Dangote, African leaders to discuss continent’s future in London

On October 29, 2024, the 11th edition of the Financial Times Africa Summit will convene at The Peninsula in London, bringing together African Heads of State, policymakers, global investors, and business leaders.

This prestigious event aims to explore Africa’s sustainable growth and development, leveraging the continent’s unique strengths, navigating global uncertainties, tackling the climate crisis, and driving inclusive growth.

According to a statement, among the prominent speakers confirmed for the event are Liberia President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, CEO of Dangote Group Aliko Dangote, former Deputy Governor of the South African Reserve Bank Kuben Naidoo, President & CEO of Africa Finance Corporation, Samaila Zubairu.

Others are Managing Director & Head of Sub-Saharan Africa (Ex-RSA) at Bank of America Yvonne Ike, Founder and Chair of the Mo Ibrahim Foundation Mo Ibrahim, and Strategic Partnership Lead for Africa at Microsoft Angela Kyerematen-Jimoh.

The summit will delve into critical topics such as geopolitics, finance and Investment, industrialization, technology startups, energy transition, decarbonization, and sustainability.

The two-day summit promises unparalleled intellectual engagement, policy innovation, networking, and actionable dialogue. With Africa’s innovative tech sectors, youthful population, and dynamic markets drawing global attention, this event is timely and crucial.

The decision to host the FT Africa Summit in London reflects the city’s status as a global financial hub, attracting key international investors and institutions such as the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

FT Africa Editor David Pilling emphasized the significance of the event, stating, “The summit has established itself as a leading platform for in-depth discussions on Africa’s economic and political future.

Alec Russell, Foreign Editor of FT, added, “The FT Africa Summit has established a reputation for fostering robust debates on Africa’s challenges and opportunities. This summit remains the go-to platform for insights into Africa’s present and its future trajectory.”