Institute of international business
J. Mack Robinson College of business
Georgia State university

Building Global Competencies in Turbulent Times

Through local and global partnerships in africa
A Department of education, business and international Education sponsored project

Your one-stop shop for knowledge on exporting to Africa.

Egypt is located on the northeast corner of the African continent. It is bordered by Libya to the west, Sudan to the south, the Red Sea to the east, and the Mediterranean Sea to the north. Egypt has the largest, most densely settled population among the Arab countries. Get to know more about Egypt by clicking on the link above.

Nigeria, an African country on the Gulf of Guinea, has many natural landmarks and wildlife reserves. Protected areas such as Cross River National Park and Yankari National Park have waterfalls, dense rainforests, savanna, and rare primate habitats. Get to know more about Nigeria by clicking on the link above.

South Africa is a country on the southernmost tip of the African continent, marked by several distinct ecosystems. Inland safari destination Kruger National Park is populated by big game. Get to know more about South Africa by clicking in the link above.
Ethiopia is a landlocked nation in the Horn of Africa, formally known as the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia. With more than 80 different ethnic groups, Ethiopia is a multiethnic nation. Tropical monsoon is the major climate type, with a significant topographic variation. Get to know more about South Africa by clicking on the link above.
Morocco, a North African country bordering the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea, is distinguished by its Berber, Arabian, and European cultural influences. Get to know more about Morocco by clicking on the link above.
Kenya, officially the Republic of Kenya, is a country in East Africa. It is the world’s 48th-largest country by area. Its geography, climate, and population vary widely, ranging from cold snow-capped mountaintops with vast surrounding forests, wildlife, and fertile agricultural regions to temperate climates. Get to know more about Kenya by clicking on the link above.

After Nigeria, Ghana has the second-highest population in West Africa. It is a multi-ethnic nation with numerous linguistic and religious minority groups. Ghana is a country with a unitary constitution and a president who serves as both the head of state and the head of government. Get to know more about Nigeria by clicking on the link above.

East African nation of Tanzania, officially the United Republic of Tanzania, is located in the African Great Lakes region. About 120 different ethnic, linguistic, and religious groupings make up Tanzania’s population. Northeast Tanzania, home to Mount Kilimanjaro, is steep and heavily forested. Get to know more about Nigeria by clicking on the link above.

Côte d’Ivoire, a country on the southern coast of West Africa, has cultivated strong political and economic ties with its regional neighbors while maintaining close connections with the West, particularly France. Known for its relative stability in the region, Côte d’Ivoire continues to be a key player in West Africa’s economy. Learn more about this dynamic nation by clicking the flag above.

U.S. Africa Chamber of Commerce

The US Africa American Chambers of Commerce (USACCON), of which USACC-Atlanta is a Chapter, is a not-for-profit organization headquartered in Sherman Oaks, California. USACCON aims to provide support, and resources and share best practices with individual members and affiliate chambers interested in trade, investment, and other forms of exchange between the U.S. and Africa. Click on the link to learn more about USACCON.

Export to Africa

The processes required for a US company to start exporting are described in this video. A US exporter who is successful must make the appropriate time and financial commitments, have reasonable expectations on the timeline of return on investment, and develop a thorough export business plan.

Assessment for New Exporters

Many companies may be exporting, but they don’t know where to begin or think the procedure is onerous. This questionnaire offers a preliminary evaluation of your exporting requirements and capabilities and contains areas to take into account when assessing your degree of export readiness.

Meet the Team

Mourad Dakhli Principle Investigator

Associate Dean for International Student Engagement & Partnerships

Salomao De Farias

Associate Professor Clinical

Edward Wang

Assistant Professor Clinical

Leigh Anne Liu
Co-Principle Investigator

Professor & IIB Director

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RCB Global

Welcome to our initiative, proudly supported by a Department of Education Grant. We are dedicated to fostering global engagement, strengthening university-business partnerships, and expanding market opportunities especially in Africa, the next frontier of international business.                  Our missions are:

1. Building a Globally Competent Workforce
We equip students and professionals with the skills to thrive in multicultural environments, both locally and internationally.

2. Bridging Education & Business
Through virtual digital technology, we connect students and small & medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) for impactful intercultural exchanges and collaboration.

3. Expanding Global Trade & Education
By partnering with local and international stakeholders, we develop sustainable export education programs, unlocking Africa’s vast market potential.