AfSNET 2026: Can Cross River Turn Investment Into Jobs?
By Edem Darlington As Calabar prepares to host the sixth African Sub-Sovereign Governments Network (AfSNET) Investment Conference from November 12 to 14, Cross River State faces a critical test: converting
The upcoming AfSNET 2026 Investment Conference in Calabar presents a crucial opportunity for Cross River State to transform investment interest into tangible economic benefits, including job creation and poverty reduction. With agriculture identified as a significant economic driver, the state's focus on value addition through initiatives such as cocoa processing and oil palm plantations could provide a pathway to job creation and improved livelihoods.
However, the success of these projects hinges on addressing challenges such as inadequate market access, limited processing facilities, and unemployment. By fostering collaboration between farmers, processors, financiers, and buyers, and implementing measures to support value chains, Cross River State can harness the potential of the investment showcase to generate sustainable employment opportunities and alleviate poverty.
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