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The Global Private Capital Conference in partnership with IFC is a unique convening which connects investors from Asia, Latin America, Africa, CEE and the Middle East to a global community of dealmakers, limited partners and entrepreneurs.

Participants include a curated group of family offices, endowments, pensions, sovereign wealth funds, development finance institutions, experienced fund managers and new investment teams active across private equity, venture capital, impact, infrastructure and credit. Program and discussion themes highlight GPCA’s focus on both sustainable, long-term investing and innovation and technology as the drivers of opportunity.

The World’s Largest EdTech Community

GSV Summit and Bett combine forces

GSV Summit and Bett have joined forces to create the largest and most impactful education innovation community in the world. GSV Summit was founded in 2010 and in partnership with Arizona State University started the ASU+GSV Summit.
The ASU+GSV Summit and The AI Show are the premier global convenings for entrepreneurs, investors, philanthropists, educators, workforce leaders, and policymakers transforming the $8 trillion education and skills sector, together convening over 15,000. GSV Summit’s mission—that ALL people deserve equal access to the future—is grounded in the belief that scaled innovations across PreK to Gray learning are critical to achieving this goal.

The GW School of Business, The Growth Dialogue at the GWSB, the Institute for International Economic Policy (IIEP) at the GW Elliott School of International Affairs, the Center for Cyber Diplomacy and Leadership, the Business Council for International Understanding (BCIU), GSI Fulbright, Global Impact Industries, NGSER, Graphclic, African Export–Import Bank, African Development Bank, and Africa House present:

The Future of Finance and Trade in Africa 3.0

The George Washington University is hosting its third annual high-level conference during a time of rapid technological innovation and global uncertainty, bringing together central bank governors, state governors, ministers, private sector CEOs, technology leaders, multilateral organizations, members of the African diaspora, and academics.

This third conference will examine critical challenges and opportunities facing Africa, particularly in the areas of digital transformation, food security, creative industries, trade, and infrastructure, as well as their applications in national and regional economies. We anticipate the attendance of policymakers coming to the IMF/World Bank Spring meetings as well as invited keynote speakers.

Key topics will include emerging technologies, workforce enhancement and job creation, sustainable food production, trade prospects and market entry strategies, natural resource management, and renewable energy, with a focus on innovative financial solutions to drive sustainable and inclusive growth.

The event will highlight opportunities across the African continent for American companies ready to take advantage of strong trade and investment opportunities for networking and fostering collaboration among policymakers, practitioners, and thought leaders committed to advancing the continent’s progress.

Time: 8:00 am to 11:30 pm ET

ABOUT ENERGY TECH SUMMIT
Get ready for the return of Europe’s top climate tech event, Energy Tech Summit 2026, in the vibrant city of Bilbao!

Recognized as the #1 industry conference in Europe, Energy Tech Summit will once again bring together investors, disruptors, and government leaders for an event you won’t want to miss.

Expect a dynamic new format packed with inspiration, connections, and opportunities to amplify your impact. Be part of the solution, explore new markets, and leave with game-changing business ideas in the fight against climate change.

ABOUT ENERGY TECH SUMMIT
Get ready for the return of Europe’s top climate tech event, Energy Tech Summit 2026, in the vibrant city of Bilbao!

Recognized as the #1 industry conference in Europe, Energy Tech Summit will once again bring together investors, disruptors, and government leaders for an event you won’t want to miss.

Expect a dynamic new format packed with inspiration, connections, and opportunities to amplify your impact. Be part of the solution, explore new markets, and leave with game-changing business ideas in the fight against climate change.

Let’s come together to accelerate innovative solutions to the world’s most pressing problems

Overview

In the spirit of collective action, we annually convene our growing network to collaborate on social change.
The Forum shines a spotlight on some of the most promising solutions and impactful social innovations and connects leaders who are driving social progress around the world. Attendance is curated by the Skoll Foundation team, with free virtual participation open to everyone.

The 2025 Skoll World Forum took place April 1–4 in Oxford, UK and online. Together, we explored opportunities to unite and drive enduring change.

20+
years of events
Since 2004, we’ve gathered thousands of delegates from more than 100 countries.

100+
speakers annually
Each year, our team curates dozens of speakers who reflect a range of global voices and experiences. Explore past names here.

Explore the Program
In 2025, we learned from 100+ speakers from across the globe alongside inspiring performances by artists and activists. Explore the program through session and plenary recordings.

Review the Delegate Guide
Forum week is energizing, connective, and full of opportunity. If you’re attending the Forum in Oxford, review this toolkit for making the most of your time.

Past Speakers & Performers
The Forum program spans global issues such as economic inclusion, climate action, health, human rights, racial justice, gender equity, and more. Past speakers include Jim Yong Kim, Malala Yousafzai, Muhammad Yunus, Maria Ressa, Mary Robinson, Jacinda Ardern, Jimmy Carter, George and Amal Clooney, Ava DuVernay, Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Kofi Annan, Bono, Al Fore, and Stacey Abrams.

Each year, we also highlight the role of artists and storytellers in inspiring and driving social change. We recently celebrated onstage with Chaka Khan, Nile Rodgers, Peter Gabriel, Annie Lennox, Run DMC, Luis Fonsi, Juanes, Michael Franti, Angelique Kidjo, Baaba Maal, Amadou & Mariam, Anna Deavere Smith, and Aloe Blacc.

ABOUT THE EVENT
The ARE Energy Access Investment Forum (EAIF) is the top annual investment event, fostering partnerships for the purpose of renewable electrification, including energy access, productive use, commercial & industrial uses of power and the green energy transition.

With a track-record since 2016, ARE aims to mobilise 500 people in-person and over 1,000 people virtually for a total of more than 1,500 participants. The Forum will have interpretation in French and English.

EAIF 2026 is organised by the Alliance for Rural Electrification (ARE), and supported by GET.invest, a leading European programme that mobilises investment in clean energy, co-funded by the European Union, Germany, Norway, the Netherlands, Sweden and Austria.

With the patronage of the Ministry of Energy and Petroleum of Kenya, this special EAIF edition will bring together private and public investors, industry leaders from both the energy and related sectors, utilities and government officials, for an exclusive EAIF experience.