African Diaspora Investment Symposium kicks off with an opening day dedicated to showcasing African ingenuity and grassroots innovation. Meet entrepreneurs and conference participants from around the world.
10:00 - 13:00
Ecosystem Events & Private Meetings
13:00 - 14:00
Registration & Networking
13:45
Live Opening Performance
14:00
Welcome from ADN & The George Washington University
Day 2: Beyond Remittances Toward Sustainable Investment
Go beyond remittances and dive into how to unlock transformational investments on the continent. Learn about sustainable forms of development across various sectors in Africa.
Get Up & Dance: Live Performance & Interactive Entertainment
9:30
Welcome Remarks
9:45
Morning Keynote Speaker
10:00
Fireside Chat: The Genesis and Journey of ADIS
10:30
Call to Action: African Diaspora Innovation Fund
10:45
Coffee Break
11:00
Panel #1: Investment in Healthcare: Strengthening Africa’s R&D
12:15
The Innovators’ Table Talk & Collaboration Luncheon
1:30
Afternoon Keynote Speaker
13:45
Panel #2: Investment in Cybersecurity: Keys to Africa’s Financial Future
15:00
Coffee Break
15:15
Breakout Rooms
16:15
Celebrating Roots
16:50
Closing Remarks
17:00
Explore Washington, D.C.
Day 3: Celebrating African Heritage and Driving Transformational Investment
The diaspora has been a driving force in shaping African investment, leveraging entrepreneurship, culture, and the arts to make a global impact—spanning food, music, sports, and entertainment. How are these entrepreneurial and cultural contributions redefining Africa's narrative and catalyzing transformational change?