The Africa Prosperity Summit 2024

Funding The Next Billion

Hosted by Ventures Platform, the Africa Prosperity Summit is an annual invite-only summit for investors, venture fund managers, family offices, DFIs, and fund of funds who are investing in Africa.
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According to Pew research, more than 80% of the world's population will live in Africa and Asia  by 2100 and Africa is the “only world region projected to have strong population growth for the rest of this century”.
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This year's summit is themed as a call to action for global and local investors, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and thought leaders to reassess opportunities in emerging markets amidst rising global interest rates and economic shifts. Africa, with its dynamic entrepreneurial spirit and growing youth demographic, presents significant investment potential. However, realizing this potential requires a deep understanding of local contexts and a commitment to  fund innovations that convert non-consumers to consumers.
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The summit will emphasize the need for informed investment strategies, exploring the historical context of economic development and its relevance to Africa today, and redefining risk assessment in the post-ZIRP era.

The goal is to envision a future where Africa's markets are not just emerging, but leading, fostering inclusive growth and shared prosperity.