COMPLIANCE, STRATEGIES AND INNOVATIONS
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Fireside Chat
Welcome Address
Attendance by private equity, venture capital, angel investors and firms seeking African investment
Keynotes from high profile stakeholders from across government, banking and regulatory bodies
Keynotes, panel discussions and fire side chats dedicated to investment and realising investment opportunities
Navigating the continent's diverse challenges can be complex. Whether it's understanding regulatory environments, and cultural nuances, establishing reliable supply chains, repatriating foreign earnings, or meeting international standards of governance and compliance, our Summits provide collaborative solutions tailored to address these precise challenges.
Our summits offer a roadmap and compass to navigate the complexities of doing business on the continent. With the focused support of US and African government representatives, like-minded enterprises, and experienced professionals, you'll find invaluable guidance and resources to ensure your success.
Connect with heads of state from Africa, other high-profile political leaders, business leaders and academics from across Africa, the USA, the UK and other emerging markets.
A core mission of EBII Group is to promote and support excellence in Risk and Compliance Assessments. The annual African Investment Risk and Compliance Summit (AIRCS) brings this mission to life. The EBII Group has hosted its flagship annual AIRCS converging political and business leaders, academics and regulators to find coordinated solutions to Africa’s investment challenges. The Summit’s influence has grown exponentially over the years. The EBII Group has hosted key decision makers, including the President of Ghana and of Sierra Leone, respectively, the African Continental Free Trade Secretary General, and Oxford University’s Vice-Chancellor.
Join us at the 2024 Summits, where we tackle the complexities of investing and trading in Africa. Through focused discussions and collaborative sessions, the summit aims to address critical aspects of the extractive industry in Africa, with a particular emphasis on environmental sustainability, financial integrity, and responsible resource management.
Registration / Breakfast
Welcome Remarks
Opening Keynote Addresses
Special Panel: Risk Perception of Africa vs. Reality: Mitigation Strategies
1. Press Break / AM Coffee Break
Panel One: Mapping Africa's Extractive Resources and Critical Minerals for the Green Transition
This panel will focus on identifying critical minerals essential for the global transition to renewable energy and sustainable development. Discussions will include ethical approaches for foreign investors to access these resources, promoting environmental sustainability and financial integrity.
Lunch Break / Networking
Afternoon Keynote Addresses
Panel Two: Insights into Investor Requirements: Addressing Supply Chain Challenges in Africa’s Extractives and Harnessing AI and Technology for Risk Mitigation
The panel will analyze investor expectations from global markets, particularly the United States and Europe, regarding access to capital for African extractive projects. It will emphasize the significance of financial crime compliance, anti-money laundering measures, and adherence to international sanctions regimes. Furthermore, the discussion will spotlight the transformative role of AI and technology in enhancing transparency, accountability, and responsible investment.
Special Conversation
Policy and Governance Solutions for Sustainable Resource Extraction in Africa's Changing Climate
The special panel will explore how policy and good governance can address the challenges of sustainable resource extraction in Africa's changing climate. Key areas include international cooperation, effective policy development and implementation, regulatory and financial crime compliance, climate policy, and good governance. Discussions will highlight how speakers' companies coordinate with international financial institutions to benefit local communities. Future policy directions will focus on enhancing climate resilience, adapting operations, and mitigating climate change impacts on the extractive industry.
Afternoon Break / Networking
Discussion on key priorities for African leaders and organizations to bolster Africa's Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflow within the extractive industry and address its risk perception. Also, exploring the role of the African Diaspora.
Interactive Panel Session: Gender Lens Investing to Enable Africa’s Transformation
1. Common Challenges Women Face in Accessing Resources: Explore barriers and disparities women encounter in accessing financial resources, including funding, capital, and other forms of support.
2. Types of Funding Available: Discuss various funding mechanisms tailored to support gender-focused initiatives.
3. Tips and Strategies for Applying for and Obtaining Funding: Provide practical advice and strategies for women entrepreneurs and organizations to effectively navigate the funding landscape.
