CHAMBER OF BUSINESS TO ADDRESS COP16 ON ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND SUSTAINABILITY IN RIYADH, KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA, 2ND–13TH DECEMBER 2024

The Chamber of Business Chairperson Women in Business Sector Committee and Chief Operating Officer Ms.Colleen C. Rotich, will represent CBSK at COP16, the UN Convention to Combat Desertification. This prominent global event, focused on addressing environmental challenges.

She will highlight CBSK’s commitment to fostering sustainable development at the same time share the stage with Mrs. Bashir, the President of Barwaqa Relief Organization, an accredited champion for COP16 Alongside other strong leaders.

Together, they aim to highlight the intersection of entrepreneurship, environmental sustainability, and resilience-building strategies.

Key topics they will address include:

1. The Role of Entrepreneurship in Combating Desertification – How innovative business practices can drive solutions to land degradation.

2. Empowering Women Entrepreneurs in Sustainable Development – Showcasing the importance of female leadership in tackling environmental challenges.

3. Partnerships for Global Impact – Insights into the CBSK-Barwaqa partnership and how collaborative efforts can amplify change.

4. Climate Adaptation and Economic Resilience – Linking climate action to economic opportunities in vulnerable communities.This speaking engagement underscores CBSK’s mission to leverage entrepreneurial talent and leadership to create sustainable, impactful solutions to global challenges.

Through their participation, CBSK aims to inspire actionable dialogue and collaborative solutions at COP16.