US Africa Business Conference holds today, in New York

The 7th US Africa Business Conference holds today, Friday, September 20, 2024 in New York, United States of America (USA),  from 9AM to 7PM (EST).

With the theme, “Bridging Continents: Empowering Trade,” the Conference, which takes place at the Millennium Hilton, New York One UN Plaza, has as Keynote Speakers, the Mayor of New York City, Eric Adams, and Ms. Ahunna Eziakonwa, United Nations Assistant Secretary-General and the United Nations Development Program (UNDP)’s Assistant Administrator and Director, Regional Bureau for Africa.

The Conference also has a long list of distinguished and knowledgeable Speakers and Panelists, ready to do justice to the theme of the meeting. There will be “content-rich sessions, featuring industry expert debates and panel discussions that foster collaborative problem-solving insightful exchanges, deep exploration of topics, and meaningful contributions from speakers and participants.”

This year’s event will focus on bringing opportunities in Africa and the U.S. together, to help stakeholders find the right people, funding, and market they need to succeed.

Taking place during the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) week, the program will showcase U.S- African trade and investment opportunities in import & export, tourism, real estate, culture, and the creative industry.

Besides the Conference, there will also be an expo, creative showcase and a gala.