On Tuesday, October 13, 2026, Ms. Leila Belkhiria Jaber, President of CNFCE and President of COMFWB Tunisia, welcomed Mr. Hermogene Nsengimana, Secretary-General of the African Organisation for Standardisation (ARSO), at UTICA headquarters.This meeting reflects a shared commitment to strengthening intra-African trade and empowering women entrepreneurs across the continent.‍Key Discussion Topics:———————-Presentation of national and regional structures under UTICA and CNFCE.-The vital role of standardisation in facilitating seamless trade across Africa.-Assessment of trade relations between Tunisia and other African nations.-Growth prospects under the AfCFTA (African Continental Free Trade Area) to access new regional markets.-Empowering Women in Intra-African Trade

October 6 2026 — Under the leadership of President Leila Belkhiria Jaber, the National Chamber of Women Entrepreneurs (CNFCE) reaffirmed its dedication to preparing Tunisian women entrepreneurs to access high-potential African export markets during the launch of the AfCFTA SME Booster Program.‍ Building on institutional progress since 2020 alongside the Ministry of Commerce, the CNFCE has strategically enhanced its operational expertise in regional markets through continuous collaboration with COMESA and COMFWB.

From October 4 to 9, 2026, Prague is hosting the 73rd World Congress of FCEM (Femmes Chefs d'Entreprises Mondiales) centered on the theme: "Small Country. Big Impact. Women Shaping the Future."Representing the "Groupement des Femmes Entrepreneurs de Madagascar" (GFEM) among more than 500 global business leaders is a distinguished four-member delegation:Ms. Fanja Razakaboana, National President of GFEMMs. Sophie Andrianisa, Vice President of GFEMMs. Tantely Rakotomalala, President of the FEA Regional BranchMs. Sitraka Rakotohasimbola, Member of the FEA Regional BranchThrough this strategic global presence, GFEM continues to bridge Malagasy women entrepreneurs with international economic networks, forge high-impact partnerships, and champion the leadership and vision of Madagascar’s female business community.

On September 17–18, 2026, the Groupement des Femmes Entrepreneurs de Madagascar – GFEM / COMFWB Madagascar Chapter held its very first National Congress at DELTA Hotels Antananarivo – Antanimena.Ten years after its creation, the Congress brought together women entrepreneurs from different regions around one central theme:✨ “From belonging to action”

Seven dynamic members of the COMFWB Malawi Chapter successfully participated in the 3rd Malawi-Tanzania Investment and Trade Forum, held from 7th to 9th September 2026 in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Organized by the Malawi Investment and Trade Centre (MITC) in collaboration with TanTrade, the event provided a high-level platform to expand cross-border commerce, strengthen bilateral ties, and foster strategic business linkages.The forum was officially opened by Hon. Simon Itaye, Minister of Industrialization, Business, Trade, and Tourism, who highlighted the critical need to boost bilateral trade, modernize border infrastructure, and build inclusive economic partnerships tailored for SMEs, women, and youth. Highlighting the strength of Malawian enterprise, COMFWB delegates presented a diverse line-up of premium, export-ready products, including groundnuts, raw honey, value-added hibiscus goods, specialty teas, soybeans, and high-quality cassava flour. Through targeted B2B sessions and networking opportunities, participants successfully forged key connections with Tanzanian buyers, investors, and commercial partners.

Last Friday’s Members Meet & Grow session brought together entrepreneurs and industry experts to address two fundamental pillars of business scaling: accessing commercial markets and developing the leadership capacity required to sustain growth.