AFSIC – Investing in Africa is the leading Africa-focused investment conference, held annually in London, serving as a key platform for investors, business leaders, and policymakers to connect and unlock new opportunities in Africa’s fast-growing markets.
The 2025 edition will take place on 14–15 October at Park Plaza Westminster, bringing together over 1,500 high-level delegates from Africa and across the world.
At the core of AFSIC is its commitment to fostering investment, collaboration, and sustainable economic development across the continent. The event goes beyond traditional conferences, providing dynamic panels on key industry sectors, including investment banking, infrastructure, agriculture, fintech and innovation, power, and sustainable development. The newly launched Agenda at a Glance and Speaker Submission process ensures that discussions remain timely, relevant, and action-oriented.
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A Platform for Deal-Making and Investment Growth
AFSIC is renowned for its high-impact investor engagement, enabling businesses to pitch for capital and gain visibility among global investors. The Investor Pitching Room offers a rapid-fire platform where companies and funds can showcase their investment propositions to an audience of interested financial institutions, venture capitalists, and private equity firms.
The Meet the Investors sessions provide a direct channel for investors to introduce themselves to potential partners, facilitating meaningful interactions that lead to deal profiling and closing. The conference’s Country-Specific Investment Summits serve as a gateway for exploring business opportunities in different African nations, providing insights into investment climates, IPOs, and sector-specific growth potential.
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Networking, Visibility, and Strategic Partnerships
AFSIC prioritises high-level networking through its breakaway areas, where sponsors and exhibitors can host meetings and strengthen their market presence. The event kicks off with the Meet African Dealmakers networking session, which in 2025 will take place at the London Transport Museum, offering an informal yet strategic space for deal-making.
With a diverse range of financial sector participants, including top European DFIs, investment banks, ratings agencies, and pan-African banks, AFSIC offers an unparalleled forum for investors seeking new ventures and capital-raising opportunities. The African Investments Team works year-round alongside AFSIC to promote projects via the African Investments Dashboard and Deal Books, which profile multi-billion-dollar investment opportunities across the continent.
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A Results-Driven Investment Ecosystem
In 2024, over $10 billion worth of deals were showcased at AFSIC, and the 2025 edition is set to surpass this figure. By aligning Africa’s investment opportunities with global financial markets, AFSIC has established itself as a private-sector-led, results-focused investment event. The conference is supported by leading financial media, corporate sponsors, and industry partners, making it a must-attend event for investors seeking to expand their footprint in Africa’s dynamic economy.
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About AFSIC – Investing in Africa
Over the years, AFSIC has become one of Africa’s most significant investment forums, playing a vital role in accelerating the continent’s economic transformation. By matching capital with high-potential businesses, AFSIC is unlocking opportunities across all business sectors, fostering trade, and driving sustainable economic growth.
AFSIC is powered by African Investments Limited, which operates two award-winning digital platforms:
• The African Investments Dashboard, which connects institutional investors with high-value investment opportunities.
• The Africa Business Opportunities Dashboard, which facilitates business, trade, and investment connectionsacross the continent.
These platforms earned the 2022 Salesforce Partner Innovation Award for Financial Services, reinforcing AFSIC’s reputation as a leading force in Africa’s investment landscape.
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As Africa continues its trajectory of economic growth and transformation, AFSIC 2025 promises to be a landmark event, catalysing game-changing investments and partnerships that will shape the future of the continent.
