What: The African Union Commission through its Department of Economic Development, Trade, Tourism, Industry and Minerals (ETTIM) is organizing a High-Level Africa Private Sector Forum under the theme: “The Role of the Private Sector in Realizing Africa’s 2063 Development Agenda”
When: 13th February 2026 at 14:00Hrs
Where: Multipurpose Hall, AUC Headquarters
Who:
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African Heads of State and Government
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Ministers of Finance, Industry, Trade, Energy, Health, and Mining
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CEOs and Chairpersons of leading African and global companies
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Institutional and diaspora investors
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SMEs, startups, women- and youth-led enterprises
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Development of finance institutions and business associations
Why:
The Forum will bring together political leaders and private sector decision-makers to accelerate Africa’s industrialization and value addition agenda under Agenda 2063. The discussions will focus on mobilizing private investment, strengthening SMEs and startups, and unlocking high-impact value chains across key sectors.
Focus Areas:
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Mineral resources and value addition
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Agriculture and agro-processing
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Textiles and garments
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Renewable energy and green industry
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Health industry and pharmaceutical manufacturing
Highlights:
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Presidential-level dialogue with business leaders
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CEO–President engagements on reforms and investment
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Investment showcases and deal-oriented discussions
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B2G and B2B matchmaking for concrete partnerships
Expected outcomes
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Presidential-level policy and investment commitments
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Private Sector–AU Action Framework for Agenda 2063
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Concrete steps to reduce dependence on raw material exports
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Increased investor confidence in Africa as a competitive industrial destination
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Establishment of a standing Africa Private Sector–Presidential Dialogue mechanism to sustain SME, startup, and private-sector engagement
Media Access:
Accredited members of the media are invited to cover the opening session and key highlights of the Forum.
Media Contact:
Noel John | Information and Communication Directorate | African Union Commission | Email: Kenyin@africanunion.org
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