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Pan Africa Conference 2025

February 11, 2025- February 13, 2025

Dakar, Senegal

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Start Date February 11, 2025

End Date February 13, 2025

Location Dakar, Senegal

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Catalyzing the Future of Inclusive Entrepreneurship

Join us in Senegal for the ANDE Pan Africa Conference 2025, where trailblazers and visionaries in the African entrepreneurship ecosystem will convene under the theme “Catalyzing the Future of Inclusive Entrepreneurship in Africa.” This gathering will drive meaningful action toward creating a more inclusive and vibrant entrepreneurial landscape, with a spotlight on empowering youth, leveraging digital innovation, fostering diversity, and uplifting cultural enterprises.

The conference will amplify voices from the Global South, reinforce South-South collaborations, and bring together African governments, private sector leaders, and investors for transformative discussions on shaping the future of inclusive entrepreneurship across the continent. Be part of this pivotal movement—your participation is vital!

The Agenda

Map of Africa as a fabric patchwork art.

The 2025 Pan Africa Conference aims to spark transformative action and accelerate meaningful change in the entrepreneurial ecosystem. By focusing on inclusive practices that empower diverse voices and leverage innovative solutions, we are setting the foundation for a sustainable and equitable future.

We invite ANDE members to contribute session ideas that reflect this commitment and help shape an agenda that drives progress and leaves a lasting impact.

Session Formats

Workshop: A 90-minute interactive session to equip participants with practical skills for advancing the small and growing business (SGB) ecosystem.
Breakout: A 75-minute roundtable discussion, ideal for deep dives or small group conversations unpacking complex topics.
Spark-Talk: A dynamic 5-7 minute TED Talk-style presentation showcasing an innovation or surprising insight.
Roundtable: A 60-minute small and informal member-led discussion to explore key sector issues.

We will also host a Made in Africa Exhibition—an exclusive showcase of investor-ready SGB pipelines, presented by ANDE members!

Discover opportunities, connect with visionary entrepreneurs, and engage with Africa’s next wave of investment-ready ventures.

Do you want to share your ideas or facilitate a session? Light bulb drawing over yellow background.

The submission deadline is Wednesday, December 11, 2024. Each member is limited to two submissions, so please coordinate internally. Due to limited space, not all submissions will be included, and some sessions may be combined.

You must be an active ANDE member to present at the conference. Not yet a member?

To learn how to join, please reach out to the ANDE Membership Team. You can email us at ande.membership@aspeninstitute.org and we will get back to you.

Submit your ideas here

Offsite Excursions

For the first two days of the Pan Africa Conference in Dakar, Senegal, participants will engage in a variety of networking events and sessions. The third day—February 13—will be unique, featuring a series of site visits and excursions designed to immerse attendees in Dakar’s vibrant entrepreneurial landscape. Participants will have the chance to meet with local entrepreneurs and gain insights into Senegal’s small and growing business (SGB) ecosystem. More details will be available soon, so be sure to book your travel around this exciting opportunity!

Global Members
Early Bird Rate: USD$ 830
Regular Rate: USD$ 975

Global Non-Members
Early Bird Rate: USD$ 1,750
Regular Rate: USD$ 1,950

Regional Members
Early Bird Rate: USD$ 625
Regular Rate: USD$ 750

Regional Non-Members
Early Bird Rate: USD$ 975
Regular Rate: USD$ 1,250

Your conference ticket grants you access to all sessions, lunches, beverages, and cocktail receptions on February 11 and 12, plus the gala dinner on February 11. Please note that hotel accommodations are not included and should be booked separately.

Early bird pricing will be available until Friday, November 29, 2024.

Sponsor the Conference

Sponsoring the 2025 Pan Africa Conference offers a valuable opportunity to support ANDE’s mission, increase visibility for your work, actively contribute to the event’s success, and support members from developing economies. For more details, please review our sponsorship brochure and feel free to reach out to Flora Bracco with any questions.

View the Sponsorship Brochure

Visas and Vaccinations

All visitors traveling to Dakar, Senegal, for the ANDE 2025 Pan Africa Conference must have valid entry visas or a visa waiver, depending on their nationality. Travelers from ECOWAS member countries and those with specific bilateral agreements with Senegal may be exempt from visa requirements. It is essential to verify your visa status before traveling.

For more details on Senegal’s visa requirements, please visit this website. If you need a visa invitation letter, please indicate so during registration or reach out to the ANDE Events team.

Additionally, all travelers entering Senegal are required to be vaccinated against Yellow Fever at least 10 days prior to their arrival. If you have already been vaccinated, please ensure you can provide proof of vaccination within the last 10 years.

We also recommend that travelers consider taking prescription medication to prevent malaria, particularly if they plan to visit rural areas. Please consult your healthcare provider for personalized advice and check the World Health Organization’s website for additional health information.

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Catalyzing the Future of Inclusive Entrepreneurship

The Agenda

Session Formats

Early bird pricing will be available until Friday, November 29, 2024.

Sponsor the Conference

Visas and Vaccinations

About You

About your organization

About You and Your Organization (continued)

Person Responsible for Providing Data to ANDE

Person Responsible for Payments

Responsible

Person Responsible for Payments

Key Contact

Key Contact

Key Contact

About Your Organization

Billing Address

Your Organization's work

Climate and Environmental Action

Gender Equality

Decent Work and Economic Growth

Membership Details

Finish Application