ARISE Voices

▶️🔴 LIVE NOW – Episode 27 of #ARISEVoices with Cris Douty

This new episode takes us into the world of virtual reality and immersive creation with Cris Douty, artist, entrepreneur, and founder of Poénian Club and Poénian Studio in Côte d’Ivoire.

From culture to industry, Chris explains how VR can become a real engine for Africa’s development, far beyond gaming and entertainment.

In this episode, we explore:


🔹 How immersive technologies can make learning more accessible, engaging, and effective


🔹 Why VR is a powerful tool for training in fields like industry, healthcare, and technical skills


🔹 How digital creativity can help reconnect young people with African heritage


🔹 Why building local ecosystems of creators and innovators is key to Africa’s tech future

Virtual reality gives African students, creators and professionals a way to train, experiment and learn without waiting for expensive equipment or physical infrastructure.

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▶️🔴 LIVE NOW – Episode 26 of #ARISEVoices with Franck Kié

We welcome Franck Kié, cybersecurity consultant, entrepreneur, and Secretary General of the Cyber Africa Forum, for a conversation dedicated to Africa’s digital sovereignty.

A few key takeaways from the episode:

🔹 Why cybersecurity is everyone’s concern, not just a technical issue for experts or governments

🔹 The risks that citizens, companies, and industrial operators face every day across Africa

🔹 How cybersecurity supports Africa’s industrialisation and digital transformation

🔹 Why a strong African cybersecurity ecosystem relies on local skills, innovation, and public private collaboration

The message is clear: securing data and systems is now essential for resilient and competitive African economies.

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🎙️ Cette semaine, Bamba Lo, fondateur et CEO de PAPS, partage son parcours et sa vision de la logistique comme levier de transformation pour l’Afrique.

Avec PAPS, il repense l’accès aux biens essentiels à l’échelle régionale, même dans les zones les plus isolées.

Il revient sur :
🔺 Les défis concrets du scale-up en Afrique
🔺 Ce que signifie construire une entreprise engagée sur le long terme

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Join Dave Detechenou, ESG Manager at Arise IIP, as he delves into ARISE's dedication to sustainability and how industrial zones are playing a pivotal role in Africa’s green transformation.

In this episode, Dave covers:

🔺 The power of global partnerships in advancing sustainability

🔺 ARISE’s commitment to reducing emissions and empowering local communities

🔺 The creation of green jobs and the integration of circular economy principles

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What does it take to accelerate Africa’s economic transformation? Ayaan ADAM, Senior Director and CEO at AFC Capital Partners, shares her expert perspective on the power of private investment in shaping the continent’s future.

Key insights from this episode:

🔺 Driving sustainable industrialisation through strategic financing

🔺 The role of private capital in boosting infrastructure and employment

🔺 Unlocking new investment frontiers for long-term growth

🔺 Rethinking financial models to support Africa’s ambitions

A deep dive into the financial engines powering Africa’s next chapter.

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ARISE IIP has been on an exciting journey, attending top-tier textile events worldwide and forging strategic alliances with leading brands. One of these key moments took place at Texworld Apparel Sourcing in Paris, where we sat down with @Vikas Budhiraja, Sr. Vice President Marketing (Textiles & Apparels), to discuss the future of sustainable industrialisation in Africa.

An opportunity for us to go back over a few points:

🔺 The role of global partnerships in advancing sustainability

🔺 ARISE IIP’s efforts to reduce CO₂ and other greenhouse gas emissions in textile production

🔺 The impact of industrialisation on job creation and skills development in local economies

🔺 How circular economy principles are shaping the future of textile manufacturing

From carbon neutrality to responsible production, this conversation highlights ARISE IIP’s commitment to a greener, more resilient industry.

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Conversation avec Denis Motte, cofondateur d’EVtech et pionnier de la mobilité électrique en Côte d’Ivoire, pour découvrir l’importance croissante de la mobilité durable à travers l’Afrique.

Dans cet épisode, Denis aborde :

🔺 Comment la mobilité électrique peut répondre aux défis énergétiques

🔺 Le rôle de l’innovation dans la construction d’un avenir plus vert

🔺 Les opportunités de création d’emplois et de développement régional

🚗 Avec plus de 60 bornes de recharge déjà implantées à Abidjan et des plans ambitieux d’expansion, cette conversation met en lumière le potentiel transformateur des technologies vertes pour l’avenir de l’Afrique.

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Join us for an inspiring episode featuring Hélène Daba Diouf, the visionary entrepreneur behind Sisters Of Afrika. This remarkable brand not only showcases the rich heritage and craftsmanship of Africa but also empowers local communities.

In this episode, we explore:
🌍 Helene's journey from corporate to entrepreneurship
👗 The impact of local textiles on the African fashion industry
🌱 Her commitment to youth empowerment through the Meun Ngako Foundation

Learn more about how initiatives such as Sisters of Africa and ARISE IIP are transforming the textile landscape, creating value and promoting local talent.

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This September, tune in for an engaging episode featuring Kevin Akpali, Direct Transport CIS Executive, as he delves into key topics around maritime transport and infrastructure in West Africa.

In this episode, discover:

🚢 The critical role of ports in regional trade 🔗 How tailored logistics solutions are fortifying supply chains ⚡ The challenges and advancements in port digitalisation

Listen now to explore the logistics landscape and its impact on Africa’s infrastructure development.

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Accélérer le développement de l'économie numérique en Côte d'Ivoire avec Florence Fadika.

Rejoignez-nous pour cet entretien avec Florence Fadika, conseillère technique du ministre ivoirien de la communication et de l'économie numérique. Florence a joué un rôle crucial dans la mise en place de la loi Start-up ivoirienne, visant à stimuler l'émergence et la croissance des start-up dans le pays.

🔗 Dans cet épisode, nous explorerons les stratégies pour améliorer l'accès au numérique de la population ivoirienne, en discutant du développement des infrastructures et des initiatives éducatives pour assurer un accès universel aux ressources numériques.

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