CAPE TOWN, South Africa (February 20, 2026) – At the prestigious Investing in African Mining Indaba held in Cape Town, Liberia’s Business Magnate, Cherif M. Abdallah, Chairman of the Conex Group and Fouta Corporation, engaged in high-level discussions with leading African industrialists and financial executives.
Among those present were Abdul Samad Rabiu, Founder and Chairman of BUA Group—the fourth wealthiest man in Africa and second wealthiest in Nigeria—and Samaila Zubairu, President and CEO of Africa Finance Corporation.
The conference took place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) from February 9–12, 2026, under the theme, “Stronger Together.”
The event brought together more than 10,500 professionals, investors, corporate leaders, and government officials from across the globe to address critical issues impacting the mining sector, including minerals development, technological innovation, and sustainability.
The program featured high-level government panel discussions, investor networking sessions, and community engagement forums aimed at fostering collaboration and driving responsible growth within Africa’s mining industry.
ABAIL Is Back. The Real Test Is What It Delivers.
August 22, 2026
The revival of the American Business Association in Liberia comes at an important moment for the country’s investment agenda. With U.S.-linked businesses seeking greater access to Liberia’s opportunities—and greater clarity around its operating environment—ABAIL could become more than a business association. Its value will depend on whether it can turn private-sector concerns into institutional dialogue, and dialogue into measurable improvement.
