African Business Chamber

23/06/2026

Homeownership for the UK African Diaspora

Are you part of the African diaspora in the UK looking to buy your first home, get onto the property ladder, or remortgage your property?

Many diaspora professionals face challenges such as:
- Raising a deposit
- Navigating complex credit requirements
- Having limited UK credit history due to a shorter stay in the country
- Proving affordability despite strong income

To support the community, the African Business Chamber (AfBC), in partnership with Afin Bank, is hosting quarterly online sessions to share the latest innovative diaspora-focused mortgage solutions and services designed to help you buy and own your home in the UK.

Join our upcoming online webinar to learn about:
- Mortgage solutions tailored for diaspora professionals

- Deposit and affordability options
- Guidance on navigating UK mortgage requirements
- Expert insights from industry professionals

Tuesday, 30 June 2026, 13:00 – 14:00

Panel Speakers:
Experts from Afin Bank and along with the AfBC mortgage and property specialists.

Tippie Malgwi - Head of High-Net-Worth & Diaspora Banking, Afin Bank
Emily Carr – Mortgage Adviser, Afin Bank
Kemi Fashina – Marketing and Community Manager, Afin Bank

Ruth Adams - Property Specialist and Advisor, AfBC and SSCG Real Estate

👉 Register Free to join online and learn how you can move closer to owning your home in the UK https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1985736455192?aff=oddtdtcreator

About Afin Bank
Afin Bank provides financial services and innovative mortgage solutions tailored to diaspora communities and international professionals.

More www.afinbank.com

19/06/2026

AfBC UK - Africa Summit 2026: Capital, Investment & Projects Forum

Thursday, 15 October 2026

Submit and register to present bankable projects for investment in infrastructure, energy, manufacturing, agriculture, technology, healthcare, logistics, transport, mining, creatives, real estate and industrial development.

Discover and learn practical case studies, successful financing models, and emerging opportunities across African markets.

Submit your projects for consideration to [email protected]

Register to attend the summit and forum https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1992062741284?aff=oddtdtcreator

19/06/2026

Business Insider Africa - 10 African countries with the highest debt to the IMF in June 2026

High reliance on International Monetary Fund (IMF) debt has become a recurring feature in some African economies

18/06/2026

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: UK - Africa Summit 2026

We are delighted to invite your business and organisation to consider becoming a sponsor or strategic partner for this year AfBC UK – Africa Summit 2026 in London—an essential platform for strengthening economic ties, trade, FDI and investment between the UK and Africa.

Thursday, 15 October 2026 | London

Theme: Unlocking Sustainable Economic Growth Opportunities - Transforming UK-Africa Trade Relations, Investment and Value Chains for Resilience

We have multiple opportunities for companies and businesses to showcase their product and services, enhance brand awareness and connect with new clients/customers. Please contact us at [email protected] for more.

Find more https://african-chamber.com/uk-africa-forum-%26-summit

17/06/2026

AfBC UK - Africa Summit 2026: Capital, Investment & Projects Forum

Register to join African Business Chamber (AfBC) UK - Africa Summit 2026: Capital, Investment & Projects Forum, a featured session of the AfBC UK – Africa Summit 2026, taking place in London on Thursday, 15 October 2026, from 13:30 to 15:00 BST.

The forum forms part of the Summit's wider agenda focused on strengthening UK–Africa economic cooperation under the theme "Unlocking Sustainable Economic Growth Opportunities: Transforming UK–Africa Trade Relations, Investment and Value Chains for Resilience."

The forum is designed to bring together investors, project developers, government officials, development finance institutions, business leaders, entrepreneurs, financial institutions, and international partners to explore opportunities for mobilising capital into high-impact projects across Africa. As investment flows between the UK and Africa continue to expand, the session will provide a platform to discuss innovative financing mechanisms, project preparation, risk mitigation, and public-private partnerships that can accelerate sustainable economic development.

Register Now https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1992062741284?aff=oddtdtcreator

17/06/2026

UK – AFRICA SUMMIT 2026

Join us for The High Level Economic, Trade, Investment and Strategic Business Forum at The AfBC UK - Africa Summit 2026.

Join to learn and hear from Government officials and business leaders latest economic trends, strategies and policies reshaping the UK - Africa economic relations, investment flow, trade, supply chains and partnerships to unlock new opportunities, relationships and market growth.

Thursday, 15 October 2026 | London

Theme: Unlocking Sustainable Economic Growth Opportunities - Transforming UK-Africa Trade Relations, Investment and Value Chains for Resilience

Register Now to secure your ticket https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1965553934730?aff=oddtdtcreator

16/06/2026

Bolstering The UK - Africa Trade, Investment, Market Access and Diaspora Engagement

The UK–Africa trade and investment relationship continues to expand, with bilateral trade and investment reaching £50 billions annually. Africa’s rapidly growing population, increasing urbanisation, digital transformation, infrastructure development, and the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat present significant opportunities for UK and African businesses alike.

