George Steuart & Company participated in a series of high-level engagements organised by the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) in Africa during the latter part of 2025.

The engagements in Kenya were held in Nairobi in December, led by CWEIC Deputy Chairperson Lord Swire. The visit encompassed the Manufacturing Africa CEO Forum, hosted by Strategic Partner BDO East Africa; the Kenya International Advisory Council (KIAC) meeting; and the Equity Group Trade and Investment Roadshow, which highlighted Kenya’s strategic role as a gateway to more than 500 million consumers across Eastern and Central Africa, with opportunities across digital trade, agribusiness, green industry, and SME growth. George Steuart & Company was represented by the Group Chairperson Sarva Ameresekere, and the Chief Operating Officer and Director Sales of George Steuart Teas Dilukshan Fernando.

The CWEIC delegation to Nigeria was led by the CWEIC’s Chairperson Lord Marland of Odstock. During the visit, the delegation met with Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Executive Governor of Lagos State, at Lagos House, Marina. Discussions focused on development, innovation, and long-term investment partnerships aligned with Lagos’ role as Nigeria’s commercial hub. The delegation also engaged with banking and finance associations, retail industry groups, and other CWEIC Strategic Partners in Nigeria, reflecting the cross-sectoral nature of the programme.