About Us

“We are building a bridge between Africa and Ireland”

Maurice Kikangala, AICC Founder and

Chairman

What is the AICC

The African Irish Chamber of Commerce (AICC) is a private membership  organisation devoted to the development of fair, equitable, and sustainable commerce and cooperation between businesses and other entities in Ireland or Africa. 

We serve members and the public by facilitating commercial and community development through various services, programs, and strategic relationships. 

AICC takes a community-based approach to its activities that reflects the dynamism of its members and considers how member-businesses impact their communities and the environment. 

“Born from a vision of “better business”

AICC’s vision is one of progressive and sustainable economic growth for Ireland and Africa. Our “better business” approach leverages both traditional and novel ways of sharing resources, knowledge, and support. 

In 2014, AICC Founder and current Chairman Maurice Kikangala realized the need for an organization devoted to increasing trade between Irish and African businesses that is as robust as it is ethical and sustainable. After more than 15 years of business consulting and experience with Irish local and national politics, Maurice’s vision took root in 2019 with the launch of AICC on the grounds of Kemmy Business School at the University of Limerick. 

“Building a bridge between Africa and Ireland means making real relationships with real people at both ends”

- Maurice Kikangala, AICC Founder & Chairman