The Africa Financial Industry Summit (AFIS) and the Healthcare Innovation Summit Africa 2023 are two major events that aim to shape Africa's future in different sectors. AFIS, scheduled to take place in Lomé, Togo on November 15th and 16th, focuses on reshaping Africa's financial future by building a robust, resilient, and self-reliant financial industry. The summit aims to entice African institutional investments into local capital markets, ensure the free movement of capital and regulatory harmony, foster talent for digital transformation, and unlock innovation in areas like climate finance and tokenization. Key figures from the financial sector, including representatives from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), national banks, regulatory authorities, and major financial institutions, are expected to attend. AFIS aims to contribute to a stable and prosperous African financial future by coordinating banking, insurance, fintech, and capital market strategies with global standards. The summit provides a collaborative platform for innovation and knowledge-sharing.
On the other hand, the Healthcare Innovation Summit Africa 2023 is a two-day event that brings together experts, innovators, and stakeholders in the healthcare industry to discuss topics such as digital health, telemedicine, and data analytics. The summit aims to explore the impact of digital innovation on the healthcare sector and provide insights on how to overcome industry-specific challenges. The event features an Innovation Showcase and provides networking opportunities for attendees. It is recommended for individuals interested in learning about the latest African healthcare trends and is open to healthcare experts, policymakers, IT decision-makers, entrepreneurs, and investors. Registration is required to secure a seat at the event.
In addition to these African events, there is also a boutique healthcare investment event happening in Chicago. The MedCity INVEST conference is scheduled for May 21-22 at the Ritz Carlton hotel in Chicago. The conference will feature panel discussions on healthcare transformation, a startup pitch contest, a presentation on government funding for startups, and networking opportunities. DaVita Venture Group, a healthcare provider focused on transforming care delivery, is looking to invest in innovations adjacent to kidney care. Startups are advised to focus on proving product market fit, profitability, and developing relationships with investors. The conference aims to highlight opportunities and challenges in the healthcare industry, including consumer convenience, value-based care, and affordable healthcare for all. The event is open to healthcare professionals, investors, and startups interested in healthcare innovation and investment.
Shared Interest, a non-profit guarantee fund, will host its 30th Anniversary Voices of Change Gala on April 29, 2024, in New York City. The gala will honor Lebohang “Lebo M” Morake and Wendy Luhabe with awards. Citibank, N.A. will receive the Corporate Leadership Award. The event will feature a panel discussion on 'Why Africa? Why Now?' moderated by Redi Tlhabi. Over 300 activists, leaders, and practitioners will attend. Shared Interest has provided $34 million in guarantees and unlocked $125 million in loans to Black-owned enterprises in Southern Africa. They aim to work with 10 new commercial lenders to benefit 100,000 people. For tickets and more information, visit the Shared Interest website.
The 2024 edition of the '100 Most Notable Africans Leadership and Business Summit' will be held in Rwanda from August 1 to August 4. The summit aims to showcase the achievements and potential of Nigerian and other African business titans, leadership and security stakeholders, and entrepreneurs. It is organized in collaboration with several stakeholders, including the Davdan Peace and Advocacy Foundation, American Management University, Peace Ambassador Agency Worldwide, and the Global Africa Trade Advisory Chamber. The event will bring together entrepreneurs, leaders of businesses, and stakeholders from different sectors across Africa to discuss sustainable development, economic prosperity, and peace building initiatives. The summit will feature keynote addresses, panel discussions, workshops, interactive sessions, and the official unveiling of the African Business and Leadership Club, Art and Cultural Exhibition, and presentation of awards. The choice of Rwanda as the location for the summit signifies tenacity, hope, unity, and progress.
Mining Indaba is investing significantly in ensuring the presence of a larger mining government contingency in 2025. The government activity will take place in a new home for 2025 - the CTICC 2 building. The 2025 theme is 'Future-proofing African Mining, Today!' and is anchored on six key content pillars. Attendees can expect new country investment forums and an improved ministerial symposium. Mining Indaba is the largest mining investment event in Africa.