AFRICA GATE GROWTH 21, 24 - 28 February 2025

is a two-part event designed to foster dialogue, innovation, and collaboration in finance and technology across West Africa. It features a dynamic agenda that combines a high-impact forum with an immersive learning program in Silicon Valley, ensuring participants gain both strategic insights and practical tools to drive growth in their industries. DECK

This prestigious event, hosted by the Ivorian Ministry of Digital Transition and Digitalization, in collaboration with SPECI (The Economic Promotion Service of Côte d’Ivoire to the United States, Canada, and Mexico), CLKA Law Firm, and the UC Berkeley Haas School of Business African Business Club, will convene industry leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and innovators. Together, we aim to foster dialogue on emerging trends, partnerships, and solutions for sustainable development in West Africa.

The forum kicks off with exhibitor stands showcasing opportunities for collaboration and innovation. Attendees will then hear from esteemed leaders such as ambassadors, ministers, and industry experts during the opening remarks.

This will be followed by a session on business and regulatory frameworks in Africa, with leading law firms providing insights into the legal landscape in key regions like WAEMU, Morocco, and Nigeria.

A series of firechats will delve into transformative topics like:

• The role of AI in driving business innovation.
• Strategies for advancing financial inclusion across the continent.
• Unlocking funding opportunities for African enterprises.

The day concludes with success stories from leading African entrepreneurs and speed networking and private dinner opportunities for building meaningful partnerships.

The second part of the event is an exclusive immersion program in Silicon Valley, offering a hands-on learning experience for African startups and innovators.

Key highlights include:

• Workshops on fostering an entrepreneurial mindset, visionary leadership, and building strategic partnerships.
• Sessions on achieving product-market fit, navigating the funding ecosystem, and crafting impactful investor pitches.
• Company visits and Q&A sessions with top-tier tech firms, providing invaluable exposure to Silicon Valley's best practices.
• exposure to Silicon Valley's best practices.
• Small-group mentoring with innovation experts, offering tailored guidance to participants.

Interested in gaining increased visibility and aligning your brand with the future of Africa’s fintech and innovation ecosystem? We are offering exclusive sponsorship opportunities for companies looking to enhance their presence at the forum.

By sponsoring the Africa Gate to Growth Forum, you will:

• Gain access to exclusive branding at the event.
• Showcase your products and services to a targeted audience of key stakeholders, entrepreneurs, and decision-makers.
• Be featured as a leading supporter of sustainable business and technology growth in West Africa.

For more information on sponsorship packages and benefits, please reach out to us at [email protected], [email protected]

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

2220 Piedmont Ave, 2220 Piedmont Avenue, Berkeley, United States