AfBC African Business Forum and Networking, Birmingham

Schedule

Fri Nov 28 2025 at 06:00 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

The Eastside Rooms | Birmingham, EN

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Harnessing the Economic Potential of the African Diaspora: Fostering (Midlands) UK-Africa Trade, Investment, Supply Chains and Partnerships
About this Event

Register to join AfBC African Business Forum and Networking - Birmingham

Date: Friday, 28 November 2025.

Time: 18:00 - 21:00

Venue: Birmingaham

Theme: Unlocking Inclusive Growth Through Diaspora Empowerment, Business Innovation and Excellence: Enhancing UK-Africa Trade, Investment, and Partnerships.


The Forum will bring together regional business leaders, officials, investors, entrepreneurs, diasporas, experts, policymakers, academia and professionals to deliberate and showcase economic growth opportunities and solutions in the West Midlands, UK and African region.

Join our forum to connect with like-minded business leaders, professionals, and entrepreneurs. Discover new markets, explore business, trade, and investment opportunities, and gain valuable advice and support to help grow your business. Be part of engaging discussions, learn from expert speakers, and network with a community of investors and innovators just like you.



THE PROGRAMME

18:00 - 18:30 Registration and Networking Refreshment Drinks

18:30 - 19:00 Welcome and Introduction

19:00 - 20:00 Panel Discussion 1 and Q&A

20:00 - 20:30 Closing Remarks and Close

20:30 - 21:00 Networking


THE AGENDA
  • UK–Africa Business and Trade: Opportunities, Market Access & Entry Strategies, Best Practices in Business Development, and Navigating Risks, Cultural Dynamics, and Cross-Border Complexities.
  • Exporting from Africa to the UK and importing into the UK from Africa: Import/Export Regulations, Standards, Compliance, Customs Declarations and Best Practices to navigate the complexities
  • The West Midlands Growth Plan and Key Industries for Opportunities: Advanced engineering, Clean Tech and Energy, Health and Medical Tech, Digital and the Creative Industries; and Next Gen Professional and Financial Services
  • Harnessing the Economic Potential and Engagement of the African Diaspora in the UK: Opportunities, Economic Participation, Business Startup and Growth Support
  • Financing and Investing in Startups and Small Businesses for Sustainable Growth
  • Managing Health and Wellbeing in the Business Environment
  • Technology Integration, Digital Transformation and AI for Small Business Growth
  • Effective Business Growth Strategies, Innovation and Transformation for Resilience
  • Navigating Business Risks, Regulatory Requirements, and Compliance
  • Starting, Growing and Scaling Sustainable, Competitive and Resilient Small Businesses in the West Midlands
  • Property and Real Estate Investment, Market Trends, Pricing Insights, Economic Opportunities, and Smart Strategies for Success
  • Small business strategic financial management, accounting, compliance updates (VAT, Tax, PAYE and Self Assessment) and cashflow management best practices and digital tools
  • Best Practices for Cybersecurity, Data Protection, and GDPR Compliance in Small Businesses.
  • Developing Robust Go-to-Market (GTM) and Sustainable Expansion Strategies for Small Businesses: Key Components and Critical Considerations
  • Driving social value and entrepreneurship to maximize positive impact and legacy for future
  • Marketing and communication in the digital age and social media management
  • Artificial Intelliegence (AI) and use case for small businesses
  • Driving Supply chain diversity, inclusivity and resilience


SPEAKERS

SPONSORSHIP

We have multiple opportunities for companies and businesses to showcase their product and services, enhance brand awareness and connect with new clients/customers. Please contact us at [email protected] for more.

For enquiries, to express interest to become a speaker at our events or sponsorship opportunities, contact us at [email protected]


ABOUT MIDLANDS AFRICAN BUSINESS NETWORK

AfBC Midlands - African Business Network (MAfBN) is a business-led initiative aimed at empowering African diaspora businesses in the Midlands; increasing Midlands' commercial connectivity and strengthening economic ties, trade relations, FDI flows, education, cultural and linkages with African countries. Find more

Learn more and sign up for AfBC Membership, visit www. african-chamber.com/membership.


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The Eastside Rooms, Woodcock Street, Birmingham, United Kingdom

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