The Program
THE PROGRAM OF ACTIVITIES AT THE SUMMIT
The Africa Business Summit is the No.1 business networking and discovery platform in Africa
The event is composed of the following key activities:
- The Summit – The Summit will comprise presentations, panel discussions and case studies that will cover a number of key issues in leadership, entrepreneurship, sustainability and African transformation in Africa.
- Exhibition – The Expo Hall will showcase the latest technologies, innovations, products and services from more than 100 local, regional and global companies from Africa and across the World
- The Africa Business Awards – The Awards celebrate businesses and individuals who have made their mark and impact in Africa. More information HERE
NOTE: While the general outlay of the Summit will largely remain the same, we are aware that as we bring in more stakeholders and sponsors to the event, some fine details may change over the course of preparing for this Summit.
PRE-EVENT DAY - MARCH 11, 2025
14.00 - Registration of delegates commences
18.00 - Africa Business Summit Welcome & Networking Cocktail
DAY 1 - MARCH 12, 2025
07.00 – Registration of delegates, coffee/tea and networking
07.00 - Sponsored breakfast and networking at the Expo Hall
08.30 – Event opens officially / Welcome remarks from Organisers
08.40 – Keynote Speeches from Key Guests & Government Officials
09.10 – One-to-One Chat with Platinum/Title Sponsor CEO/MD
09.40 - CEO Roundtables - Focus on Building Responsible, Inspirational & Impactful Leadership in Africa
13.00 – Lunch & Networking at the Expo Hall
14.00 – COUNTRY FOCUS: Deep dive into the investments and trade opportunities in specific African countries
18.00 - B2B Deal Connect Sessions & Networking at the Expo Hall
19.00 – LEADERSHIP Focus Dinner
21.00 - End of Day 1
DAY 2 - MARCH 13, 2025
09.00 – Welcome remarks from Organisers
09.10 – One-to-One Chat with Gold Sponsors CEOs/MDs
10.30 – CEO Roundtables - Focus on Building Successful Businesses, Start-ups & the future of Entrepreneurship in Africa
13.00 – Lunch & Networking at the Expo Hall
14.00 – ENTREPRENEURSHIP FOCUS: Deep dive into the investments and business opportunities in Africa.
16.00 - Startup World Cup Pitching & Awards Ceremony
18.00 – B2B Deal Connect Sessions & Networking at the Expo Hall
19.00 – Africa Start-Ups Connect Forum Dinner
21.00 – End of Day 2
DAY 3 - MARCH 14, 2025
09.00 – Welcome remarks from Organisers
09.10 – CEO Roundtables – Focus on Building Sustainable, Resilient & Climate Smart Businesses in Africa
13.00 – Lunch & Networking at the Expo Hall
14.00 – Branded Sponsored Break-out Sessions covering the Summit’s thematic areas, with a focus on HEALTHCARE, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, EDUCATION and RENEWABLE ENERGY
18.00 – B2B Deal Connect Sessions & Networking at the Expo Hall
19.00 – Africa Business Awards Gala Dinner & Ceremony
21.00 – End of the Event