Business
Collaboration to Empower Africa’s Future
Uniting Purpose-Driven Leaders to Shape Africa’s Sustainable Future
NAIROBI, Kenya, September 23, 2024/APO Group/ —
The 2024 Africa Shared Value and ESG Summit (https://AfricaSharedValueSummit.com/), taking place in Nairobi, Kenya on October 24th and 25th, will unite business leaders from across the continent to address what is crucial for securing a sustainable future for all of Africa. As the summit continues to build on the legacy of the Africa Shared Value Leadership Summit, first established in 2017, it remains a beacon of purpose-driven leadership and innovation. In 2024, the urgency to drive social and business transformation has reached a pivotal moment. This summit stands as a powerful catalyst for meaningful, long-lasting change—empowering leaders to not only envision but actively create the Africa of tomorrow.
A Catalyst for Lasting Change
Hosted by Shared Value Africa and ESG Africa, and organised by Shift Impact Africa, the summit serves as a powerful engine for transformation within organizations and society. It champions the Shared Value business management concept, demonstrating that business success and societal progress are not only compatible but mutually reinforcing. As a critical platform for collaboration and business growth, the summit fosters the exchange of knowledge and sparks innovative thinking. Industry leaders will share groundbreaking insights, experiences, and best practices designed to accelerate Africa’s journey toward sustainability. Participants are not just encouraged but empowered to challenge conventional approaches, gain fresh perspectives, and ignite bold, transformative ideas that drive impactful change across the continent.
The 2024 Summit: Empowering Africa’s Future
Scheduled for 24-25 October 2024 in Nairobi, Kenya, this year’s Africa Shared Value and ESG Summit promises to build on its distinguished legacy. The event will bring together purpose-driven organisations and business leaders from across Africa, united in their commitment to achieving the vision of the “Africa We Want.” Under the theme “Empowering Africa’s Future,” the summit will focus on five key areas: economic growth, climate action, inclusive health, gender equality, and technology as a catalyst for progress.
This gathering will serve as a platform for essential connections, promoting the cross-pollination of expertise across various industries and sectors. Over two days, attendees will engage in meaningful exchanges of best practices, success stories, and lessons learned. This environment of continuous learning and adaptability will equip organisations to navigate the evolving landscapes of business and society, helping them not only to survive but to thrive.
Engaging Sessions for Broader Impact
Our ongoing partnership with SVA underscores our dedication to making a meaningful impact on the ‘Africa we want’
The summit’s programme includes keynote addresses, roundtable discussions, fireside chats, interviews, and masterclasses—all designed to showcase the scalable impact of the creation of value. By sponsoring the Africa Shared Value & ESG Summit, your organisation can play a significant role in this dynamic event, not just as a brand, but as a leader in thought and action.
We invite your organisation to take an active part in shaping the 2024 edition. This exceptional opportunity will bring together organisations from across Africa, all working towards a shared vision of progress. As a sponsor, your involvement will be tailored to align with your business and sustainability objectives, ensuring that your contribution resonates with the broader goals of the summit.
Seize the Opportunity
As we count down to the 2024 Africa Shared Value Leadership Summit, now is the time to get involved. Special rates are available for early bird sponsors, offering extended marketing exposure and a platform for engaging with thought leadership throughout the lead-up to the event.
Partnerships that Drive Transformation
The collaboration with Safaricom exemplifies the summit’s calibre, reflecting the tech giant’s unwavering commitment to societal transformation in East Africa. Peter Ndegwa, CEO of Safaricom, remarks, “Our ongoing partnership with SVA underscores our dedication to making a meaningful impact on the ‘Africa we want.’ Safaricom is thrilled to once again bring our transformative agenda to this prestigious event.”
Returning to the Radisson Blu in Nairobi, with Kenya Airways as the travel partner, the 2024 Summit promises to be more than just a gathering of leaders from across Africa. It will be where the Shared Value community charts the course for an era of inclusive business prosperity. Tiekie Barnard, CEO of Shift Impact Africa, captures the essence of the event: “This Summit will bring together organisations and respected thought leaders who will share their invaluable insights and experiences, highlighting the powerful connection between value creation, ESG, and long-term sustainability.”
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Africa Shared Value and ESG Summit.
Events
As global power structures shift, Invest Africa convenes The Africa Debate 2026 to redefine partnership in a changing world
The Africa Debate 2026 will provide a platform for this essential, era-defining discussion, convening leaders to explore how Africa and its partners can build more balanced, resilient and sustainable models of cooperation
Now in its 12th year, The Africa Debate has established itself as London’s premier platform for African investment dialogue since launching in 2014, convening over 800 global decision-makers annually to shape the future of trade, finance, investment, and development across the continent.
Under the theme “Redefining Partnership: Navigating a World in Transition”, this year’s forum will focus on Africa’s response to global economic realignment with greater agency, ambition and economic sovereignty.
The Africa Debate puts Africa’s priorities at the centre of the conversation, moving beyond traditional narratives to focus on ownership, resilience and long-term value creation.
“Volatility is not new to Africa. What is changing is the opportunity to respond with greater agency and ambition,” says Invest Africa CEO Chantelé Carrington.
“This year’s edition of The Africa Debate asks how we strengthen economic sovereignty — from access to capital and investment to financial and industrial policy — so African economies can take greater ownership of their growth. Success will be defined by how effectively we turn disruption into leverage and partnership into shared value.”
The Africa Debate 2026 will provide a platform for this essential, era-defining discussion, convening leaders to explore how Africa and its partners can build more balanced, resilient and sustainable models of cooperation.
Key challenges driving the debate
Core focus areas for this year’s edition of The Africa Debate include:
This year’s edition of The Africa Debate asks how we strengthen economic sovereignty — from access to capital and investment to financial and industrial policy
Global Realignment & New Partnerships
How shifting geopolitical and economic power structures are reshaping Africa’s global partnerships, trade dynamics and investment landscape.
Financing Africa’s Future
The growing need to reform the global financial architecture, new approaches to development finance, as well as the strengthening of market access and financial resilience of African economies in a changing global system.
Strategic Value Chains
Moving beyond primary exports to build local value chains in critical minerals for the green economy. Also addressing Africa’s energy access gap and mobilising investment in renewable and transitional energy systems.
Digital Transformation & Technology
Unlocking growth in fintech, AI and digital infrastructure to drive productivity, inclusion, and the next phase of Africa’s economic transformation.
The Africa Debate 2026 offers a unique platform for high-level dialogue, deal-making, and strategic engagement. Attendees will gain actionable insights from leading policymakers, investors and business leaders shaping Africa’s economic future, while building strategic partnerships that define the continent’s next growth phase.
Registration is now open (http://apo-opa.co/46b19gj).
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Invest Africa.
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