In this episode of AfroTradePod, we sit down with Yelena Fotso, CEO of Anfel Consulting and Founder of Lunay Energy, for a conversation on what equitable trade should actually look like across Africa.

Too often, trade conversations focus only on extraction, exports, or who has more leverage. But sustainable growth requires something deeper — mutual value creation.

Drawing from her experience across infrastructure, energy, and business development, Yelena explains why African countries must move toward models of exchange where each side contributes value, expertise, and opportunity without exploitation.

The conversation explores how sectors can complement one another across borders, why collaboration matters for long-term development, and how equitable exchange can create stronger economies across the continent.

Beyond trade, the episode also dives into leadership, mentorship, and personal growth — including why mentorship remains one of the most important tools for navigating business and building lasting impact.

If you're interested in African trade, economic development, entrepreneurship, leadership, and cross-border collaboration, this is a conversation worth listening to.

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