EU–Africa Business Forum (EABF2025)

Africa is rising – and EABF2025 is where investment opportunities meet development financing tools

The EU-Africa Business Forum (EABF2025) brings together business leaders, policymakers, investors, and innovators from the EU and Africa and facilitates high-level engagement. Held in parallel with the EU-AU Summit in Luanda, Angola, the Forum is a catalyst for action – connecting capital with opportunity across Africa’s most dynamic sectors.

As one of the most prestigious events celebrating the Africa-Europe partnerships, this year’s programme will be held on 24th – 25th of November, providing a platform for meaningful dialogue on the role of the private sector in originating lasting solutions in key sectors.

With over EUR 150B being mobilised under the Global Gateway Africa-Europe Investment Package, the EABF2025 offers a unique space to explore innovative financing solutions, unlock bankable projects, and forge strategic partnerships between public and private sectors.

Ways to engage:

• Networking: Meet senior figures from business, finance and policy.
• Showcase Pavilions: Explore concrete opportunities and flagship initiatives.
• Pitch Sessions: Present sustainable projects to targeted private‑sector audiences.
• Cocktail Reception (Day 1): Build relationships informally.
• Side Events (Day 2): Join focused sessions on priority sectors.

Deep Dive: Scaling Investment in Africa’s High-Impact Sectors

The EABF2025 offers a series of focused sessions bringing together public and private sector leaders, development finance institutions, and innovators to identify concrete pathways for collaboration and growth.

High‑Level Plenary – Strategic Investments & Access to Finance: Kick off the Business Forum with a deep dive into Africa’s investment landscape. A scene‑setter on Africa’s investment landscape, de‑risking instruments, co‑investment and practical pathways for African and European firms, with Q&A.

Eight thematic panels (AU–EU priority sectors):

1. Agri‑business systems
2. Green transition & renewables
3. Health & pharmaceuticals
4. Education, skills & jobs
5. Transport & logistics
6. Circular economy
7. Digital connections
8. Access to finance