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African Business and Professional Networking – Birmingham
2023-05-05 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | Park Regis Birmingham 160 Broad Street Birmingham B15 1DT, United Kingdom
Helping businesses and professionals establish new relationships; Connecting businesses with opportunities and resources for growth.
Join us for the African Business and Professional Networking Reception – Birmingham on Friday 05 May 2022 between 18:00 – 21:00 to connect with like minded business leaders, professionals and entrepreneurs, learn new markets, business and investment opportunities, gain advice and support to grow your business.
This networking meetup event is designed to keep you informed and stay abreast of the latest market news and updates. It will also be an opportunity for participants to chat to one another regarding issues that are currently affecting their business.
WHY ATTEND?

Learn more about AfBC Services, how to become a member and participate in future activities.
Learn and gain updates and best practices from our high profile guest speakers.
Network, connect and engage with like minded investors, entrepreneurs and leaders.
Opportunity to promote your business and innovative market ideas.
Discover and learn market opportunities and resources to help grow your business.
Connect and engage with prospective customers

These monthly social networking meetings works well with a limited number of people to maximise benefits and engagements, thus spaces are limited. We encourage and recommend you to register at the earliest to secure your space due to high demand and avoid disappointment.
To sign up for AfBC Membership, visit www.african-chamber.com/membership. For enquiries, to express interest to become a speaker at our event or sponsorship opportunities, contact us at info@african-chamber.com

AfBC UK - Nigeria Investment Forum
2023-05-04 08:00 - 10:00 | Online
Unlocking investments and trade opportunities in Nigeria: Tech, Healthcare, Infrastructure, Real Estate, Energy, Agribusiness and Mobility.
Nigeria has the largest population and economy in Africa and is the UK’s largest trading partner with the UK in the four quarters to the end of Q2 2022 accounting for 0.4% of total UK trade. Total trade in goods and services (exports plus imports) between the UK and Nigeria currently stands at £5.5billion. Of this £5.5 billion: total UK exports to Nigeria amounted to £3.3 billion in the four quarters to the end of Q2 2022; while total UK imports from Nigeria amounted to £2.2 billion in the four quarters to the end of Q2 2022. There are many opportunities for both the UK and Nigeria companies across a broad range of industries.
Join African Business Chamber (AfBC) UK – Nigeria Investment Forum on Thursday 04 May 2023 at 13: 00 – 15:00 GMT. to learn and hear from our industry experts, leaders, investors and businesses.
Theme: Unlocking investments, economic and trade opportunities in Nigeria: Finance, Tech, Healthcare, Infrastructure, Real Estate, Energy, Agribusiness, Manufacturing and Mobility
Join our discussion to learn from our speakers and connect with like minded businesses, leaders, professionals and entrepreneurs ways to accelerate and stimulate business, trade, FDI, diaspora and cultural relations, tourism and knowledge transfer between the UK and Nigeria.
The forum will bring together business leaders, Government officials, investors, entrepreneurs, diasporas, experts, policymakers, academia and professionals from across the World to deliberate and showcase economic growth opportunities in Africa for both local, regional and internationals businesses and investors.

