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At CBI, we connect small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with European market opportunities. Our work supports sustainable business practices and inclusive economic development across regions. 🌍 Discover how we are working together to create a positive impact. 👇 #CBI #SMEs #SustainableBusiness

🍫 5 tips for cocoa traders to thrive under the EUDR 🌍 The European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) has been postponed by 12 months (to December 2025). The postponement provides more time to prepare. Here are 5 tips that can help you succeed. What does the EUDR require? ✅ Cocoa must be deforestation-free, ✅ Produced in compliance with local laws, and ✅ Fully traceable with geolocation data. Read the 5 tips below to help you succeed ⬇️ #CBI #Cocoa #EUDR #DeforestationFree

🌍 Join us at our upcoming events! We are excited to announce our participation in some of the top trade exhibitions this February. These events are a great opportunity to connect, share knowledge, and discover products from CBI-coached companies from emerging countries. 🟡 Fruit Logistica 📅 5 - 7 February 📍 Berlin, Germany Meet innovative fruit and vegetable suppliers from Ethiopia who are ready to showcase their high-quality offerings. You can find us in hall 26, stand G-60. 🟡 Biofach 📅 11 - 14 February 📍 Neurenberg, Germany Are you looking for organic and sustainably produced moringa from West Africa? CBI will feature Burkinan moringa suppliers in the Organic Africa Pavilion (Hall 1, Stand 1-261). Don’t miss the CBI conference presentation on Ugandan Nilotica shea innovations, where we’ll explore new opportunities and innovations in the sector. You’ll also have the chance to connect with Ugandan suppliers during B2B meetings. Join us Thursday 13 February from 13:15 – 14:45 hrs in room BUDAPEST at NCC Ost. 🟡 Source Fashion 📅 18 - 20 February 📍 London, England Discover Egyptian apparel and textile suppliers at the Egypt Pavilion, located in the Garments Manufacturing area (Ground Floor, Pavilion G21) at Olympia Stadium. A group of 11 companies, part of the CBI Egypt Textiles in Transition project, will showcase sustainable, ready-made garments aligned with EU market standards. The Apparel Export Council of Egypt (AECE) will also be present to support the Egyptian apparel sector and its global partnerships. #CBI #FruitLogistica #Biofach2025 #SourceFashion

WEBINAR | The European Green Deal – How will it affect my business? 🌍💼 Join us on 28 January 2025 to uncover the impact of the European Green Deal (EGD) on international trade and learn how to prepare your business for the future of exports to Europe. The European Green Deal is the EU’s bold plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, promote sustainability, and drive economic growth. New policies will come into effect in the next two years, and businesses exporting to Europe will face stricter social and environmental sustainability rules. 💡 What will you gain from this webinar? ✅ A clear understanding of the European Green Deal and its impact on European imports. ✅ Insights into the Farm-to-Fork strategy and the Circular Economy Action Plan. ✅ Practical advice from European importers on navigating the new rules. ✅ Strategies to overcome potential export barriers and seize new opportunities. 👥 Who should attend? This session is perfect for new and experienced exporters and business support organisations across various sectors. If you’re interested in exporting to Europe and understanding the challenges and opportunities from the EGD legislation, this is for you. 🎤 Host and expert speakers: Thomas Vonk, Diana Quiroz, Pavel Boev and Somoye Otieno. Discover the full agenda and secure your spot for this must-attend session! ⬇️ #greendeal #legislation #EU Profundo

📣 We are excited to announce that CBI will officially launch the Climate-Smart Coffee project in Uganda during a stakeholder meeting. At this event, we will: ✅ Share the outcomes of the project's inception phase. ✅ Provide a platform for insights and feedback from key stakeholders. ✅ Open the floor for discussions on the next steps towards building Uganda's sustainable, climate-resilient coffee sector. 💡 What’s in it for you? • Be part of this transformative project and contribute to a climate-smart future for Uganda’s coffee sector. • Join the CBI capacity-building project, connecting exporting SMEs with EU importers committed to sustainable coffee production. • Engage with initiatives focused on improved service delivery in the value chain, including inputs, finance, digitalisation, and youth-led start-ups. • Share your perspectives and help shape the project's direction. 📅 Date: 29 January 2025 📍 Location: The Emin Pasha Hotel, Kampala, Uganda 👉 Interested in participating? Express your interest here: https://lnkd.in/eaepJtdB Let’s work together to create a more sustainable coffee industry! ☕🌍

