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Building the Future of
Africa-Bangladesh Business
Meet the leaders, advisors and country representatives connecting Africa and Bangladesh through trade, investment and strategic partnerships.
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President's Message
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Greetings from the Africa Bangladesh Business Forum (ABBF)
Africa and Bangladesh stand at the beginning of one of the world's most promising trade and investment partnerships. Africa is home to more than 1.5 billion people across 54 countries with a combined GDP exceeding US$3 trillion, while Bangladesh has become a globally recognized manufacturing and export hub. Yet despite these strengths, annual bilateral trade is only approximately US$3.3 billion, highlighting the enormous untapped potential between our regions.
At the Africa Bangladesh Business Forum (ABBF), our mission is to connect businesses, strengthen economic cooperation, and create practical pathways for sustainable growth. Through business matchmaking, trade missions, networking events, market intelligence, supplier verification, and strategic partnerships, we help businesses confidently explore new markets and build lasting relationships.
We believe meaningful partnerships are built on trust, collaboration, and shared success. Our vision is to help increase Africa-Bangladesh trade to US$10 billion annually by 2035, creating greater opportunities for businesses, investors, and entrepreneurs while contributing to the long-term prosperity of both regions.
Whether you are looking to expand your business, identify reliable partners, or explore new investment opportunities, ABBF is committed to being your trusted gateway between Africa and Bangladesh.
Zahirul Haq
Founder and President
Africa Bangladesh Business Forum (ABBF)
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Leadership Driving Africa-Bangladesh Trade
Meet the leaders, advisors and country representatives connecting Africa and Bangladesh through trade, investment and strategic partnerships.

Rashed Mahmud
Chief Advisor
Advisory Board

Mizanur Rahman
Advisor
Advisory Board

Major General Md. Masud Rezwan, OSP, psc (Retd.)
Advisor
Advisory Board

Dr. Imbenzi George
Advisor
Advisory Board

Dato’ Saravanan Karathihayan
Advisor
Advisory Board

Zahirul Haq
President, ABBF
Executive Leadership

Khalil Fofana
President, Senegal Chapter
Executive Leadership

Dr. Sebastian Nafrah
President, Ghana Chapter
Executive Leadership

Almamy Camara
President, Guinea Chapter
Executive Leadership

Maj Shohel Mahboob (retd.)
Director, Strategy & Partnerships
Executive Leadership

Engr Sayemur Rahman
Director, Intl. Trade & Investments
Executive Leadership

Olufemi Kolapo
Operations Manager
Executive Leadership

Tarerq Zubaer
Business Development Manager
Executive Leadership

Aboubakr Camara
Business Development Manager
Executive Leadership
