This conference will bring together representatives from government, private sector executives, investors, and practitioners focused on nurturing localized and sustainable entrepreneurial ecosystems.
It aims to drive transformative change and enhance Africa’s role as a global leader in innovative and sustainable entrepreneurship by highlighting perspectives from the Global South and encouraging collaborative efforts.
Mark your calendars for February 11 to 13, 2025, as the Aspen Network of Development Entrepreneurs (ANDE) hosts its inaugural Pan Africa Conference in the vibrant city of Dakar, Senegal.
Shaping Africa’s Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
The Pan Africa Conference is poised to be a dynamic platform, spotlighting critical topics that are reshaping Africa’s entrepreneurial landscape. Key themes include:
- The Future of Work for Youth: Exploring strategies to empower Africa’s youth through skills development and formal employment opportunities.
- Digital Innovation: Showcasing how technology is driving entrepreneurial growth and creating new business opportunities.
- Diversity and Inclusion: Promoting equitable access to resources and opportunities for entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds.
- Cultural Enterprises: Recognizing the pivotal role of cultural industries in fostering economic development and preserving African heritage.
By amplifying voices from the Global South and fostering collaboration, ANDE aims to inspire transformative change and solidify Africa’s position as a global hub for innovative and sustainable entrepreneurship.
The Agenda
The full agenda is available for review here
And these are some highlights:
- Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Development
- Dive into discussions on creating resilient, locally driven ecosystems that empower Small and Growing Businesses (SGBs) to scale sustainably.
- Focus on Business Development Services (BDS) essential for entrepreneurial success.
- Policy and Regulatory Dialogue
- Engage with policymakers, capital providers, and ecosystem service organizations (ESOs) to identify strategies that enhance the regulatory environment for entrepreneurs.
- South-South Collaboration
- Foster cross-border partnerships within Africa to develop climate-conscious solutions tailored to regional challenges.
- Advancing a Net-Zero Future
- Highlight sustainable practices in entrepreneurship, emphasizing Africa’s role in global climate action while driving local prosperity.
- Made in Africa Exhibition
- Celebrate Africa’s industrial ingenuity by showcasing successful SGB pipelines and sharing best practices for scaling businesses.
Building a Resilient Future
The Pan Africa Conference will serve as a convergence point for government representatives, private sector leaders, investors, and practitioners committed to fostering localized, sustainable entrepreneurial ecosystems. By nurturing partnerships and sharing actionable insights, the event aims to catalyze social and economic development while contributing to the global sustainability movement.
Join the Movement
Be part of this pivotal event and contribute to shaping the future of inclusive entrepreneurship in Africa. Together, we can create a prosperous, resilient future that empowers African entrepreneurs and enhances the continent’s role on the global stage.
