The Accra edition of the annual Global Africa Summit (GAS), organised by the Africa Investment Network (AIN) will take place from Thursday, Dec.11-12, 2025, at the Alisa Hotel.
This follows the success of Washington DC edition, marking a defining moment in uniting Africa and its global diaspora under one shared vision — “Global
As stated during the Summit’s official launch in Accra, in July, the Washington DC leg delivered on its vision to connect continents, strengthen economic ties, and mobilize African and diaspora resources for inclusive growth and prosperity.
And Ghana is set for the next edition in December.
GAS DC — A Resounding Success
Held at the Catholic University of America, GAS DC convened over 300 influential delegates from across Africa, North America, the Caribbean, Europe, and beyond.
The Summit opened with welcome remarks from Mrs. Jane Reindorf-Osei, Founder & CEO of the Africa Investment Network (AIN), who underscored the urgency of mobilising global partnerships and diaspora capital to drive Africa’s development.
She reaffirmed AIN’s mission to build a unified global economic ecosystem—one that connects governments, investors, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders to shape a new era of shared prosperity.
Over two days, the Summit featured sessions, fireside chats, and sector-driven breakouts covering finance, agribusiness, healthcare, technology, education, renewable energy, real estate, and the creative industries.
Highlights included:
* Goodwill remarks from Aisha Braveboy, Prince George’s County Executive.
* Keynote address by Kofi Okyere-Darko (KOD) of Ghana’s Diaspora Affairs Office of the
President on “Bridging Continents: Africa and Its Diaspora in Shared Prosperity.”
* A powerful address by Ambassador Nyakan June on gender equity and financial inclusion.
* Insightful contributions from Daniele Nyirandutiye (Desmos Capital), John Morris (17 Asset Management), Mezuo Nwuneli (Sahel Capital), and Sally Nnamani (17 Asset
Management), who shared strategies for unlocking diaspora capital and scaling investment across the continent.
The summit also hosted diaspora-led investment showcases, including Dr. Michael K. Obeng (Miko Pharma) and Joseph Bryant (Free World Development), who presented transformative initiatives reshaping Africa’s healthcare and renewable-energy landscapes.
The Summit culminated in the celebrated Global Africa Summit Dinner Gala, hosted by Jasmine Styles (ABC News 7), honouring change makers across the continent and diaspora:
* Ndidi Nwuneli, President & CEO of The One Campaign — Global Africa Leadership Award
* Dr. Michael K. Obeng, Founder of R.E.S.T.O.R.E Worldwide — Ubuntu Humanitarian Award
* Clarence Wooten, Google X — Diaspora Catalyst Award
* Clinton White, Global Consular Solutions — Nkrumah Pan-African Impact Award
* Sinafik Gebru, Birara Genet — Rising Africa Award
The evening combined inspiring recognition with live music from South Africa’s Ntebo, a Pan-
The Accra edition is expected to be attended by Heads of State, Ministers, and Ambassadors, Global investors, policy leaders, and industry leaders, Diaspora entrepreneurs and trade network Youth innovators and creatives.
It will also showcase Africa’s innovation prowess and diaspora partnership, potential across key sectors, including technology/ai, renewable energy, fintech, agriculture, infrastructure, tourism, and the creative economy.
“We are proud to bring the Global Africa Summit series to Accra,” said Jane Reindorf-Osei, Founder and President of the Africa Investment Network. “This is a pivotal moment to deepen cross-Atlantic partnerships and expand opportunities for sustainable, diaspora-driven investment,” a statement from Africa Investment Network, the organisers said.
