Invitation Journée d'échanges USAID-Partenaires Locaux (Industry Day)
ID: 356467Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

Senegal USAID-Dakar (USAID-SEN)

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/356467
Timeline
    Description

    USAID Senegal is hosting an "Industry Day" on September 30, 2024, at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Dakar, aimed at engaging local partners regarding a new investment support initiative for Senegalese small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The event will facilitate discussions on co-investment strategies, investment approaches tailored to the Senegalese market, and potential risks and opportunities, fostering partnerships that align with USAID's goals for economic growth in the region. This initiative follows the successful West Africa Trade and Investment Hub project and is part of USAID's localization strategy to enhance private investments that support SME growth and job creation for youth and women. Interested organizations must register by September 26, 2024, as attendance is limited to 60 in-person participants, with options for virtual participation available. For further inquiries, contact Ndeye A Wilane at dakaregosolicitations@usaid.gov or call 33 879 4000.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Ndeye A Wilane Acquisition Assitance Specialist
    33 879 4000
    dakaregosolicitations@usaid.gov
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    Industry.pdf
    The USAID Senegal is hosting an Industry Day on September 30, 2024, at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Dakar, aimed at engaging local partners regarding a new investment support initiative for Senegalese SMEs. This event is part of USAID's localization strategy and will cover the objectives of a co-investment project following the success of the West Africa Trade and Investment Hub. Attendees will include local organizations such as businesses, banks, investment funds, and support services for SMEs. The meeting will facilitate discussions about the project approach and enable participants to network in preparation for an upcoming call for concept notes, which will lead to selecting implementation partners for the future project. Interested organizations are encouraged to propose participants to attend and are required to register by September 26, 2024. The event aims to foster partnerships that align with USAID's goals for economic growth in Senegal through collaborative investment efforts.
    Terms.pdf
    USAID/Sénégal is organizing an "Industry Day" on September 30, 2024, at the Radisson Blu in Dakar to discuss its new project supporting investment in small and medium enterprises (SMEs). This initiative follows the successful "West Africa Trade and Investment Hub" project, aiming to catalyze sustainable economic growth and improve food security in the region. The Industry Day intends to socialize the new project, outline its strategic approach, and engage partners in developing partnership models and investment strategies suitable for the local context. Participants will discuss key questions regarding co-investment approaches, appropriate investment strategies for the Senegalese market, and potential risks and opportunities associated with the project. Expected outcomes include sharing USAID's localization strategy, gathering partner input on the new initiative, and fostering connections for future collaboration among stakeholders. Limited to 60 in-person participants, the event also offers online participation. The agenda includes registration, opening remarks, USAID presentations, group discussions, and networking opportunities. This forum underscores USAID's commitment to enhancing private investments that support SME growth while promoting job creation for youth and women in Senegal.
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