Webb Fontaine Benin launches the 2nd phase of training for SEGUB recruits to ensure the autonomy of management of GUCE Benin and strengthen local skills.
In a major step forward to strengthen Benin's trade capacity, Webb Fontaine Benin, under the leadership of its Managing Director, Mr. Anicet Houngbo, launched the second phase of training for new recruits of the Benin Single Window Operating Company (SEGUB) on November 8th. This initiative follows the official handover of the Single Window for Foreign Trade (GUCE Benin) platform to the government, marking a key milestone in the modernization of the country's trade processes.
Mr. Houngbo emphasized the crucial importance of skills transfer to ensure the sustainability of this ambitious project. “Skills transfer is an essential step for the long-term success of this project, which is vital to Benin’s ambition to position itself as a major player in international trade,” he stated. Since April 2021, Webb Fontaine has been organizing in-depth training and immersion programs for SEGUB staff. This two-pronged approach, combining theoretical training and practical experience, aims to equip local teams with the necessary skills to manage the GUCE Benin platform independently, thereby reducing reliance on foreign experts and strengthening national capacity.
Mr. Isidore Codo, Director General of SEGUB, commended Webb Fontaine's expertise in trade facilitation solutions, particularly through the use of cutting-edge technologies, including artificial intelligence. "Their collaboration allows us to integrate new skills into our team and improve our ability to meet the growing demands of the GUCE Benin platform," he stated. He also reminded the interns of their role as the primary ambassadors of SEGUB, urging them to demonstrate technical and ethical excellence to strengthen public trust in the institution.
This training program illustrates Benin's commitment to developing local expertise and positioning itself as a competitive hub for international trade.