New tool supports small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) financing in West Africa's cashew sector 🌰 Cashew processors in Côte d’Ivoire now have a powerful way to improve their financial management. CBI and Oikocredit teamed up to create the "Cash-flow Let Cashew Flow" tool, designed to streamline cash flow and make securing financing easier. 📈 The pilot results are promising, showing potential to strengthen the cashew sector and beyond. Want to know more about this innovative tool and its impact? Read more here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/erkfgcDQ Jules van Son #cashew #côtedivoire #financing #sustainability

🎄✨ As the year comes to a close, we reflect on the impact we have achieved together with our partners. At CBI, our mission has been unwavering: To support the transition towards inclusive and sustainable economies. 🌍 This year, we worked hand-in-hand with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across our partner countries to strengthen their economic, social, and environmental sustainability. Together, we connected them to European and regional markets, promoting decent jobs, sustainable production, and trade. Our focus on women, youth, and climate has been at the heart of all we do. From supporting women entrepreneurs and young leaders to help implement sustainable practices, together we are building a brighter, more inclusive future. To all our partners, SMEs, and stakeholders—thank you for your dedication, collaboration, and shared commitment to work towards this vision. 🌟 As we celebrate the festive season, we look forward to continuing this journey in 2025. Here’s to new opportunities, meaningful partnerships, and a sustainable future for all! 🎉 Happy holidays and a prosperous New Year from all of us at CBI!

At CBI, we believe responsible production and consumption hold the power to create a brighter, more sustainable future for everyone. 🌍✨ While global challenges like overproduction, environmental harm, and human rights violations continue to impact our world, we see a future full of possibilities. By working together, we can build a future that benefits both people and the planet. 🤝 That is why we proudly support small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in adopting socially and environmentally sustainable practices. We help businesses grow responsibly by promoting sustainable exports, encouraging eco-friendly production, and reducing environmental impact. The result? Competitive, resilient, and socially responsible SMEs that are ready to thrive. 🌱 Together, we can support the shift to sustainability, foster stronger economies and protect our planet for generations to come. 🌟 Are you ready to join the movement? Watch the full video to learn more about our mission! ⬇️

Last month, CBI hosted a transformative Future Search Event in Skhirat, Morocco. The 48-hour gathering brought together over 55 key stakeholders across the Moroccan IT Outsourcing (ITO) ecosystem. The event focused on a crucial question: How can stakeholders collaboratively develop youth skills in Morocco to boost their employability and support the growth of Moroccan ITO SMEs? The programme included: 🔹 Reflection on the sector's history and development 🔹 Analysis of current challenges and opportunities 🔹 Creative presentations envisioning an ideal future 🔹 Development of practical short-term and long-term action plans The event saw enthusiastic participation from ITO SMEs, educational institutions, public authorities, business support organisations, HR professionals, NGOs, and donors, all contributing their unique perspectives to shape the future of Morocco's IT sector. Stakeholders interested in learning more about the programme or the action plans developed during this event are encouraged to get in touch. CBI welcomes potential collaborations to support youth employment and ITO sector growth in Morocco. 💼🇲🇦 Connect with CBI to join this exciting initiative ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eHMKUFnB #Morocco #ITOutsourcing #CBI

Exciting progress for the Ugandan Nilotica Shea sector! On 21 November, CBI, in partnership with Palladium and with support from GIZ and ITC, held a roundtable with Ugandan Nilotica Shea companies. The focus was on two key topics: 1️⃣ Promoting Nilotica Shea for European markets 2️⃣ Strengthening sector organisation in Uganda Highlights from the event: ✅️ Palladium shared insights on a market study of Nilotica shea. ✅ Andrew Jones, shea expert, shared insights on the European market demands. Did you know that Nilotica contains more oil and remains smooth with additionals? ✅ How to organise yourself as an association? NUCAFE shared good insights on how they started and tips from the group. ✅ So, how to organise the Nilotica sector? Well, good news.... 🥳 A steering committee has been formed! This group will focus on helping Nilotica Shea companies get organised, achieve certification, develop marketing and branding for European markets, and much more. Want to stay informed about CBIs OILSEEDS project, focusing on not only Nilotica shea but also sesame and chia seeds? Stay tuned at https://lnkd.in/e__y55WY Mulumba M Agaba, Geoffrey Obaa, Allan Wayira, Andrew J. #CBI #Uganda #Shea #Nilotica