As the central pivot of the CEMAC zone, Cameroon has long served as the gateway to Central Africa. Today, a new horizon is opening for the nation’s “Grand Ambitions.” Aquarian Consult’s Afri-Caribbean Investment Summit (AACIS’26), scheduled for March 23–28, 2026, in Abuja, Nigeria, is calling on Cameroonian entrepreneurs, institutions, and investors to bridge the gap between Central Africa and the Caribbean.
For Cameroon—a bilingual nation that mirrors the very bridges the summit seeks to build—this is more than an event; it is a gateway to a $40 trillion combined market.
Who is Aquarian Consult?
Aquarian Consult Limited is a premier business advisory and strategic firm headquartered in Abuja, Nigeria, with a legacy spanning over 17 years. Led by Aisha Maina, a renowned leader in private-sector diplomacy and a member of Nigeria’s Presidential Economic Coordination Council, the firm specializes in human capital development, enterprise strategy, and cross-border trade facilitation.
Aquarian Consult has evolved into a powerful engine for South-South cooperation. The firm’s track record is defined by action: in 2025, it personally funded and led a 120-person delegation to St. Kitts and Nevis; the first time a Nigerian carrier (Air Peace) landed in the Caribbean nation. This feat came to be due to hard work and dedication for bridging that gap in the Transatlantic sphere. Beyond events, the firm engineers commercial corridors, having already facilitated major investments like the $40 million Afreximbank-backed deep-water port project in the Caribbean.
Institutional Partners and What They Offer You
AACIS’26 is not just a forum for talk; it is backed by powerful financial and regulatory institutions designed to de-risk your international expansion.
- Afreximbank: Cameroonian businesses can access specialized trade finance, export credit guarantees, and the MANSA digital platform, which simplifies due diligence for cross-border transactions.
- The Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC): For those looking to use Nigeria as a launchpad, the NIPC provides facilitation for “Pioneer Status” tax holidays and fast-tracked business registration.
- Caribbean Development Bank (CDB): This partner offers technical assistance and support for infrastructure and sustainable energy projects for those looking to set up operations in the Caribbean.
- The AfCFTA Secretariat: By participating, you tap into the protocols of the African Continental Free Trade Area, ensuring that Cameroonian goods can move seamlessly through the Nigerian hub to Atlantic markets.
Unlocking the “Transatlantic Bridge”
The 2026 edition features:
- The Investor Deal Room: A specialized space where vetted Cameroonian projects in infrastructure, energy, and technology are presented directly to sovereign wealth funds and private equity firms.
- Sector-Specific Summits: Dedicated days for Agriculture and Food Security (March 23–24) and the Afri-Caribbean Health Summit (March 26), focusing on reducing import dependence through joint pharmaceutical and agro-processing ventures.
- Aviation & Logistics: Discussion on the “Aviation Corridor” to facilitate the movement of goods and people across the ocean without the need for traditional, circuitous routes.
A Message to Cameroonian Visionaries
Whether you are a Douala-based tech startup looking for venture capital or a Yaoundé-based government institution seeking multilateral partnerships, AACIS’26 offers a seat at the table where the new “Middle Passage” of prosperity is being written.
How to Participate
Cameroonian delegates are encouraged to register early to secure their place in the matchmaking sessions.
- Date: March 23 – 28, 2026
- Location: Abuja, Nigeria
- Registration: www.aquarianconsult.com/AACIS or contact the AACIS’26 Secretariat at +2348099666613 for calls and WhatsApp.
