Invest Africa warmly invites our members to a festive end of year reception as we move into the holiday season to express our gratitude for the ongoing support in advancing trade and investment across the continent.
Invest Africa is delighted to invite our South Africa-based members to join us for an end of year reception to celebrate the start of the festive period, and to thank our members and partners for their continued support in promoting trade and investment across the continent.
In partnership with BSA Law, this event will convene high-level stakeholders to explore investable opportunities and scalable solutions across some key areas: sustainable transport, clean energy, water resilience, and digital infrastructure.
Africa has the world’s largest untapped renewable energy potential, yet less than 2% of global clean energy investment has reached the continent. This isn’t due to lack of opportunity, but a gap between capital and viable projects. The Africa Renewables Investment Summit (ARIS) was created to bridge that gap—connecting bankable projects with the right capital, partners, and policy support through its Marketplace, matchmaking sessions, and policy forums.
Now in its 12th year, the FT's Africa Summit is the established forum for crucial dialogues on turning Africa's challenges into economic, social and business opportunities. Taking place across two days, the summit gathers a cross-sector audience of African Heads of State, ministers, policymakers, global investors and business leaders to shape the continent’s next chapter amid geopolitical uncertainty and technological change.
Guided by the theme “Driving Growth, Unlocking Opportunities”, this roundtable, on the sidelines of the World Bank/IMF Annual Meetings, will bring together government officials, DFIs, private sector leaders, and global investors to explore profitable projects, understand Tanzania’s business environment, and engage with CRDB Bank as a trusted partner in the country’s investment journey.
Now in its fourth year, the AVCA Sustainable Investing in Africa Summit serves as a focused forum for critical dialogue on the evolving role of private capital in sustainable development across the continent. The gathering explores best practices for investing with a sustainability lens, emerging trends and risks, and innovative, homegrown solutions for long-term growth.
Convening over two days in Washington, DC, the World Economy Summit Fall Edition is dedicated to advancing dialogues that confront the economic challenges of a volatile era. Amid inflation, geopolitical tension, and rapid technological change, the Summit will surface the ideas, policies, and market shifts shaping the next chapter of global resilience and growth.
Under the theme “Ready for Investment, Open for Partnership”, the event will bring together Sierra Leone and UK Government officials, DFIs, leading private sector investors and business to gain sector specific insights, learn from successful business case studies and explore a unique pipeline of bankable projects for local and foreign investors.
In partnership with Charles Russell Speechlys, this event will explore the real-world barriers to AI adoption across African markets, from regulation to infrastructure, and discuss how to foster responsible, inclusive innovation. Hear from industry experts and engage in meaningful dialogue on AI’s future in Africa.
Following the success of the inaugural The Africa Debate – UAE in 2024, Invest Africa is pleased to return to the UAE on 30 September 2025 with the second edition of Dubai’s leading Africa-focused investment summit. Hosted under the theme ‘Shared Markets, Shared Future’, the event will explore how deeper collaboration between Africa and the Gulf can unlock new opportunities for trade, investment, and sustainable growth. Bringing together senior business leaders, investors, and policymakers, the summit will provide a platform to forge strategic partnerships and advance dialogue on the future of UAE-Africa economic relations.
The Next 3 Billion is dedicated to exploring the forces accelerating economic and societal prosperity across the world’s most ascendant regions. This full day of live journalism will feature candid, on-the-record conversations designed to spark collaboration, bold thinking, and actionable solutions — unlocking one of the greatest social and economic opportunities of our time.
Blended finance is increasingly seen as a key solution to closing financing gaps by de-risking and enhancing the commercial appeal of high-impact projects, thereby attracting private capital. This session will examine its role in driving investment into sectors such as transport and logistics, agri-processing, renewable energy, affordable housing, and light manufacturing.
Mauritius Commercial Bank is partnering with Invest Africa to host an exclusive roundtable in Johannesburg, aimed at bringing together senior leaders of multinationals, industry leaders and other potential clients. This high-level gathering will focus on Southern Africa's macro, geopolitical, and economic themes, covering a greater cross section of business, fostering collaboration, and showcasing MCB’s leadership in driving sustainable economic development.
In celebration of Women’s Day, Invest Africa, in collaboration with Aon, will host an exclusive breakfast event to honour and spotlight the remarkable contributions of women leaders driving progress across industries.
