Unstoppable Africa 2025

Since its inception in 2022, the Global Africa Business Initiative (GABI) has convened global private sector leaders, CEOs, investors, industry leaders, philanthropy, academics, UN leaders, and heads of government at its various convenings. The annual flagship event, Unstoppable Africa, held on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York, has witnessed the active participation of 10 Heads of State and over 8,000 participants. In 2024 alone, the event brought together more than 4,000 participants, including 1,545 in-person and 2,531 virtual attendees, 6 Heads of State as well as 14 Government Ministers from 13 countries, over 600 CEOs and business leaders, and 119 speakers from all over the world.

On 21-22 September 2025, GABI will convene the 4th edition of Unstoppable Africa, on the sidelines of the 80th Session of the UN General Assembly at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in Mid-Town Manhattan, New York. Once again, the event will bring together the private sector, governments, policymakers, global and regional stakeholders to develop actionable frameworks for Africa’s transformation; promoting trade and investment opportunities in Africa and the world.

Read the latest press release: Global Africa Business Initiative Calls for a Bold Reimagining of Africa’s Economic Narrative

Download the Global Africa Business Initiative’s Unstoppable Africa 2024 Executive Summary

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