The African Business Roundtable (ABR) has officially partnered with Innovest Afrika to drive innovation, investment and enterprise development across Africa. With the support of the Pan-African Private Sector Trade and Investment Committee (PAFTRAC), this collaboration aims to create new opportunities for startups to scale, secure funding and make a transformative impact on the continent.
A Strategic Alliance for Economic Growth
This partnership aligns with ABR’s core mission of enterprise development, investment promotion and trade facilitation. By joining forces with Innovest Afrika, ABR is reinforcing its commitment to empowering young entrepreneurs and fostering an environment where innovative and bankable ideas can thrive.
As a private sector-led business organization, ABR plays a pivotal role in bridging the gap between emerging businesses and impact investors. Through this partnership, ABR will facilitate access to capital, mentorship and critical business networks, ensuring that Africa’s next generation of entrepreneurs receive the support needed to succeed.
Advocating Pan-African Trade and Investment
The Pan-African Private Sector Trade and Investment Committee (PAFTRAC) drives Pan-African results by providing a framework for private sector engagement in trade and investment issues in Africa, including policy formulation and trade negotiations to support African economies in line with the ambitions of Agenda 2063: “The Africa We Want”.
Innovest Afrika’s Role in Startup Acceleration
Innovest Afrika is a leading Africa-focused investment and innovation platform dedicated to supporting early-stage startups. By connecting entrepreneurs with funding, mentorship, and growth opportunities, Innovest Afrika is at the forefront of driving sustainable business expansion across the continent.
The organization runs accelerator programs in key cities across Africa, Europe and North America, expanding global access for African startups. With a vision to accelerate 5,000 African-founded startups by 2030, Innovest Afrika is shaping the future of entrepreneurship on the continent and beyond.
Upcoming Accelerator Programs
Three accelerator programs will be launching in:
- Accra, Ghana
- Johannesburg, South Africa
- London, UK
Investment Summit & Demo Day – A Major Milestone
The Innovest Afrika Investment Summit & Demo Day, scheduled for May 24, 2025, at the ALX Tech Hub in East Legon, Accra, Ghana, will be a landmark event in this partnership.
As part of the Innovest Ignite Accelerator – Cohort 3, this event will showcase high-potential startups as they pitch their innovative solutions to a curated audience of investors and financiers.
Attendees will witness groundbreaking innovations, engage in high-level networking, and explore investment opportunities that will redefine Africa’s startup ecosystem.
This partnership between ABR and Innovest Afrika marks a significant step toward transforming Africa’s investment landscape. By bringing together key players in the startup ecosystem, this collaboration is set to unlock new funding pathways and create lasting economic impact.
Be part of this groundbreaking initiative to empower African startups!
Join us on May 24, 2025, to empower African startups and shape the future of innovation on the continent.
For more information, please contact us : info@abrnetwork.org