René Awambeng spoke on the “Tech & Infrastructure: From Stadiums to Smart Cities” panel on Day 2 of the summit, contributing to high-level discussions on the role of infrastructure, technology, and long-term investment in supporting Africa’s urbanisation and economic transformation.

Premier Investment Partners Limited (PIPL), a subsidiary of Premier Investment Holding Limited (PIHL) and headquartered in Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), and CBC Bourse, the investment arm of Commercial Bank Cameroon, today announced a strategic partnership aimed at strengthening investment origination, advisory, and transaction execution across Central Africa.

In January 2026, Rene Awambeng, Founder and Managing Partner of Premier Invest, conducted an on-the-ground assessment of an integrated edible oil refinery and bottling operation in Angola, as part of Premier Invest’s ongoing engagement with strategic industrial assets across Africa.