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The Afrikan Business Group of Organizations (ABGO) is a coalition of African and Caribbean businesses, institutions, and stakeholders working together to strengthen economic ties, build wealth, and create sustainable growth in African-descended communities worldwide.


Strategic Partnerships

ABGO strengthens economic ties through strategic
partnerships and shared resources worldwide.


Empowerment Advocacy

The organization empowers members via advocacy and
support for socio-economic transformation.


ABGO-Carifika Arm


ABGO operates as the working arm of Carifika Global, which serves as the governing system.

Carifika: Governing body – sets the constitution, laws, and overarching strategy.

ABGO: Operational engine – executes strategies, manages committees, and drives economic action

Our Strategies 

Design is the intermediary between information and understanding

What ABGO Does?

Step-by-Step 


A. Business Networking & Integration

Organizes virtual town halls and in-person meetings.
Introduces businesses across Africa, the Caribbean, and the diaspora.
Builds a shared business database for referrals and opportunities.

B. Trade & Currency

Brings banks and financial institutions together to develop African-Caribbean currency exchange solutions.
Facilitates bulk import/export deals between African and Caribbean markets.

C. Policy Advocacy
Works with chambers of commerce and political representatives to secure funding and legal reforms.

D. Training & Capacity Building
Provides workshops in customer service, marketing, manufacturing efficiency, and joint procurement.

E. Economic Projects
Creates pooled funds for business loans, investment in political advocacy, and targeted community development.

 

Our Guiding Principles

Our Executive Team


Edourad Cyuzuzo, President

President of ABGO

Derick Ochieng, VP

Vice President

Aileen Kithinji, Women Ent

Director of Women's Entrepreneurship 

Princess Christian, Admin

Director of Administration


Daniel Ayorinde, Exec Assist

Executive Assistant

Michael Boakye, Funding

Director of Funding Sector

Jonathon Asare, Bus System

Director of Business System: Resource & Political Sector

Nana Asare, Finance

Director of Credit Finance & Banking


Yoldane Smith, HR

Director of HR

Vision, Mission & Purpose

Our Vision

To create a unified global economic ecosystem where African and Caribbean businesses thrive, collaborate, and lead in sustainable development.

 

Mission of ABGO

To strengthen economic ties and empower African-descended communities worldwide by facilitating trade, financial access, policy advocacy, and capacity building through a cohesive network of businesses and institutions.

 

Purpose

To serve as the operational engine of Carifika Global, driving practical strategies that connect fragmented sectors, promote fair trade, and ensure economic benefits flow back into African and Caribbean communities.

 

Programs & Projects In Conjunction With Carifika Global

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Carifika Exchange 

Afro-Caribbean Medical Initiative 

EcoSentinel 

Internet Initiative 

Exchange Program 

Electro initiative 

T.E.T.I.A. Initiative 

Young Innovators Initiative 

Young Innovators Initiative 

✽  What We Look To Do

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Goals & Objectives

1

Build a Unified African-Caribbean Economic Ecosystem 

ABGO aims to create a coordinated framework that connects African and Caribbean businesses, institutions, and stakeholders. This supports Carifika’s broader goal of unifying African and Caribbean communities globally.

Objective: Organize businesses into sector-based committees for strategic collaboration.

Objective: Facilitate trade agreements and partnerships that benefit member businesses

 

2

Empower Economic Self Sufficiency & Wealth Creation 

ABGO functions as the operational arm of Carifika, driving initiatives that promote sustainable economic growth and community wealth.

Objective: Provide capacity-building resources such as training, mentorship, and shared services.

Objective: Create pooled funds for business loans, investment in advocacy, and community development.

 

3

Advocate for Policy & Trade Reform 

ABGO works to influence policy and legal frameworks that support African and Caribbean economic interests, echoing Carifika’s commitment to institutional sovereignty and regional integration.

Objective: Engage with chambers of commerce and political representatives to secure funding and legal reforms.

Objective: Promote collective advocacy to ensure unified representation of African-descended communities.

 

Why Does ABGO Exist?

Looking Deeper 


Extension Arm: Afrikan Business Group of Organizations (ABGO)

ABGO is Carifika’s operational arm that facilitates business unification, sustainability, and economic growth. Its focus spans across industries including services, technology, manufacturing, and natural resources. ABGO aims to improve income, housing, health, and learning outcomes through Memoranda of Understanding with regional partners.

Challenges African-Caribbean Businesses Face

African and Caribbean businesses often face fragmentation, limited access to funding, unequal trade opportunities, and weak political representation.

Our Solutions Framework

Grouping businesses into committees based on industry or function.
Creating partnerships and MOUs with banks, corporations, and governments.
Establishing trade systems, including currency exchange between African and Caribbean regions.

Facilitating collective advocacy so our community speaks with one voice.


ABGO Programs

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