Collins Sefa Entrepreneurship Takes Center Stage at 2025 Cambridge Africa Business Conference. The Cambridge Africa Business Network (CABN) has announced that the 10th edition of the prestigious Cambridge Africa Business Conference (CABC) will spotlight entrepreneurship as a critical driver of Africa’s future.
Scheduled for Saturday, 17th May 2025 at the Cambridge Judge Business School in the UK, the event is themed:
“Africa Tomorrow: Driving Innovation, Growth, and Global Influence.”
At the heart of this year’s conference is a powerful commitment to redefining entrepreneurship in Africa, showcasing how African entrepreneurs are building globally recognized ventures, overcoming structural barriers, and shaping the narrative of a self-reliant, innovative continent.
Empowering Entrepreneurs Through Dialogue and Connection
The conference will bring together over 200 delegates, including startup founders, investors, policymakers, and thought leaders from Africa and the diaspora, all focused on answering key questions:
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How can African entrepreneurs lead in technology, innovation, and investment?
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What untapped business opportunities are shaping Africa’s economic future?
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How can strategic partnerships accelerate impact-driven entrepreneurship?
Attendees will benefit from keynote speeches, fireside chats, and panel discussions geared toward addressing these pressing questions and equipping entrepreneurs with actionable insights.
Visionary Leadership in Digital Innovation
Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, former Vice President of Ghana and a digital transformation pioneer, will deliver the keynote address on:
“Rethinking Leadership, Innovation, and Inclusion for the Next Generation.”
During his time in office, Dr. Bawumia championed policies that expanded digital entrepreneurship, strengthened Ghana’s economic framework, and boosted financial inclusion—laying the groundwork for the Fourth Industrial Revolution in Africa.
Africa’s Entrepreneurial Leaders Take the Stage
The lineup includes influential entrepreneurial leaders such as:
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Funke Opeke, Founder & CEO, MainOne (Equinix)
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Wale Adeosun, Founder & CEO, Kuramo Capital
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Farouk Khailann, Executive Vice Chairman, Turkiye Africa Trade & Investment Council
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Emeka Emuwa, Chairman, Africa Finance Corporation
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Dr. Jimoh Ibrahim, Senator and CEO, Global Fleet Group
They will share lessons on scaling businesses, navigating investment landscapes, building inclusive ecosystems, and crafting African-built solutions for global markets.
Building Globally Competitive African Brands
Panels will dive deep into sectors like fintech, fashion, music, film, infrastructure, and governance, offering a 360-degree view of how entrepreneurship fuels innovation and economic transformation. These conversations aim to inspire a new generation of African founders to think globally while building locally.
Networking Meets Opportunity
Beyond knowledge-sharing, the conference offers rich networking opportunities. Attendees will explore the historic University of Cambridge through curated events, culminating in a gala dinner and after-party designed to foster lasting partnerships among entrepreneurs, funders, and ecosystem leaders.
Bringing Africa’s Builders to the Global Stage
Conference Chair Jeremiah Nnadi emphasized that CABC 2025 is about showcasing real stories of African resilience, risk-taking, and visionary business building.
“This year’s theme challenges us to build for the world. Entrepreneurs are not just reacting to Africa’s challenges—they are designing the future with wisdom, innovation, and grit.”
CABN President Chidinma Chukwuma added:
“We’re not imagining Africa’s future—we’re gathering the people building it. From tech disruptors to cultural innovators, this conference is a call to action for every entrepreneur ready to lead.”
For aspiring and established entrepreneurs alike, CABC 2025 promises inspiration, practical insights, and a powerful platform to connect, collaborate, and grow.