Closing Keynote Address
Closing Remarks and Special Thanks
27th June 2024
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AM Break at Polaris FoyerPress Interviews at Meridian B
Lunch Break at Polaris FoyerPress Interviews at Meridian B
PM Break at Polaris FoyerExhibition Polaris Foyer
Recap of Day 1
End of Day One
28th June 2024
The extractive industry in Africa encompasses a diverse range of natural resources, including minerals, oil, gas, timber, and renewable energy sources. With abundant mineral deposits and significant oil and gas reserves concentrated in regions like West Africa and North Africa, the continent plays a crucial role in global resource markets. However, alongside opportunities for economic development, the industry faces challenges such as governance issues, regulatory uncertainties, environmental degradation, and financial crime risks. Robust governance frameworks and transparent regulatory systems are essential to prevent corruption, money laundering, and illicit financial flows associated with resource extraction, while also ensuring compliance with international sanctions regimes and environmental protection standards.
Foreign investment is instrumental in driving the African extractive industry forward, with multinational corporations and international financial institutions playing key roles in exploration, extraction, and infrastructure development. However, partnerships with local stakeholders and governments are essential to ensure that resource extraction benefits local communities and promotes sustainable development. This requires a focus not only on environmental and social responsibility but also on financial crime compliance and sanctions adherence to mitigate reputational risks and attract responsible investors.
Meaningful engagement with local stakeholders helps to build trust, address grievances, and ensure that resource extraction benefits communities directly affected by mining, oil, and gas operations. By integrating financial crime compliance with sustainable development objectives and environmental protection measures, Africa can unlock the full potential of its natural resources to drive economic growth, alleviate poverty, and improve the quality of life for its people while preserving its natural heritage for future generations.
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The workshop is dedicated to empowering women and building human capital to significantly contribute to the prosperity of the diaspora and foster investment in the African Continent. We recognize that when women leaders and entrepreneurs thrive, our societies and economies flourish. Objectives: 1. Identify key barriers to accessing resources and provide practical advice on overcoming them and accessing resources. 2. Explore funding opportunities available for African women in the USA 3. Discuss strategies for successfully obtaining funding 4. Highlight the impact of funded projects on Africa 5. Foster networking and collaboration among attendees Interactive Session 1: Overcoming Challenges and Accessing Resources (45 minutes) Topics Covered: 1. Common challenges women face in accessing resources (financial, educational, professional). 2. Strategies to overcome these challenges. 3. Types of funding available (grants, venture capital, angel investors, crowdfunding, etc.). Interactive Session 2: Strategies for Obtaining Funding and Impact on Africa (45 minutes) Topics Covered: 1.Tips and strategies for applying for and obtaining funding. 2. Success stories of projects funded by African women in the USA that have impacted Africa. 3. The role of diaspora investment in Africa’s development. 4. Challenges and opportunities in implementing projects in Africa.
You can register for the Summit through our Eventbrite page here .
Upon registering, in-person attendees will receive a name tag, program, and a goodie bag on the first day of the Summit. Virtual attendees will be granted access to our virtual summit platform.
No, you don’t. The details on how to access the virtual platform will be shared after registration.
There will be a limited number of tickets available at the registration desk. However, we cannot guarantee their availability on-site.
In-person tickets include meals served at the Summit, comprising breakfast, morning snacks, lunch, and afternoon snacks.
Delegates are responsible for booking their own accommodation. A list of options will be provided at least 3 weeks before the event.
For group ticket purchases, please contact [email protected] or [email protected]
If you do not hold a valid USA passport, green card, or USA visa, you will need to apply for a visa. Ensure your passport has at least 6 months validity, and check with your local embassy for visa processing times before purchasing a ticket.
After purchasing your ticket, click on the tab indicating whether you'll need a visa and select the option for a visa support letter. Alternatively, you can email [email protected] for assistance.
Transportation from the airport to your hotel or the conference venue is not provided. Ride-hailing apps such as Uber and Lyft are available, as well as trains to the venue.
For sponsorship options and discussions, please email [email protected] or [email protected]
Speakers, sponsors, and specially invited guests can attend the pre-summit VIP dinner.
There will be several networking opportunities, including during morning registration, coffee breaks, and a cocktail event at the conclusion of the Summit.
A designated area will be available for press on the day of the Summit, with opportunities to interview speakers and select delegates.
