An evening gathering of African diaspora innovators, founders, creatives, academics, investors, and civic leaders in London. Expect fast introductions, purposeful networking, and practical conversations on unlocking capital, talent, and collaboration routes between the UK and Africa.
Why this event
Diaspora Nexus: Africa convenes the people building companies, institutions, and creative projects to connect, collaborate, and catalyse outcomes that scale.
Who should attend
- Founders, operators, and technologists
- Investors, donors, and ecosystem builders
- Creatives, media, and cultural leaders
- Academics, clinicians, and researchers
- Policy, civic, and non-profit leaders
- Students and early-career professionals with a strong interest in Africa-linked impact
What you will gain
- New relationships with peers across sectors
- A clear picture of active opportunities, from capital to partnerships
- A directory of participants who opt in, with “offers and asks” captured on the night
- Invitations to working groups and quarterly salons
Format at a glance
- 18.00 - 18.30 Arrival, registration and refreshments
- 18:30 - 18:35 Host welcome
- 18:35 - 19:00 Lightning introductions
- 19:00 - 19:25 Fireside chat 1: Opportunities and challenges for Black professionals and founders in the UK
- 19:25 - 19:45 Structured networking
- 19:45 - 20:05 Fireside chat 2: Mobilising the diaspora for impact in Africa
- 20:05 - 20:20 Open floor: project shout-outs
- 20:20 - 20:25 Closing remarks and next steps
- 20:25 - 21:00 Informal networking
Prepare your 30-second intro: Name, role, “I’m building…”, “My one ask…”.
Accessibility: Step-free access, reserved seating near the front.
Tickets
- General admission, free, limited capacity
Photography and filming: Select photos and short clips may be taken for community highlights. If you prefer not to be photographed, let the registration desk know on arrival and use a red sticker.
Privacy: Directory sharing is strictly opt-in. Data is processed for community building and will not be sold to third parties.
Code of conduct: Be respectful, inclusive, and constructive.