The UK–Africa economic partnership holds substantial long-term potential as both regions seek to deepen trade ties, foster innovation, and accelerate sustainable development. UAS leverages the growing influence of the African diaspora in the UK as a powerful bridge for trade, investment, entrepreneurship, knowledge transfer, and international business collaboration. By strengthening connections between businesses, investors, and institutions, the programme aims to drive inclusive growth, enhance competitiveness, create jobs, and position the UK and Africa as strategic partners in shaping a more prosperous and interconnected global economy.

Join us at The AfBC UK - Africa Summit 2026: Economy, Trade, Investment and Business Conference to gain insights, learn current opportunities and establish new networks.

Date: Thursday, October 15, 2026
Location: London

Register Now to secure your ticket https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1965553934730?aff=oddtdtcreator

15/06/2026

SAVE THE DATE: AfBC Africa Investment Summit 2027

The African Business Chamber (AfBC) is delighted to announce that the AfBC Africa Investment Summit 2027 will take place on Wednesday, 21 April 2027 in London.

Held under the theme: “Unlocking smart investments, sustainable financing, and diaspora remittances to drive economic growth and resilience,”

this landmark summit will bring together global leaders, investors, policymakers, and industry experts to explore transformative opportunities across Africa.

Mark your calendar and be part of a dynamic platform featuring:
- High-level global networking opportunities
- Targeted B2B engagements and investor matchmaking
- Thought-provoking discussions led by leading voices in business and finance
- Insight into investment trends, economic developments, and emerging markets in Africa

Join AfBC in shaping conversations that matter and driving impactful partnerships that support sustainable growth and resilience across the continent.

Save the date and register your interest now to be part of this influential gathering https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1988703664194?aff=oddtdtcreator

Join us for a day of thought-provoking dialogue exploring the landscape of impact investing, emerging opportunities, sustainable finance, and high-growth sectors primed for investment. Gain practical guidance on establishing and scaling businesses in African markets, and learn strategies for building effective local partnerships that support long-term development and resilience.

07/06/2026

The AfBC North America African Business Network and Trade Corridor is emerging as a strategic platform for strengthening economic, trade, and investment relations between Africa, the United States ( ) and . As Africa continues to drive economic transformation and deepen regional integration, North American investors, businesses, and diaspora entrepreneurs are increasingly looking to the continent as a destination for growth and long-term partnerships.

Th USA and Canada remain important sources of foreign direct investment (FDI) and Diaspora Remittances, technology transfer, financial services, infrastructure financing, and innovation, while Africa offers one of the world’s fastest-growing consumer markets, abundant natural resources, critical minerals and a rapidly expanding digital economy. AfBC, Business chambers and trade organizations across North America are playing a vital role in connecting enterprises, facilitating market access, and promoting cross-border commercial opportunities.

The AfBC North America African Business Network and Trade Corridor serves as a bridge linking investors, corporations, SMEs, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and the African diaspora to opportunities across key sectors including energy, agribusiness, manufacturing, mining, infrastructure, healthcare, technology, logistics, and financial services. Growing trade and investment flows are being supported by business matchmaking, investment forums, trade missions, procurement opportunities, and strategic partnerships that encourage two-way commerce and knowledge exchange. The corridor also leverages the strength of the African diaspora community in North America, which contributes significant capital, expertise, innovation, and market connections that can accelerate business development and sustainable economic growth across African markets.

Find more https://african-chamber.com/afbc-north-america-na

07/06/2026

This week, The African Business Chamber (AfBC) team and members were delighted to attend and participate in the inaugural London-Africa Business Summit, hosted by the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, at City Hall on 4 June 2026. The landmark event brought together around 150 political, business and institutional leaders from across Africa and the UK to strengthen investment and trade partnerships. The summit underscored London’s ambition to become the leading global hub for African investment and enterprise, while promoting a new era of collaboration based on mutual economic growth, innovation, and shared prosperity.

The summit highlighted several significant achievements, including more than £30 million in foreign direct investment (FDI) from African businesses into London since the Mayor’s trade mission to Africa in July 2025. Participants also noted that 117 African companies are currently listed on the London Stock Exchange (LSE), making it the most African-focused exchange outside Johannesburg. With UK–Africa trade reaching £52 billion in 2025 and projected to grow to £62 billion by 2030, the event reinforced the immense opportunities for deeper commercial engagement between the two regions. AfBC was proud to contribute to these important discussions and to support initiatives that strengthen economic ties between Africa and the UK.

More https://www.london.gov.uk/mayor-convenes-first-ever-london-africa-business-summit-london-strengthens-global-investment-ties