AfBC African Business Forum and Networking, Leeds

Thu Jan 22 2026 at 01:00 am to 05:00 pm UTC+00:00

Leeds | Leeds

African Business Chamber (AfBC)
Publisher/HostAfrican Business Chamber (AfBC)
AfBC African Business Forum  and Networking, Leeds
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Empowering the African Diaspora, Strengthening UK-Africa Trade
About this Event

Join us for the Inaugural African Business Chamber (AfBC) African Business Forum 2025 in Leeds.


Date: Thursday, 22 January 2025.

Time: 13:00 - 17:00

Venue: Leeds (TBC)

Theme: Empowering the African Diaspora, Strengthening UK-Africa Trade


The 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 and solutions in the region.

Join our discussion to learn from our speakers and connect with like minded investors, businesses, leaders, professionals and entrepreneurs.



THE PROGRAMME

13:00 - 13:30 Registration and Networking Refreshment Drinks

13:30 - 14:00 Welcome and Keynote Address

14:00 -15:00 Discussion Panel 1

15:00 - 15:30 Coffee Break

15:30 - 16:45 Dicsussion Panel 2

16:45 - 17:00 Closing Remarks and Vote of Thanks



THE AGENDA
  • Yorkshire inclusive economic growth strategies and policies
  • Emerging economic and investment opportunities in Yorkshire
  • Strengthening Yorkshire (UK) - Africa policies, international trade strategy, supply chain resilience and partnerships
  • Inclusive business support and investment ecosystems
  • Financing and investing in Minority African SME businesses in the UK
  • Accelerating entrepreneurship, technology tranformation and innovation
  • Business startup, growth and scaleup strategies
  • Building high growth, innovative and resilient Minority businesses
  • Enhancing African diaspora economic contribution and participation
  • Empowering African businesses and entrepreneurs in the region
  • African economic prospect and market outlook
  • Exploring emerging investments, deals and financing opportunities
  • Market entry, doing business and de-risking in Africa
  • Export and trade finance
  • African diasporic economic opportunities, investment and remittances




SPEAKERS

TBC





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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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Leeds, United Kingdom

Tickets

GBP 27.80 to GBP 130.72

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