AGENDA
Discussions and presentations will cover:
Profitable investment project financing opportunities in Nigeria
Importing from and exporting to Nigeria
Capital market, trade finance and asset class investment opportunities
Nigeria customs, tax systems, tariffs and standards
Climate financing and renewables
Infrastructure development projects and opportunities
FinTech, e-commerce, data centres, ICT infrastructure and innovation opportunities
Farming, agribusiness, food and beverages
Logistics, haulage, maritime and ports
Healthcare, pharmaceuticals, medicine, digital health and healthtech
Real estate development and affordable housing
Power generation, distribution, clean energy tech and renewable energy
Transportation, Smart mobility, e-hailing and shared transport
Industrial manufacturing, FMCG production and supply chains
Entertainment, creative and fashion, and recreation
Nigeria special economic zones (SEZ), free trade zones and inland dry ports
Protecting your business and investments: Intellectual property (IP), payment terms and risks
Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS)
13:00 – 14:00 BST/WAT
PANEL SESSION 1
Boosting UK – Nigeria economic and commercial relations, capital market opportunities; imports and exports, investments, FDIs, diaspora remittances; trade, climate and blended finance; ease of doing business, cross border trading and supply chains de-risking tools
Terry Scuoler CBE – Chairman – Institute of Export and International Trade
Okey Umeano – Chief Economist, Securities and Exchange Commission, Nigeria
Fiona Ahmed Ahimie – Managing Director, FBNQuest Securities Limited
Babatunde Majiyagbe – Chief Executive, Stanbic IBTC Nominees Ltd
Ian Harrison – Head of Exports – Midlands Regions, the Department for International Trade (DIT)
14:00 – 15:00
PANEL SESSION 2
Exploring and unlocking the potential of untapped market, investment and business opportunities in infrastructure, renewables, energy, real estate, technology, healthcare, manufacturing and agriculture
Wole Abu – CEO, Liquid Intelligent Technologies
Ndidi Okonkwo Nwuneli – Co-founder/Executive Chair, Sahel Consulting
Njide Ndili – Country Director, PharmAccess Foundation
Oti Ikomi – Chief Executive Officer, Proton Energy
Azuka Okeke – CEO, Africa Resource Centre for Excellence in Supply Chain Management
Everyn Castle – CEO, eha Impact Ventures and eHealth Africa
SPONSORSHIP
We have multiple opportunities for companies and businesses to showcase their product and services, enhance brand awareness and connect with new clients/customers. Please contact us at info@african-chamber.com for more.
For enquiries, to express interest to become a speaker at our events or sponsorship opportunities, contact us at info@african-chamber.com
Learn more and sign up for AfBC Membership, visit www. african-chamber.com/membership.

AfBC African Tech Forum – Manchester
2023-05-19 18:00 - 21:00 | University of Salford – MediaCityUK University of Salford – MediaCityUK Orange Tower Salford M50 2HE
Accelerating the growth of African/black tech start-ups, entrepreneurs, innovation scale up, funding, investment and ProfTech digital skills.
African Business Chamber (AfBC) in partnership with University Salford Business School to host African Tech Forum – Manchester on Friday 19 May 2023 between 18: 00 – 21:00 GMT at the MediaCity, Manchester during the Manchester Tech Week
The forum will bring together tech business leaders, local authority representatives, investors, entrepreneurs, minority diasporas, Digtech experts, policymakers, academia and ProfTechs in the ecosystem to discuss economic opportunities, strategies and support for minorities in STEM industries across Greater Manchester, North West and UK to grow and thrive.
THE PROGRAMME
Theme: Accelerating the growth of African/black tech start-ups, entrepreneurs, innovation scale up, funding, investment and ProfTech digital skills
The discussions will include:

Manchester digital economy, policies and emerging opportunities
Manchester digital strategy and inclusion
Empowering minority tech entrepreneurs, start-ups, FemTech and ProfTech professionals
Funding, financing and VC investments for tech SME businesses and startups
Accelerating tech innovation and inventions to market
Emerging disruptive tech start-ups and solutions for the future

SPEAKERS SPONSORSHIP
We have multiple opportunities for companies and businesses to showcase their product and services, enhance brand awareness and connect with new clients/customers. Please contact us at info@african-chamber.com for more.
For enquiries, to express interest to become a speaker at our events or sponsorship opportunities, contact us at info@african-chamber.com
ABOUT AFRICAN BUSINESS CHAMBER
African Business Chamber (AfBC) is the UK’s business organisation representing African owned businesses and entrepreneurs in the UK. We are the collective voice of African businesses in the UK.

Dublin Tech Summit
2023-05-31 - 2023-06-01 | RDS
Welcome to Dublin Tech Summit Europe’s Fastest Growing Tech Festival
The Dublin Tech Summit is an annual two-day event held in Dublin, Ireland that brings together leaders, innovators, and technologists from around the world to showcase the latest trends and advancements in technology. The summit features keynote speakers, panel discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities for attendees to learn, connect, and explore new ideas and innovations. Some of the topics covered at the summit include artificial intelligence, blockchain, cybersecurity, digital transformation, and more.
