African Leaders and Partners Forum - Annual Summit 2025

About the Summit

The African Leaders and Partners (ALP) Forum - Annual Summit represents a pivotal evolution in EBII Group’s commitment to fostering strong, sustainable economic partnerships between Africa and the global community. Building on the foundation of the Africa Investment Risk and Compliance Summit (AIRCS), the ALP Summit expands its scope to encompass strategic investment, risk mitigation, and long-term development.

Hosted by EBII Group in collaboration with George Washington University, this inaugural summit in Washington, DC, will convene a distinguished assembly of African heads of state, senior U.S. government officials, international policymakers, global investors, private sector leaders, multilateral institutions, and members of the African diaspora.

Timed strategically ahead of the United Nations General Assembly, the summit aims to influence global priorities and drive impactful trade and investment outcomes. Together, participants will address Africa’s most pressing challenges and opportunities in food security, energy transition, and economic resilience.

Summit Origins

The Summit builds upon the success of the AIRCS, which welcomed dignitaries including the Presidents of Ghana and Sierra Leone, the Prime Minister of St. Lucia, the Secretary-General of AfCFTA, members of the U.S. Congress, central bank governors, and private sector executives.

Its vision was further strengthened during the Africa Leaders and Partners Forum in April 2025, hosted by EBII Group in collaboration with the Embassy of Ghana and Black Professionals in International Affairs (BPIA). The forum drew over 200 influential stakeholders, laying the groundwork for deeper engagement on U.S.–Africa relations in a shifting global context.

Summit Purpose

The Summit is a high-level platform designed to strengthen trade and investment partnerships between Africa and global stakeholders. With a focus on risk mitigation, the Summit will:

• Address critical investment challenges
• Propose strategic policy and regulatory reforms
• Promote sustainable economic cooperation

It will foster informed decision-making, enhance investor confidence, and facilitate meaningful collaboration between governments and the private sector.

Summit Objectives

• Strengthen U.S.–Africa Trade and Investment: Deepen bilateral economic ties aligned with evolving global priorities.
• Promote Sustainable Growth: Secure financing and innovation in Africa’s food, Critical Minerals and energy sectors.
• Leverage Diaspora Expertise: Mobilize diaspora capital and knowledge for transformative development.
• Improve Governance and Risk Mitigation: Strengthen compliance frameworks and financial integrity.
• Establish Accountability Mechanisms: Implement a high-level Working Group to track progress and execution.

Key Focus Areas at the ALP Summit

Food Security & Energy Transition
How U.S. foreign policy can support Africa’s food systems and clean energy goals.

De-Risking Investment
Practical tools to unlock capital and strengthen regulatory frameworks.

Correspondent Banking & Trade Finance
Rebuilding trust and access to U.S. financial systems.

Diaspora Capital
Leveraging diaspora networks for development.

Financing Africa’s Future
Scalable models like PPPs, blended and Islamic finance.

Regulatory Reform & Resilience
Strengthening institutions to withstand global shocks.

U.S.–Africa Commercial Diplomacy
Unlocking trade and investment opportunities.

Capital Markets & Innovation
Green finance, fintech, and infrastructure solutions.

Tech for Transformation
Innovations driving agriculture, finance, and clean energy.

Strategic Roadmap 2026+
Defining next steps for long-term U.S.–Africa investment.

Expected Outcomes

• Strategic Trade and Investment Partnerships: A revitalized U.S.–Africa trade framework tailored to emerging economic realities.
• Launch of Joint Investment Programs: Focused on agriculture, critical minerals, and energy.
• Governance, Compliance, and Risk Mitigation: Adoption of actionable risk mitigation strategies and regulatory best practices.
• Actionable Follow-Up Plans: A roadmap for continued momentum and measurable impact post-summit.

Join the Conversation

The Summit is a landmark convening of policymakers, investors, regulators, industry leaders, and diaspora stakeholders committed to advancing Africa’s economic transformation.

Join us in Washington, DC, on September 18–19, 2025, as we chart a bold new course for U.S. and global investment in Africa’s food and energy future.

For details on registration, sponsorship, or the agenda, please contact our event team at summit@ebiigroup.com

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