About 300 delegates from 11 Africa countries will attend the International Conference for Women in Insurance being organised by Africa Insurance Women Association (AIWA).
This was disclosed by the President of the Africa Insurance Women’s Association Lady Nkechi Moore at a press conference in Lagos, stating that the event will be held from November 2nd-6th, 2024 in Lagos.
She explained that the event will parade experts like Chairperson AVON Healthcare Limited, Dr. Awele Elumelu, who is the Keynote Speaker; Founder/Managing Director, The Strategist Consortium, Dr. Abba Zakariah, and African Insurance Organisation (AIO) President/Chief Executive Officer, Mrs. Patty Karuaihe-Martin.
Others are Chief of Programmes Trade-Mark Africa, Allen Sophia Asiimwe; Managing Director Continental Reinsurance, Lawrence Nazare; Executive Chairman, ACTIVA Finances & ACTIVA International, Ghana, Lowe Richard; Author Consultant Transformer Wale Akinyemi; President Chartered Insurance Institute of Nigeria (CIIN) Mrs. YetundeIlori, amongst others.
She said the event, which has the theme, “The Future of Insurance: Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities”, would bring together leading minds across the continent, including, policymakers, industry experts, and trailblazers, to chart a new course for African insurance.
The AIWA boss noted that insurance regulators would also be in attendance, stating that resolutions from the conference would be unified into a communiqué, and would be adopted by the regulators and implemented in their jurisdictions.
According to Lady Moore, the AIWA was borne out of a profound desire to create a platform that amplifies the voices of women across the insurance industry, emphasizing that the Association is committed to promoting gender diversity, equal representation, and opportunities for women in the industry.
She further stated that AIWA is open to all professional Insurance Ladies Associations and insurance ladies in countries with no association in Africa.
“As an association, AIWA is committed to driving positive change, fostering leadership, and promoting inclusive growth at a time when gender equality is a topical issue following the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). Today, we celebrate the realization of that vision.
“This gathering, from November 2nd to 6th, will delve into crucial issues such as the role of innovation and technology, Cyber and Credit risk protection, the opportunities presented by the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), and gender diversity.”
“This conference is not just about celebrating women in insurance; it is about shaping the future of insurance in Africa.”
The AIWA President added that the discussions, insights, and partnerships formed at the event would help define the strategies for making insurance more accessible, innovative, and inclusive across the continent.
She expressed excitement about the journey ahead and gratitude to God, sponsors, delegates, and partners who believed in the success of the conference and supported the cause.
Also, she appreciated Heirs Insurance Group the Gold sponsor; NSIA Insurance, Silver Sponsor, and other sponsors for supporting the conference.
Mrs. EbelechukwuNwachukwu, Chairperson of the event’s Local Organising Committee said the conference would help position the women folk in the insurance space and also help motivate younger women in pursuit of their career.
She restated that they are fully set for the conference, whilst imploring those who are yet to register should do so so as to enable them to attend the conference.
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