On January 28, 2025, FAB L’Style Magazine had the honour of attending and participating in Africa Day 2025, an event that continues to serve as a catalyst for meaningful business cooperation between African and European enterprises. Held as a hybrid event, Africa Day provided a platform for companies, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders to connect, exchange insights, and explore opportunities across diverse sectors.
Harriet Hala Kahuzu on the Role of the African Diaspora
One of the event’s highlights was the inspiring speech delivered by Harriet Hala Kahuzu, Founder and Editor-in-Chief of FAB L’Style Magazine. Harriet’s keynote address focused on the crucial role of the African Diaspora in business cooperation, emphasizing how individuals of African descent in Europe act as catalysts for collaboration, ambassadors of African excellence, and builders of sustainable business networks. She also shed light on the challenges faced in cross-continental trade, calling for improved regulatory frameworks to enable seamless creative and economic exchanges.
Overcoming Business Challenges Between Africa and Europe
- The African Diaspora serves as a bridge between two continents, fostering innovation and partnerships.
- Storytelling and representation play a pivotal role in changing perceptions and increasing opportunities for African businesses in European markets.
- Stronger business ecosystems and networking platforms are essential for driving sustainable collaboration.
- The need for regulatory adaptations to promote smoother trade exchanges between Africa and Europe.
Harriet’s insights resonated deeply with the audience, reinforcing FAB L’Style’s commitment to connecting African talent with global opportunities. Through our media platform, we continue to amplify the voices of African entrepreneurs, creatives, and business leaders, fostering a new wave of cross-border partnerships that drive economic empowerment.
Other Key Speakers at the Event:
Africa Day 2025 featured a lineup of distinguished speakers, including:
Martin Kocher – Federal Minister at the Federal Ministry of Labour and Economy
Mariana Kühnel – Deputy Secretary General at the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber
Roseline Njogu – Principal Secretary at the State Department for Diaspora Affairs, Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs
Juliet Ehimuan – Founder, Beyond Limits Africa & Former Director of Google West Africa
Victoria Gathogo – Innovation Manager, WFP Innovation Accelerator – Africa Programmes, UN World Food Programme
The Future of Africa-Europe Business Partnerships
The discussions revolved around navigating Africa’s diverse markets, overcoming business challenges, and unlocking investment potential across various industries.
FAB L’Style Magazine remains committed to fostering business cooperation between Africa and Europe. We invite entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators to join us in amplifying African creativity and enterprise on the global stage.
All Images: (c) Marko Kovic
