IATF2025 – Benin Industrial Investment by ARISE IIP

Unlocking Industrial Opportunities in Benin –

A Pre-Tour Engagement with ARISE IIP

11 June 2025

This virtual pre-tour engagement serves as an introductory platform for prospective buyers to explore industrial sourcing opportunities in Benin, specifically within the Glo-Djigbé Industrial Zone (GDIZ) managed by ARISE IIP. Participants will gain first-hand insights into the manufacturing capabilities, product offerings, and export readiness of suppliers operating in key sectors including Agro-processing (with a focus on Cashew), Textiles & Garments, and Ceramics.

The session will also provide an overview of the African Buyers Programme (ABP) and the African Buyers Tour Programme (ABTP), highlighting how these initiatives are structured to connect African buyers with high-quality continental supply through facilitated tours, matchmaking, and access to trade-enabling tools.

Speakers

Mr. Létondji BEHETON

Directeur Général de la Société d’Investissement et de Promotion de l’Industrie (SIPI-BENIN SA)

Mr Herbert Moutangou

Arise

Mr Ebuka Okaja

Afreximbank

Programme

10H00 – 10H05

Opening Remarks: Welcome, overview of the webinar objectives, and strategic collaboration between Afreximbank and ARISE IIP.

Speakers: Ebuka Okaja, Afreximbank / Létondji Beheton , ARISE IIP

10H05– 10H15

Presentation on the African Buyers Programme (ABP) & Tour Strategy Overview of the programme’s objectives and structure.

Speaker: Ebuka Okaja, Afreximbank

10H15- 10H25

Presentation on the African Buyers Programme (ABP) & Tour StrategyAfreximbank Financial Facilities Overview of the programme’s objectives and structure.

Speaker: Gerald Nsomba, Afreximbank

10H25- 10H40

Introduction to ARISE IIP & Glo-Djigbé Industrial Zone (GDIZ) – Benin Highlighting investment potential and manufacturing capabilities.

Speaker: Létondji Beheton , ARISE IIP

10H40– 11H10

Sector-Focused Presentations Each speaker will provide a brief on sector strengths, production capacity, and export readiness: – Textiles & Garments: Vikas Budhiraja – Agro-processing (Cashew): Tejhash Modh – Agro-processing (Soyabeans): Arnaud Azilinon – Ceramic Tiles: Sanjay Koul Supporting panel: Jasveer Singh and Nikhil Gandhi

Speakers: Sector Leads from ARISE IIP

11H10- 11H30

Buyer Engagement & Q&A Session Interactive discussion with prospective buyers.
Moderated by Afreximbank, with support from ARISE IIP sector leads & supporting team

11H30– 11H40

Next Steps & Participation Criteria Tour qualification, participation timeline, and buyer expectations.

Speaker: Ebuka Okaja, Afreximbank

11H40– 11H45

Closing Remarks Reinforcing key takeaways and call to action.

Speaker: Herbert Moutangou, ARISE IIP