PETER JOHN METCALFE

Chairman of the foundation for the development of Africa (fda); the Africa trade centre (pty) ltd  & vice-chairman of the local government business network.
Peter is regarded as an expert on issues effecting business in Africa, sustainable development, CSI (Corporate Social Investment, FDI (Foreign Direct Investment), LED (Local Economic Development), PPP’s (Private Public Partnerships) and Nepad. He is an active participant to the Advisory Board for the OECD-NEPAD - Africa Investment Initiative for Growth and Development. As such, his contributions have been sought after in many high-profile summits and events.

Biography
As Project Quality Assurance Engineer, during the construction of a number of coal-driven power stations in South Africa, Peter was exposed to most trades and professions while developing quality procedures used in the construction process.

The vision he had of "connecting" Africa, led to the 'birth' of Info Africa in 1992.

After establishing this concept, Peter was once again exposed to empowering and capacitating of our people, as a consultant for the then Northern Province Department of Housing (South Africa), preparing quality procedures for low-cost housing. His passion to address sustainable development needs in Africa became an obsession.

Peter, in his then capacity as a business consultant, assisted emerging PDI's (Previously Disadvantaged Individuals) with realisation of their vision and the establishment of these PDI's in business. He holds the title as an accredited assessor for the South African Business Excellence Foundation. This knowledge he now willingly shares with others.

In 2003 Peter received an award from the Minister of Social Development in South Africa, Dr. Zola SKWEYIYA, for his contribution towards Corporate Social Investment.

Peter’s expertise has made him a well-known personality in Africa. His numerous televisions, radio and print media interviews and the number of high level conferences and events he has addressed, testifies to the respect he commands in the field of Africa affairs.

ABOUT THE FDA

THE FOUNDATION FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF AFRICA (FDA) is a private, 'not-for-profit', non-membership, organisation actively serving Africa by promoting processes conducive to sustainable development ......throughout Africa - with the emphasis on sustainability! This organisation is currently rated as one of the most proactive Sustainable Business Development Organisations in Africa!
The FDA has been serving Africa since 1999.