Forum at a Glance
Positioning Africa as a co-architect of global solutions
The ultimate platform connecting Africa's critical resources with the world's innovations — for sustainable, equitable partnerships across the Africa–California corridor.
Forum Highlights
Global Connection
Connect with transformative leaders and innovators from Africa, California, and the international stage.
Innovation Hub
Explore world-changing technologies and opportunities within the heart of Silicon Valley.
Strategic Partnerships
Identify concrete investment opportunities and foster impactful B2B and B2G collaborations.
Knowledge Exchange
Pivotal discussions on the energy transition, sustainable agriculture and the future of industry.
"The comfort of modern life is built on strategic minerals. This is about partnership, value creation, and shared prosperity. Africa does not ask for a seat at the table — Africa is helping build the table. Africa is not just the future; Africa is a solution to the global transition."
Lino N'shimba
Chairman, DRC Forum Foundation
Tailored Value for Every Stakeholder
Whether you arrive as an investor, minister, founder or partner, the forum is engineered to deliver tangible outcomes.
Investors
- Direct access to vetted, bankable infrastructure projects
- Exclusive Deal Room sessions with key government architects
- Exposure to high-yield 'Africa Solution' portfolios
- Market insights on critical mineral assets and emerging trends
Government Leaders
- B2G and G2G high-level strategic dialogues
- State-level diplomacy tracks in Sacramento
- Official platforms for presenting national investment codes
- Strategic partnership opportunities for urban and regional development
Corporations & CEOs
- Securing critical mineral supply chains for future-tech
- Identifying local partners for regional industrialization
- Market entry strategies tailored for the AfCFTA region
- Enhancing ESG leadership through sustainable resource sourcing
Startups & Innovators
- Exposure to the Silicon Valley venture capital ecosystem
- Technology transfer in Ag-Tech and Clean-Energy
- Direct mentorship from global pioneers in AI and deep tech
- Investment pitches to leading international VC firms
African Nations On Board
A unified strategic front for the global energy transition.
RD Congo
Congo Brazzaville
Angola
Chad
Ghana
Gabon
Equatorial Guinea
Ivory Coast
South Africa
Nigeria
Egypt
Cameroon
Togo
Central African RepublicWith the Support of
Institutional partners, ministries and global innovators backing the forum.
Join the 2026 African Session
Capacity strictly limited to 200 confirmed delegates.