14 – 15 May 2026
Kigali, Rwanda
About the Event
The Africa CEO Forum 2026 brings together over 2,500 decision-makers, including business leaders, investors, heads of state, and policymakers, to shape the future of Africa’s economic growth.
This year’s forum focuses on a critical theme:
“Scale or Fail: Why Africa Must Embrace Shared Ownership”
As global competition for capital intensifies, Africa must rethink its growth model by fostering collaboration, cross-border investment, and the development of continental champions.
What to Expect
Participants will engage in:
- Executive dialogues and high-level discussions
- Open debates on Africa’s economic future
- Strategic negotiations and partnership building
- Insightful sessions on scaling African businesses and projects
Key Focus Areas
The forum will explore transformative topics including:
- Cross-border talent mobility and skills development
- Financing large-scale infrastructure and real estate projects
- Industrial growth and technological sovereignty
- Mining, energy, and resource optimization
- Trade dynamics and global market positioning
- Development of mega-projects across Africa
Driving a New Vision for Africa
The 2026 edition calls for a shift toward shared ownership, built on three core pillars:
- Shared equity
- Shared infrastructure
- Shared frameworks
This approach aims to unlock scale, strengthen resilience, and position Africa as a competitive force in the global economy.
Why Attend
- Connect with Africa’s top business and political leaders
- Explore high-impact investment opportunities
- Participate in shaping continental strategies
- Build partnerships that drive long-term growth
- Gain insights into Africa’s evolving economic landscape
Join the Movement
Be part of the conversation that will define Africa’s next phase of growth and transformation.
