VC4A is delighted to welcome Africa’s investor community to the Africa Early Stage Investor Summit (AESIS2024) which kicks off today in Cape Town! The event begins today at the Avenue Event and Conference Center, set against the stunning backdrop of Cape Town’s iconic V & A Waterfront. Co-hosted by VC4A and ABAN, this summit brings together leading investors, entrepreneurs, and ecosystem builders to advance early-stage investing on the continent.
AESIS2024 is more than just a gathering, it is a movement that highlights the critical role of early stage investors in driving innovation, economic growth, and sustainable development in Africa. As the continent continues to be a global focal point for entrepreneurial energy and ideas that change our society, investors are stepping up to provide the much-needed capital, expertise, and mentorship to power Africa’s next generation of thriving startups.
The AESIS2024 agenda
At AESIS, big ideas take flight. Expect the following and more at the Summit and throughout Africa Investor Week:
- Keynote sessions: Insights from prominent voices on capital mobilization, startup support, and market trends.
- Panel discussions, roundtables and dialogues: On the state of the industry, gender lens investing, collaborative tactics and policy.
- Startup showcases: Explore innovative solutions from some of Africa’s brightest entrepreneurs at the Deal Morning.
- Workshops and custom partner series: Gain actionable strategies and insights tailored to Africa’s unique investment landscape.
- Curated networking opportunities: Whether it’s over coffee or in targeted matchmaking sessions, this is your chance to meet the right people and create your own lasting connections.
- AESIS2024 Awards and closing ceremony: Witness the inaugural Africa Focused Early Stage Investor Awards taking place on the 29th of November in Cape Town, as part of the #AfricaInvestorWeek.
The speaker lineup features industry thought leaders including Phuti Mahanyele, Fadilah Tchoumba, Vincent Hoogduijn, Harry ‘Tomi Davies, Zachariah George, Pauline Koelbl, Melvyn Lubega, Kevin Simmons, Julia Stausberg-Umuerri, David van Dijk, Lawrence Eta, Kristin H. Wilson, Dario Giuliani, and more.
As Cape Town serves as the hub for this week’s activities, attendees can look forward to not only impactful sessions but also the vibrant energy of one of Africa’s most iconic cities.
Download the full AESIS2024 agenda
To stay on top of what’s happening and where to be, download the AESIS2024 agenda here. With so many exciting sessions, you won’t want to miss a moment!
Click this link to download the AESIS2024 Agenda
Come find the VC4A team at AESIS2024
Our team is eager to meet you! Look out for Ben, Boye, Alejandra, Vincent, Thomas, Bertil, Ayo, Abu, Jason, Tegan, Gideon, or Julie at the event. Don’t hesitate to strike up a conversation. We are excited to connect, exchange ideas, and explore how we can work together to ignite Africa’s startup ecosystem.
Follow the official Africa Early Stage Investor Summit accounts on X and LinkedIn or VC4A on X, Instagram and LinkedIn where our teams will share snippets over the next few days!