Africa Prosperity Dialogues 2025: Advancing Africa’s economic integration
The Africa Prosperity Dialogues (APD) 2025 is set to convene at the Accra International Conference Centre from 30th January to 1st February 2025, under the theme: “Delivering Africa’s Single Market through Infrastructure: Invest. Connect. Integrate.”
The annual summit, organised by the Africa Prosperity Network in collaboration with the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat and under the patronage of the Office of the President of Ghana, aims to propel Africa closer to becoming the world’s largest single market in terms of member states.
This year’s event will draw nearly 3,000 participants, including African heads of state, industry titans, CEOs, ministers, policymakers, thought leaders, and development partners. Discussions will focus on infrastructure as a catalyst for unifying Africa’s market of 1.4 billion consumers, alongside innovation to drive integrated economic growth and shared prosperity.
Event Highlights
Day One: January 30, 2025
The summit will begin with the opening of the *Projet Afrique* Exhibition, side events, and an official ceremony featuring international dignitaries. Discussions will explore infrastructure funding, transport, and logistics for free movement across the continent. The day will conclude with a Welcome Reception at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City, Accra.
Day Two: January 31, 2025
Focus will shift to critical topics, including sustainable energy solutions, digital infrastructure, manufacturing capacity, STEM education, healthcare systems, and sustainable urban development. An open forum will allow participants to contribute insights on the theme, forming the foundation for the summit’s outcome document with actionable recommendations.
Day Three: February 1, 2025
The final day will feature a High-Level Dialogue between heads of state and business leaders, culminating in a Presidential Roundtable discussion on policy frameworks to enhance private sector participation in building Africa’s single market.
Notably, at least six heads of state have confirmed attendance, and the day will feature fireside conversations on BADEA’s US$50 billion Investment Fund and a dialogue with one of Africa’s renowned industrialists.
The event will close with the Africa Prosperity Champions Awards and Presidential Gala Dinner at Kempinski Hotel, Accra. The black-tie event will honour individuals and organisations for their distinguished contributions to Africa’s integration and prosperity, celebrating milestones toward the continent’s 2063 vision of “The Africa We Want.”