AfBC Africa Business Forum 2025 - Leicester

African Business Chamber (AfBC)

Inclusive Economic Growth, Unlocking African Diaspora Potential  and  Business Excellence: UK-Africa Trade, Investment and Partnerships

University of Leicester School of Business

Join us for the 2nd African Business Chamber (AfBC) African Business Forum 2025 in Leicester in partnership with the <a href="https://le.ac.uk/school-of-business" title="https://le.ac.uk/school-of-business" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">University of Leicester School of Business</a>.Date: Thursday 06 November 2025Time: 10: 00 - 16:00 GMTVenue: University of Leicester School of Business, Leicester, England LE2 1RQ Theme: Unlocking Inclusive Economic Growth, African Diaspora Potential and Business Excellence in the UK: Strengthening UK-Africa Trade, Investment, Internationalisation and Partnerships. The Forum will convene business leaders, government officials, investors, entrepreneurs, members of the diaspora, experts, policymakers, academics, and professionals from across the UK to explore and highlight economic growth opportunities in Africa. The event will showcase prospects for local, regional, and international businesses and investors.Join us for engaging discussions, gain insights from our speakers, and connect with like-minded investors, business leaders, professionals, and entrepreneurs. <h2>THE AGENDA</h2>Inclusive Economic Growth &amp; Industrial Strategy<ul><li>Advancing inclusive economic growth and regional industrial strategies</li><li>Strengthening UK–Africa (Midlands) policy alignment on trade, industry, and investment</li><li>Building resilient supply chains and sustainable global partnerships</li></ul>International Trade, Investment &amp; Market Access<ul><li>Exploring global trade trends, export strategies, M&amp;A activity, and financing opportunities</li><li>Market entry and risk mitigation strategies for doing business in Africa</li><li>Investing in emerging African markets: technology, creative industries, fashion, healthcare, retail, and FMCG</li><li>Navigating regulatory, financial, and sustainability complexities across African markets</li></ul>Diaspora &amp; Minority Economic Empowerment<ul><li>Enhancing the economic participation and impact of the African and wider diaspora in the UK</li><li>Empowering minority-owned businesses and entrepreneurs for scalable growth</li><li>Advancing inclusive access to funding and investment for UK minority SMEs and startups</li></ul>Women, Youth &amp; Inclusive Entrepreneurship<ul><li>Supporting women and youth-led enterprises in minority and diaspora communities</li><li>Fostering inclusive entrepreneurship through targeted support, mentorship, and networks</li></ul>Business Excellence, Growth, Innovation, Technology &amp; Sustainability<ul><li>Driving business transformation through innovation and emerging technologies</li><li>Leveraging intelligent and smart tech infrastructure opportunities across Africa</li><li>Exploring circular economy solutions and sustainable manufacturing pathways</li><li>Delivering scalable, tech-enabled impact solutions across sectors</li></ul>Creative &amp; Cultural Industries<ul><li>Unlocking opportunities in fashion, media, and the wider creative economy</li><li>Connecting UK and African creative talent and markets</li></ul>Investment and Financing Opportunities<ul><li>Accelerating investment, financing and funding for minority small businesses and startups.</li><li>Exploring investment opportunities in UK real estate and property asset management</li></ul> <h2>THE PROGRAMME</h2><h2> </h2> <h2>SPONSORSHIP</h2>We have multiple opportunities for companies and businesses to showcase their product and services, enhance brand awareness and connect with new clients/customers.For further information, to express interest in speaking at our events, or to explore sponsorship opportunities, please contact us at info@african-chamber.com. Learn more and sign up for AfBC Membership, visit <a href="https://african-chamber.com/membership" title="https://african-chamber.com/membership" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www. african-chamber.com/membership</a>.

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