AfBC African Business Forum 2025, Manchester

African Business Chamber (AfBC)

Harnessing an inclusive economy & empowering African Diaspora; Strengthening UK-Africa trade, investment, entrepreneurship and partnerships

Alliance Manchester Business School

Join African Business Chamber (AfBC) African Business Forum 2025 in Manchester on Thursday, 20 March 2025 between at 13: 00 - 17:30 GMT.Theme: Harnessing an inclusive economy, business growth support and empowering the African Diaspora; Strengthening Greater Manchester (UK)-Africa trade, investment, entrepreneurship, technologies and partnerships.Venue: Alliance Manchester Business School (AMBS), Booth St W, Manchester M15 6PB, ManchesterThe Forum will bring together business leaders, Government officials, investors, entrepreneurs, diasporas, experts, policymakers, academia and professionals from across the UK to deliberate and showcase economic growth opportunities in Africa for both local, regional and internationals businesses and investors.Join our discussion to learn from our speakers and connect with like minded investors, businesses, leaders, professionals and entrepreneurs. <h2>THE PROGRAMME</h2>12:00 - 13:00 Registration and Networking Refreshment Drinks13:00 - 13:30 Welcome and Keynote SessionEconomic and investment opportunities, macro/micro economic trends, GM inclusive economic growth, internationalisation and policies13:30 - 15:00 Discussion Panel/Presentation Session 1Economic opportunities, market trends and business growth and support ecosystem environment, sustainability, innovation and supply chain15:00 - 15:30 Coffee Break15:00 - 16:30 Discussion Panel/Presentation Session 2Entrepreneurial leadership, business startup, market growth, risks, international trade, export, financial inclusion/investing and scaling up, emerging opportunities for startups and SME growth, Empowerment.16:30 - 17:00 Closing Remarks and Vote of thanks17:00 Close 18:00 - 20:00 <a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/964380858107?aff=oddtdtcreator" title="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/964380858107?aff=oddtdtcreator" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Networking Evening Reception</a> <h2>THE AGENDA</h2><ul><li>North West/Greater Manchester (GM) inclusive economic growth and industrial strategies</li><li>Strengthening UK (Manchester ) - Africa policies, international trade strategy, supply chain resilience and partnerships</li><li>Enhancing diaspora economic contribution and participation</li><li>Empowering and enabling minority businesses and entrepreneurs to grow and succeed</li><li>Exploring market trends, investments, trade, export, M&amp;A deals and financing opportunities</li><li>Market entry, doing business and de-risking in Africa</li><li>African and opportunities in Tech/STEM, creative, fashion, healthcare and retail/FMCG industries</li><li>Empowering minority women and the youth entrepreneurs in business</li><li>Inclusive financing, investing and funding for the UK minority small businesses and entrepreneurs</li><li>Driving change and impact through technology and innovation</li><li>Circular economy, innovation and manufacturing business opportunities</li><li>Delivering impactful solutions and growth through technology</li><li>Navigating African technologies, finance and sustainability regulatory compliance and governance complexities</li><li>Emerging Intelligent and Smart Tech Infrastructure opportunities in Africa</li><li>Inclusive business and opportunities in media, fashion and creative</li><li>Investing in Real Estate and Property Asset Management in the UK</li></ul> <h2>SPEAKERS</h2>Prof Pritish Behuria - Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor at The University of Manchester's Global Development Institute (GDI), University of ManchesterProfessor Bamidele Adebisi MBE - Professor in Intelligent Infrastructure Systems and Head of the Smart Infrastructure and Industry Research (SIIR) Group at the Department of Engineering, Manchester Metropolitan University. Chair of Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Manchester Branch.Dr. Ikpenmosa Uhumuavbi - Senior Lecturer, University of Greater Manchester School of Law and Consultant Head of Practice at Africase AttorneysEUR ING Patrick Obidoyin - Chair, AfBC North West and Co-Founder of Lancaster farms and Innovation Hub.Cody Gapare - Co-Chair, AfBC North West, Entrepreneur and Founder of Eylure C-Lash NaturalsVeronica Safoa Owusu - President, Educational Communities Worldwide and Founder of V-PowerCoachingDaniel Eze - Co-Founder, AfrilishNgozi Weller - Director at Aurora Incorporated and Chair Pro-Manchester’s Racial Equity Group (REG)Claire Namukolo Raven - CEO Of Cheshire Fashion WeekOladayo Olarewaju – Co-Founder and Director, DOA FoodsRamazani Mwamba - Senior Reporter, Manchester Evening NewsMichael Ekpechue – Director of Adanian Labs UK, Ecobba, Afya Rekod and Director, TWAA CommunityAlex Onalaja - Co-Founder &amp; Managing Director, TAD360Dr Daniel Moses - Founder, Property Wealth Corporation, serial entrepreneur, avid investor, millionaire mentor, bestselling author, and prolific speakerEric Okwir – Director at BNYMore TBC <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. Please contact us at info@african-chamber.com for more.For enquiries, to express interest to become a speaker at our events or sponsorship opportunities, contact us at info@african-chamber.comLearn 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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