As the world increasingly looks to Africa for growth and innovation, the continent is positioning itself as a leader in sustainable development and urban transformation. Join us to shape Africa’s urban transformation. Connect with industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators as we explore solutions to drive sustainable growth, redefine infrastructure, and build a future that serves as a model for the world.
Under the theme, ‘Harnessing Natural Capital for Growth’, The Africa Debate 2025 will bring together policymakers, investors, and industry leaders to explore how the continent can leverage its natural capital to build competitive industries, scale advanced manufacturing, and strengthen regional supply chains. Discussions will focus on the role of infrastructure, investment, and policy to unlock Africa’s industrial potential and drive long-term, climate-positive growth.
Digital finance is transforming Africa’s economy, expanding access for individuals, businesses, and governments. Platforms like M-Pesa and MTN Mobile Money are bridging gaps, but challenges remain—cybersecurity, infrastructure, regulation, and financial literacy. This event will delve into digital finance’s impact on Africa’s future and the opportunities ahead.
Invest Africa invites you to join us for our annual summer reception. The occasion provides an opportunity to bring together our members for a relaxed evening of networking. We hope to see you there.
MSMEs are key drivers of Africa’s economy but face major barriers to accessing finance. This side event will explore practical, innovative solutions to bridge the financing gap and better support MSMEs, particularly those in underserved areas. By highlighting successful models and fostering dialogue, the event aims to help build a more inclusive financial ecosystem that enables MSMEs to thrive and contribute to sustainable growth.
Bringing together senior leaders from the banking and financial services sectors, along with key policymakers, this event will foster collaboration on shaping Africa’s evolving payment ecosystem.
This event will bring together key stakeholders—including industry leaders, investors, financial institutions, and trade experts—to explore the critical levers for unlocking Kenya’s manufacturing potential. Discussions will focus on innovation to enhance productivity, sustainability as a driver for long-term industry resilience, and the impact of regional trade integration under AfCFTA.
Join the British High Commission Dar es Salaam, Growth Gateway, and Manufacturing Africa for an exclusive London roundtable spotlighting investment opportunities in Tanzania’s strategic minerals sector. Featuring insights from the Tanzanian Government and latest research, this event event will explore prospects from exploration to manufacturing, supporting value addition and the clean energy transition.
The UAE-Africa Investment Corridor is transforming global trade, with the UAE investing over $60 billion across Africa. From infrastructure to clean energy, strategic investments are bridging Africa’s $150 billion infrastructure gap. In partnership with Addleshaw Goddard, we will be exploring how this dynamic partnership is unlocking opportunities and driving sustainable economic growth.
Join Africa’s top business leaders at the Africa CEO Forum on 12–13 May 2025 in Abidjan — the continent’s largest annual private sector gathering. This bold and action-oriented summit will unite public and private sector leaders to shape a unified African approach for resilient growth and economic transformation.
Join the Zimbabwe Digital Week 2025, the premier event dedicated to driving Zimbabwe digital transformation. This groundbreaking event will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, innovators, and entrepreneurs to explore the latest trends shaping the digital economy.
Set against the backdrop of Dakhla’s strategic location and modern infrastructure, this conference will explore how renewable energy can drive sustainable growth across Africa. With a focus on green policies, investment opportunities, and successful case studies, the event aims to catalyse partnerships and projects that position Dakhla as a model for renewable innovation — and as a vital bridge connecting African energy potential with European markets.
The Annual AVCA Conference and VC Summit is the largest global gathering focused on African private capital, attracting investors managing over US$1.5trn in assets. This year’s event will explore bold strategies to unlock Africa’s growth, uniting global investors, policymakers, and business leaders for solution-driven dialogue on the future of private investment across the continent.
In partnership with Zenith Bank, Invest Africa is delighted to be hosting an exclusive high-level roundtable and reception featuring the HonourableMinister of Industry, Trade, & Investment for Nigeria, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole. this event will provide a platform to explore investment opportunities and strengthen the London-Lagos investment corridor.
In partnership with Lagos Free Zone, we are hosting a high-level discussion convening top investors and business leaders to examine how LFZ is driving industrialisation and export-led growth. Through dynamic discussions and expert insights, we will explore the Zone’s vast opportunities, strategic advantages, and the role it plays in shaping Nigeria’s economic future.
