AfBC UK - Africa Trade and Invest Forum 2025, London

Schedule

Wed Nov 05 2025 at 09:00 am to 05:00 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

London | London, EN

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Redefining Growth: A New Era for UK–Africa Economic Relations, Trade and Investment
About this Event

Register to join the African Business Chamber (AfBC) UK-Africa Business Forum (Trade and Investment ) 2025 . The premier event designed to strengthen economic relations, trade and investment between the UK and African markets.


Date: Wednesday, 05 November 2025

Location: London


Theme: Redefining Growth: A New Era for UK–Africa Economic Relations, Trade and Investment


The UK-Africa Trade and Investment Forum 2025 will bring together business leaders, policymakers, investors, entrepreneurs, and professionals to explore Africa’s dynamic economic landscape. This premier event will focus on unlocking sustainable trade and investment opportunities, facilitating impactful partnerships, and highlighting practical strategies for doing business across the continent.

Discover where and how to invest in Africa to drive long-term, inclusive growth. Engage in insightful conversations with expert speakers and connect with like-minded leaders and investors committed to shaping a sustainable future.

Explore emerging investment trends, ESG-driven opportunities, and best practices for navigating Africa’s evolving markets. Through real-world case studies and innovative projects, the Summit will spotlight the rise of sustainable and impact investing—demonstrating how responsible investment is delivering positive outcomes for both communities and investors.

This African Business Chamber (AfBC) flagship annual forum is an essential platform for shaping the future of UK–Africa economic relations. This high-level event will bring together business leaders, policymakers, investors, and innovators to foster dialogue and collaboration around innovation, sustainability, and shared prosperity.

The forum is designed to facilitate networking, knowledge exchange, and the creation of strategic partnerships that promote mutual economic growth. It will focus on pivotal sectors and themes, including:



THE AGENDA



Day 1: UK - Africa Trade and Investment Forum



09:00 - 10:00 Registration and Networking
10:00 - 12:30 Reimagining UK–Africa Strategy: Unlocking Economic Growth, Trade, and Investment in a Contested and Fragmented Global Economy
  • Demystifying and unpacking The UK's 2025 Modern Trade Strategy and new approach to Africa’s growth and economic transformation
  • Shaping Trade for Mutual Prosperity in the New Global Order: Enhancing trade facilitation, market access, and economic partnerships to drive growth.
  • Strengthening and Brokering new UK–Africa Trade Relations: Enhancing trade policies, strategies, and mutual partnerships.
  • Africa Economic Outlook and Trends: Regional market prospects and growth trajectories across the continent.
  • Driving Sustainable Economic Growth: Long-term development through inclusive, resilient, and green approaches.
  • The Role of the African Diaspora and Prosperity: Contributions to trade, investment, and remittance flows.



12:30 - 13:30 Lunch Break



13:30 - 16:00 Driving Sustainable Financing and Impact Investing in Africa
  • Africa’s Investment Landscape: Emerging investment trends, major deals, mergers & acquisitions, joint ventures, and financing opportunities in: East Africa, Southern Africa, West Africa and Central and Francophone Africa
  • Unlocking and Seizing Growth and Untapped Investments in Africa: Mobilising capital to finance inclusive and transformative projects in Banking and FinTech, Technology and Telecom, Energy, Oil and Gas, Mining and Mineral Resources, Infrastructure, Healthcare, Tourism, Transport and Logistics, Manufacturing, Agribusiness, Real Estate, FMCG, Fashion, Music and Creative Industries.
  • Strengthening Capital Markets and Financial Innovation.
  • Scaling Sustainability, Green Growth and Impact Investing: ESG integration, green bonds, and responsible investment strategies.
  • Financing Growth and Bridging Gaps Through Strategic Investment: Blended Finance, DFIs, FDIs, Export and Trade Finance



18:00 - 21:00 UK - Africa Business Forum Networking Reception


Join us in shaping a resilient, innovative, and prosperous economic future for the UK and Africa. Participate in thought-provoking discussions, gain insights from distinguished speakers, and engage with a network of like-minded investors, business leaders, professionals, and entrepreneurs.


#AfricanBusinessChamber #AfBCForum #UAFB2025




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]

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

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