AFSIC – Investing in Africa 2026 is set to convene at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge, London, on 13–14 October 2026. Now in its 13th edition, AFSIC has established itself as Africa’s largest annual investor event held outside the continent, serving as the critical bridge between African deal flow and global institutional capital.
For African founders, fund managers, and policymakers, AFSIC is the premier gateway to international investors, development finance institutions, and family offices actively deploying capital into African markets.
Why AFSIC Matters
Despite record venture capital and private equity flows into Africa in recent years, a significant funding gap persists — particularly in growth-stage financing, infrastructure, and cross-border expansion. AFSIC addresses this by creating a concentrated marketplace where:
- African asset managers pitch funds to global LPs
- Sovereigns and corporates present investment opportunities to institutional investors
- Founders connect with venture capital and private equity firms
- Policymakers engage directly with the investment community on regulatory reforms
The event’s London location is strategic, placing African opportunities in front of the deep pools of capital managed in the UK and Europe.
2026 Programme Structure
The two-day conference features streamed sessions and country-specific investment summits, allowing delegates to tailor their experience by sector and geography.
Key Thematic Streams:
- Banking & Financial Services: Fintech innovation, digital banking, and financial inclusion
- Agriculture & Food Security: Agri-tech, value chain financing, and export opportunities
- Sustainable Growth: ESG investing, green finance, and climate-resilient development
- Infrastructure: Energy, transport, digital infrastructure, and PPP frameworks
- Education & Human Capital: Edtech, skills development, and workforce investment
- Informed Investing: Due diligence, risk mitigation, and market intelligence
- Technology & Innovation: Venture capital, startup ecosystems, and digital transformation
Country-Specific Summits:
AFSIC is renowned for its deep-dive sessions into specific African markets, featuring heads of state, ministers, and investment promotion agencies. Expected country spotlights include Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, Rwanda, Côte d’Ivoire, Senegal, and Egypt, among others.
Who Attends
AFSIC attracts a high-calibre delegation of:
- Institutional Investors: Pension funds, insurance companies, sovereign wealth funds, family offices
- Development Finance Institutions: IFC, AfDB, DFC, CDC Group, DEG, Proparco
- Fund Managers: Venture capital, private equity, and infrastructure fund GPs
- Corporate Investors: Multinationals seeking African expansion or partnerships
- African Delegations: Government ministers, investment promotion agencies, central banks
- Professional Services: Legal, accounting, and advisory firms specialising in African markets
Key Details
- Event: AFSIC – Investing in Africa 2026
- Dates: 13–14 October 2026
- Venue: Park Plaza Westminster Bridge, London, UK
- Format: Two-day conference with streamed sessions and country summits
- Registration: Open now
Registration Fee Schedule:
Why TACR Readers Should Attend
For Fund Managers & GPs:
AFSIC is a critical LP sourcing event. The conference provides direct access to European and global institutional investors who are actively allocating to African funds. The networking density is unmatched.
For Founders:
While AFSIC is primarily an institutional event, founders attending can:
- Understand what international investors are looking for
- Meet VC and PE firms in person (many European funds attend)
- Learn about debt financing, export finance, and structured deals beyond equity
- Gain market intelligence on regulatory changes affecting their sectors
For Policymakers And Ecosystem Builders:
AFSIC offers a platform to showcase investment opportunities, address investor concerns directly, and build relationships that drive foreign direct investment (FDI).
Speaker Submission And Sponsorship
AFSIC accepts speaker submissions from practitioners with genuine deal experience and market insights. The deadline for 2026 speaker submissions has passed, but sponsorship and exhibition opportunities may still be available.
- Speaker Info: afsic.net/speaker-submissions-guidelines
- Sponsorship: Contact organisers
Registration Information
With early bird pricing ending 31 August 2026 (just 12 days away), delegates are encouraged to register promptly.
- Register: afsic.net/delegate-registration
- Agenda: afsic.net/agenda
- Website: afsic.net
The TACR Perspective
AFSIC remains indispensable for anyone serious about African investment. While the rise of regional events like AVCA, Africa Capital Week, and local demo days is welcome, AFSIC’s unique value proposition — concentrated access to global capital in a single venue — keeps it at the top of the calendar.
For Nigerian, Kenyan, Ghanaian, and other African ecosystem players, the question is not whether to attend, but how to maximise the ROI from the trip. Our advice:
- Pre-schedule meetings — Don’t rely on hallway conversations. Use the attendee list (if available) to book sessions in advance.
- Prepare your pitch — Whether you’re a fund or a founder, have a crisp, data-backed narrative ready.
- Follow up aggressively — The real value of AFSIC is in the relationships built in the weeks after the event.
Early bird ends 31 August. Secure your spot now.
