahmed Cissé… ESCA Brings Decision-Makers Together to Think About Africa's Economic Future

Author: Samuel KADIOPublished on: June 9, 2026Country: Côte d'Ivoire

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Patrick Achi, Kaba Nialé, Ahmed Cissé… ESCA Brings Decision-Makers Together to Think About Africa's Economic Future

On the occasion of its 50th anniversary, the École supérieure de commerce d'Abidjan (ESCA) is organizing a strategic forum on June 11-12, 2026 in Abidjan, chaired by Jean Kacou Diagou, founder of NSIA Group. The event brings together figures such as Patrick Achi, Kaba Nialé, Ahmed Cissé, Mossadeck Bally, Lionel Zinsou, and Élisabeth Moreno to discuss Africa's economic transformation. Conferences will address leadership, governance, and the role of women leaders.

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