The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has announced the appointment of Rene Awambeng, formerly of Ecobank Transnational Inc., as Director, Client Relations (Headquarters and Branches). Until the appointment, Mr. Awambeng was Group Head, Global Corporates, Corporate and Investment Bank, at Ecobank Transnational Inc. in Paris, a position he assumed in July 2014. In his new role, he will lead the design and implementation of Afreximbank's client-focused business strategies, including managing the delivery of all Bank products to the clientele and managing the operation of Afreximbank branch offices. He will also oversee the management of relations with governments at the branch office level.