After a successful debut in 2006 Niger will host the 2nd UEMOA Min-Tel Conference & Showcase from the 24th to the 26th of February 2009. This event aims at boosting the mining, petroleum and telecommunication industry in the UEMOA region.

This event is supported by the UEMOA, Ministry of Commerce and Industry Niger, Ministry of Mines and Energy Niger, Ministry of Telecommunications Niger, ARM, HC/NTIC.

This high-level, three-day event will demonstrate the investment opportunities, technical developments, restructuring and financing plans which UEMOA’s telecommunications, mining and petroleum sector is experiencing. The event will allow participants to exchange ideas and form strategies for the promotion and development of the telecommunications, mining and petroleum sector in the UEMOA region.

For the information pack and the opportunities for participation please contact:

Siham Ammoura ITE Group plc
Tel: +44 (0)20 7596 5213
Fax: +44 (0)20 7596 5123
Email: siham.ammoura@ite-exhibitions.com
 

Established in 2001, the program enables democracy activists, practitioners, scholars, and journalists from around the world to deepen their understanding of democracy and to enhance their ability to promote democratic change. The program is intended primarily to support activists, practitioners, and scholars from new and aspiring democracies; distinguished scholars from the United States and other established democracies are also eligible to apply.

Projects may focus on the political, social, economic, legal, and cultural aspects of democratic development and may include a range of methodologies and approaches. A working knowledge of English is required.

The application deadline for fellowships in 2009-2010 has been extended to Monday, November 10, 2008. 

For more information please contact:
Program Assistant, Fellowship Programs Tel: (202) 378-9700
International Forum for Democratic Studies Fax: (202) 378-9407
National Endowment for Democracy E-mail: fellowships@ned.org
1025 F Street, N.W., Suite 800
Washington, D.C. 20004

Tanzania has enjoyed a decade of strong economic growth and is now aiming to become a hub for East African business. But it is still struggling to improve its infrastructure and wipe out corruption. Will the government speed up reforms and give a much-needed boost to the private sector? Can the country diversify into new areas — IT and telecommunications — while also supporting the successful mining and tourism sectors?

The First Business Roundtable with the Government of Tanzania is your opportunity to explore the challenges of a fast-growing economy with ambitious aims. Sessions will be led by President Jakaya Kikwete and senior ministers of his government.

Join us to debate key topics including:

• Can private sector funding help tackle Tanzania's infrastructure bottlenecks?
  
• Is the government doing enough to tackle corruption?
  
• How do new investors from China and India see Tanzania?
  
• How can tourism be developed to realise its full potential?
  
• Can the country diversify into new areas such as IT and telecoms?

Why you should attend

• Find out how the government plans to enhance its profile as a business hub in East Africa.
• Benefit from up-to-date briefings from President Jakaya Kikwete and senior government and business figures.
• Enjoy networking with your peers in a highly rewarding, off-the-record setting
  

This high-level forum has limited capacity and we expect strong demand for places. Reserve your place today to ensure you don't miss out.

Members of Africa Confidential receive a €200 discount off the full registration fee.
Contact Tamara Joseph, (431) 712 41 61 21, tamarajoseph@economist.com for more information.