Our mission is to promote the Africa business landscape by creating a platform that connects academics in North America to opportunities in Africa. Simple.
UBC is a place of mind. Many minds, many different ideas. Now the question is, with such a diverse group of minds, there come many ideas and many clubs to represent those ideas. How do we differentiate ourselves? With the emergence of an IDEA so powerful it brings people together, it teaches people things about the global situation, it empowers people to think, start, innovate. We are focusing on
07/04/2021
We are excited to share a learning opportunity, courtesy of McKinsey’s Black Network. Join this virtual fireside chat tailored around getting into consulting as a visible minority.
Clink on the link below for registration and more details!
https://jobs.mckinsey.com/events/Rsvp?folderId=48693
03/06/2020
Official Statement:
As UBC Africa Business Club, whilst taking a larger focus on business for, from or in Africa, we aim to facilitate conversation around, and gain insight or inspiration from structures all around the world.
It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the racial disparity that has become impossible to ignore in America, and the related conversation on multiple forms of racial disparity present in almost all parts of the world. It is obvious to us that the maintenance of these largely unfair or oppressive systems are counter-productive and stifle the growth and development of individuals and societies in the way we strive for.
We therefore stand with those in support of Regis Korchinski-Paquet, Ahmaud Arbery, and George Floyd, whose murders have sparked the conversations and actions that support a need for reformation of the systems that maintain the racial disparities faced by black communities, in America and the world at large.
At this time, we urge you to show support to the surrounding black-owned business whose growth may have been stifled by institutional shortfalls, and to stay safe in any action you may decide to take in the coming weeks or months. We will be a part of this conversation, placing a spotlight on the affected businesses and stakeholders.
As we think about our role, please think about yours.
Sincerely,
UBC Africa Business Club
28/03/2020
Hiring 2020/21 executive team!!
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 31st, 23:59.
Resumes (no cover letter required) can be sent to [email protected]
Click on the link to find role descriptions and other related info!! 🙂
09/02/2020
Thank you again to everyone who participated in the forum this year! Looking forward to seeing everybody next year.
Credits:
Reed Eaglesham & David Markwei
Here is a video summarising some of the coolest moments of the Africa Business Forum 2020!
We want to thank all of you for attending the forum and making it possible for us to create such an amazing event. We also want to thank our speakers and our sponsors for helping us turn our vision into reality.
The forum pictures are coming soon so keep an eye out & see you at next year's forum!
(Credits: Shan Ugalino)
🌟ABF Reflection Series🌟
Former co-chair and moderator at this year’s forum, Ludzi Bokete is sharing what he liked about the forum!
28/01/2020
We'd like to extend a big THANK YOU to everyone who attended the Africa Business Forum 2020 on Saturday. From the fantastic panels to the networking opportunities and the captivating fireside chat with Chike Ukaegbu, this was definitely a Forum to remember.
We are already looking forward to the 2021 edition of our Forum. Once again, thank you all for your immense support!