The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) has joined business leaders, policymakers, and global experts at the Africa Employers’ Summit to push for business growth and digital transformation across the continent.
The summit, hosted by the Federation of Kenya Employers in collaboration with Business Africa Employers Confederation, the International Labour Organisation (ILO), and the International Organisation of Employers (IOE), focused on shaping the future of work in Africa.
NECA President, Dr. Ifeanyi Okoye, stressed the need for African businesses to embrace innovation to remain competitive in a rapidly changing workplace.
Echoing this, NECA Director-General, Adewale Smatt-Oyerinde, said the digital economy and skills development are critical to enterprise sustainability. He urged African governments to create enabling environments where digital entrepreneurs can thrive.
Among other high-level participants were Kenya’s Deputy President, H.E. Prof. Kithure Kindiki, ILO Director-General Gilbert F. Houngbo, and IOE President Jacqueline Mugo.
