The Africa Talks Business and Investment Forum (ATBIF), a significant event under the Africa Celebrates 2024 banner, is set to bring a wave of opportunity and strategic collaboration to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, from November 6 to 8, 2024. Held at the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) and African Union headquarters, this highly anticipated gathering aims to foster cross-border partnerships and implement large-scale projects to accelerate economic growth across Africa. With the theme Re-imagining the African Dream of Integration with AfCFTA as an Enabler, the forum will underscore the pivotal role of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) in driving economic unity and sustainable development across the continent.
ATBIF will serve as a platform for building relationships between global investors, African business leaders, and government officials, all focused on creating new avenues for trade and development. Key sectors targeted include agriculture, infrastructure (such as roads, railways, and airports), energy (both conventional and renewable), and the technology and communication networks necessary for a connected, modern Africa. As such, the forum represents a step forward in developing critical infrastructure projects that promise to reshape Africa’s economic landscape, bridging the gap between African countries and enhancing the continent’s global competitiveness.
This event has already garnered considerable attention, with influential business leaders and international organizations securing their spots. Additionally, ministers of trade and industry from five African nations are confirmed to attend, underlining the forum’s importance as a catalyst for sustainable economic progress. By engaging both public and private sectors, ATBIF encourages initiatives that not only address current needs but also pave the way for long-term growth and self-sufficiency.
Organized by Legendary Gold Limited in collaboration with Ethiopian partner Mayalz Events, Africa Celebrates 2024 has the support of numerous high-profile partners, including the African Union, UNECA, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Democratic Republic of Ethiopia. The event is also backed by the embassies of Nigeria, Burundi, Côte d’Ivoire, Morocco, and the United States to the African Union, among other prominent organizations and corporations across the continent. Ethiopian Airlines, the official airline for Africa Celebrates, will offer discounted rates for attendees flying in from around the world.
With its focus on advancing Africa’s economic vision through AfCFTA and fostering sustainable partnerships, ATBIF stands poised to inspire transformative changes that bring the African dream closer to reality.