September 11–12, 2026 · New York
Happening on the margins of the 81st Session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA 81)
Go BigAfrica Forum2026
Exploring Emerging Sectors in Africa — where global capital meets the continent's next decade of opportunity.
About the Forum
The Continent's Next Chapter begins in New York.
The Go Big Africa Forum 2026 is the premier global convening where African ambition meets international capital, expertise, and policy. Hosted in the heart of New York City, the forum gathers heads of state, founders, investors, and institutional leaders to shape the next decade of growth across the continent.
Across two days of high-level dialogue, deal-making, and exhibition, we spotlight emerging sectors — from clean energy and fintech to AgriTech, creative industries, infrastructure, and the African space economy — and translate opportunity into action.
Host City
New York, USA
11 — 12 September 2026
Who Attends
A convening of the decision-makers defining Africa's future.
Heads of State & Ministers
African government delegations and trade envoys.
Investors & Funds
Sovereign, VC, PE, and family offices seeking exposure.
Corporate Leaders
Fortune 500 executives and multinationals scaling into Africa.
Founders & Innovators
African and diaspora entrepreneurs building the future.
Diplomats & Policymakers
Bilateral and multilateral institutions.
Academics & Think Tanks
Researchers shaping the discourse.
Media & Press
Global business and policy journalists.
Industry Experts
Sector specialists across emerging verticals.
Speakers
Voices that move markets & nations.
"Africa is not the future. Africa is the now."
— Forum Manifesto
TBA
Keynote · Heads of State
Full speaker lineup to be announced. Follow our updates.
Program Agenda
Two days. One continent's future.
A meticulously curated program of keynotes, panels, fireside chats, workshops, and exclusive matchmaking.
Registration & Welcome Coffee
NetworkingOpening Ceremony & Forum Address
PlenaryKeynote: The Africa Decade — Investing in Emerging Sectors
KeynotePanel: FinTech, Capital Markets & The Digital Economy
PanelNetworking Luncheon
BreakSector Spotlight: Energy Transition & Critical Minerals
SpotlightFireside: Sovereign Funds Meet African Founders
FiresideWelcome Reception · Networking Drinks
ReceptionMorning Briefing: Policy & Trade Frameworks
PlenaryPanel: AgriTech, Food Security & Climate Resilience
PanelWorkshop: Doing Business Across the AfCFTA
WorkshopInvestor Matchmaking Lunch
NetworkingSpotlight: Creative Economy, Tourism & Sport
SpotlightClosing Keynote & Forum Declaration
KeynoteGala Dinner & Awards Night
GalaGet Involved
Three ways to join the movement.
Brand · Visibility · Reach
Sponsorship
Position your brand at the forefront of African opportunity. Tiered packages from Title to Bronze, including stage branding, panel slots, dedicated breakout sessions, and prime exhibition space.
- Global brand visibility
- Speaker placement
- VIP delegate access
- Dedicated marketing
Strategic · Institutional · Long-term
Partnership
Collaborate with us on programming, content, and ecosystem-building. We partner with governments, multilaterals, chambers, associations, and media organizations aligned with the Forum's mission.
- Co-branded programming
- Joint research outputs
- Access to delegate ecosystem
- Multi-year alliance
On-the-ground · Hospitality · Tech
Volunteer
Join the team that makes the magic happen. Volunteers receive accreditation, training, networking access, and a front-row seat to the conversations shaping a continent.
- Full event access
- Professional training
- Network with leaders
- Letter of recognition
Exhibition
Your stage in front of the world.
The Go Big Africa exhibition floor is where deals begin. Curated for high-intent traffic, it brings together African nations, corporates, and innovators with global capital under one roof.
- 01Premium booth packages in the Forum's exhibition hall
- 02Direct access to investors, ministers and corporate buyers
- 03Showcase products, services, and country pavilions
- 04Lead capture and on-app visibility for all delegates
- 05Branded zones, networking lounges, demo theatres
Registration
Choose your delegation.
Reserve your seat at the most consequential Africa-focused forum of 2026.
Delegate
Delegate Pass
USD$350
- Access to Conference & Exhibition Areas
- Delegation Brochure
- Delegate Badge
- Access to Event App
- Access to Side Events
- Networking Drinks Reception
- Meals & Event Merchandise
- Official Visa Invitation Letter (if needed)
VIP
VIP Premium Pass
USD$650
- Access to Conference & Exhibition Areas
- VIP Premium Badge
- Reserved VIP Priority Seating
- Delegation Brochure
- Access to Event App
- Access to Side Events
- Approved Speakers Presentation Slides
- Access to VIP Lounge
- Access to Pre-Event Matchmaking
- Networking Drinks Reception
- Meals & Event Merchandise
- Official Visa Invitation Letter (if needed)
Contact
Let's talk.
Reach the right team directly. We respond within one business day.