New logistics links between Russia, Oman, and Africa could shorten delivery times and support grain trade across the continent, according to Russian economist Vitaly Melyantsev.
In this role, Fahmy will direct regional commercial growth, oversee all West Africa business operations, and lead Cadbury Nigeria PLC.
Governments across the region move to limit imports while demand for rice keeps rising.
Rice sourced from India and Thailand typically enters the region through Cotonou before being re-exported informally into Nigeria.