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Welcome to the 2026 U.S.-Africa Business Summit

About the Summit

The 18th U.S.-Africa Business Summit will be held in Mauritius, one of Africa’s most stable, business-friendly, and globally connected economies. With a strong regulatory environment, a leading financial services sector, and world-class infrastructure, Mauritius offers an ideal setting to connect U.S. and African leaders, catalyze new commercial opportunities, and amplify partnerships across the continent.

Building on the success of last year’s Summit—which generated over $4 billion in deals and convened 12 African Heads of State and Government, 3 heads of African agencies, 41 ministers, 400+ U.S. and African officials, 230+ speakers, and more than 2,800 attendees—the 2026 Summit will provide a dynamic platform for high-level engagement and deal-making. Mauritius, a strategic gateway for investment into Africa and the Indian Ocean region, will host discussions and networking across key sectors such as financial services, ICT, renewable energy, the blue economy, manufacturing, and tourism. The Summit will bring together senior government officials, CEOs, and investors to advance the next phase of U.S.-Africa trade and investment.

About Africa EV Mobility Expo Kenya 2026
The Africa EV Mobility Expo Kenya 2025, the leading event for electric vehicles will be held from 4-6 December 2026 at Kenyatta International Convention Centre – KICC. This event brings together top local, regional, and global manufacturers and suppliers to showcase the latest in electric vehicle technology.

Discover the innovations transforming transportation and energy. With hundreds of exhibitors and thousands of visitors, including buyers, business leaders, and entrepreneurs from Kenya and surrounding regions, this is the premier platform to stay updated on the latest in the EV industry.

Explore cutting-edge electric vehicle solutions, connect with industry leaders, and uncover new business opportunities. Join us at Africa EV Mobility Expo Kenya 2025 and shape the future of sustainable transportation and energy.

Summary
The 22nd Annual Global Microfinance & Financial Inclusion Forum is a leading international microfinance conference bringing together senior executives from microfinance institutions (MFIs), development finance institutions (DFIs), banks, impact investors, regulators, NGOs, fintech companies, and multilateral organizations. Taking place in Barcelona, Spain, on 23–24 March 2027, the forum explores the future of financial inclusion, responsible finance, digital transformation, and sustainable development. Through expert keynotes, panel discussions, and networking opportunities, attendees will gain practical insights into AI in microfinance, impact investing, open banking, financial health, climate finance, cybersecurity, gender inclusion, and strategies for expanding financial access to underserved communities.

DAY 1
Rebalancing Client Protection with Market Growth
Capital Flows into Microfinance: Where Will Growth Capital Come From in 2027?
Building Trust in Microfinance through Risk-Based Supervision
AI ROI in Microfinance
Scaling Entrepreneurship and Affordable Housing Through Partnerships, Capacity Building & Tailored Finance
The Changing Face of Funding: Surviving and Thriving as Development Aid Shifts
Upgrading Core Operations: Practical Approaches to Systems Transformation
Navigating MFI and Open Banking Integration
Modernizing Cross-Border Payments for Small Businesses
Financial Inclusion Beyond Credit: Savings, Payments & Long-Term Resilience
The “Human + Tech” Strategy: Reaching the Last-Mile Consumer Safely

DAY 2
Moving Beyond Repayment to Financial Health
Building Rural Resilience: De-Risking Smallholder Agriculture Finance
Climate-Smart Protection: Making Microinsurance Work at Scale
Liquid Assets: Structuring Sustainable Funding for Water and Sanitation
Market Survival and Financial Access in Conflict Zones
Safeguarding Financial Autonomy: Operational Design to Prevent Economic Coercion
Poverty Elimination: From Financial Inclusion to Poverty Elimination
Digital Trust: Fraud Prevention and Cybersecurity in Inclusive Finance
Closing the Gender Gap: Designing Products for Active Female Participation

Today’s capital for tomorrow’s generation.

As the leading global event for impact investing in private markets, the Summit continues to provide a forum for the investors shaping where capital is flowing, which strategies are proving investable, and how the market is building towards a more sustainable and equitable future.

About the Conference

The World Bioenergy, Renewable Fuels & Circular Economy Congress (BIONEXT2027), taking place May 24–26, 2027, in Amsterdam, Netherlands, is a global forum dedicated to advancing sustainable bioenergy, renewable fuels, and circular economy solutions for a low-carbon future. The congress will bring together researchers, scientists, industry leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and technology experts to discuss emerging innovations, share knowledge, and strengthen international collaborations in the bioenergy and renewable energy sectors.

With the growing global emphasis on climate resilience, energy security, resource efficiency, and carbon neutrality, bioenergy and renewable fuels have become essential components of the clean energy transition. BIONEXT2027 will provide an international platform to showcase cutting-edge research, industrial innovations, and sustainable technologies that support the development of a circular bioeconomy.

The congress will cover recent advancements in bioenergy technologies, renewable fuels, sustainable aviation fuels, biogas and biomethane, waste-to-energy systems, biomass conversion, biorefineries, waste valorization, renewable hydrogen, carbon management, and circular economy approaches.

BIONEXT2027 aims to promote global partnerships, accelerate innovation, and support the transition toward sustainable energy systems.

About the Conference

The Global Wind and Solar Energy Expo is an international conference and exhibition on May 24-26, 2027 in Amsterdam, Netherlands dedicated to accelerating innovation, collaboration, and investment in the global renewable energy sector. The event will bring together leading researchers, industry professionals, technology providers, policymakers, investors, and energy experts to explore the latest advancements shaping the future of wind and solar power.

As the world continues its transition toward clean and sustainable energy systems, wind and solar technologies are playing a vital role in transforming the global energy landscape. WINDSUN2027 will serve as a platform to showcase emerging technologies, share research breakthroughs, and discuss practical solutions for increasing renewable energy adoption.

The conference will highlight advancements in solar photovoltaic systems, offshore and onshore wind technologies, energy storage, smart grids, digital energy management, hybrid renewable systems, and innovative approaches supporting a reliable and resilient clean energy future.

Through keynote presentations, technical sessions, industry discussions, and networking opportunities, WINDSUN2027 aims to connect global stakeholders and foster collaborations that drive the next generation of renewable energy solutions.