OVERVIEW 

The Africa Economic Development Forum is an initiative of Africa Economic Development Forum Group, an initiative of Djaha Investment Corporation. Djaha Investment Corporation is a founding partner of the African Council on Foreign Relations.

The Africa Economic Development Summit will convene global renowned business, government, economic, and educational leaders from Africa and around the world to discuss their economic challenges and opportunities for growth.

Since its launch in 2023, the annual daylong Summit has become a platform where diverse stakeholders meet to address their needs, how to grow in today’s fragmented global economy world, how to create a solid climate for real economic development, and how African economies can position themselves to compete and win in the global economy. The Summit is a place to advance constructive, engaging, real problem-solving conversations and help advance innovative solutions through regional and international development cooperation. Past speakers have included some of Africa and the world’s most distinguished business, economic, and government leaders.

Theme: Growing Strong African Economies in today’s Fragmented Business World’’

When: February 10, 2026

Where: Washington, DC, USA

Time: 11: am – 3 pm EST