MASS MAIL 23 FEBRUARY 2005 - ACCESS TO FINANCE

FOUNDATION FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF AFRICA
"Participation Builds Unity"

"MADE IN AFRICA - FOR AFRICA"

FDA NEWSLETTER

MASS MAIL
23 FEBRUARY 2005
ACCESS TO FINANCE - EVENT UPDATE
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The FOUNDATION FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF AFRICA proudly presents you with the following information that may add value to Africa's development. Please direct any correspondence to: info@isupportafrica.com

FDA - "ACCESS TO FINANCE" UPDATE
FDA NETWORKING "HAPPY HOUR" SESSIONS
TIPS ON NETWORKING

Our FDA FORMAL NETWORKING FUNCTION with the topic "ACCESS TO FINANCE" is scheduled for Tuesday 08 March 2005, 18H00 for 18H30. This event will be held at the Hilton Sandton, 138 Rivonia Road, Sandton, South Africa.

With two weeks to go to the event we have already received 120 RSVP's (we are expecting at least 250) - representing a very interesting array of guests - To gain access to the guest list you will need a code: 2345
http://www.foundation-development-africa.org/africa_networking/formal/next_function.htm

I have received an overwhelming response to me previous email ACCESS TO FINANCE - SPONSORSHIP SUPPORT - The moral support and the recognition for my efforts in serving Africa is often reward enough - however actual event cost are a reality!

Sadly and notwithstanding all the benefits we offer our 'sponsors' - we have still not received any financial support towards the cost of this event.

Who Knows - just maybe will to-days (23 February) budget speech in parliament (South Africa) result in some proactive participation from the financial sector in South Africa.

You are also welcome to visit our website for more information on sponsorship opportunities:
http://www.foundation-development-africa.org/africa_networking/formal/sponsorship_options.htm

Our guest speaker is Mr.Cas COOVADIA (Senior General Manager) The Banking Council of South Africa!

Advocate Nkosinathi Wiseman BHUKA, South African Reserve Bank and Senior Legal Consultant to the Financial Services Board will present a closing statement.

The ever-popular FDA NETWORKING SESSION will follow the presentation!

As usual there will be no cover charge - cocktail snacks and refreshments will be available.

The dress code is business; smart casual or traditional.

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to GEARHOUSE SOUTH AFRICA for the technical assistance and technical equipment.
http://www.fdapartners.net/partners/gearhouse.htm

Should you wish to attend - Please send us your RSVP with relevant details - Name; Company; Contact detail:
rsvp@isupportafrica.com

FDA 'HAPPY HOUR' NETWORKING SESSIONS
If you happen to be in South Africa (Cape Town / Johannesburg / Pretoria / Durban) you are welcome to attend our FDA 'HAPPY HOUR' NETWORKING SESSIONS as follow:
http://www.foundation-development-africa.org/africa_networking/casual/index.htm

CAPE TOWN
Every Wednesday, from 17H00, the FDA (Foundation for the Development of Africa) in association with (To be announced soon) will be hosting the regular FDA Networking "Happy Hour" Function at the KELSEYS COCKTAIL BAR - CULLINAN HOTEL, Cape Town, South Africa.

Please note: This Cape Town FDA NETWORKING EVENT is in its infancy - we have no banners to showcase this event at the venue (just yet) - please be patient - kindly request a sticker from the bar to identify you as a FDA NETWORKER.

SANDTON
Every Wednesday, from 17H00, the FDA (Foundation for the Development of Africa) in association with JCCI/Nafcoc (Johannesburg Chamber of Commerce and Industry) will be hosting the regular FDA Networking "Happy Hour" Function at the FACES BAR - HILTON SANDTON, Sandton, 138 Rivonia Road, Sandton South Africa.

DURBAN
Every Wednesday, from 17H00, the FDA (Foundation for the Development of Africa) in association with TBDC (Thekwini Business Development Centre) and GG Group of Companies will be hosting the regular FDA Networking "Happy Hour" Function at the RIVETS BAR - HILTON DURBAN, Durban, South Africa.

PRETORIA
Every Thursday, from 17H00, the FDA (Foundation for the Development of Africa) in association with City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality and the Gauteng North Chamber of Commerce & Industry (GNCCI) will be hosting the FDA Networking Function at the Sheraton Hotel Pretoria.
The theme for the event "Public Sector - meets Private Sector"

TIPS ON NETWORKING
At our last FDA 'FORMAL' Networking Function, I distributed some useful "Tips on Networking" - I have received a number of requests for this - please see our website:
http://www.foundation-development-africa.org/africa_networking/tips_on_networking.htm

Take care

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