The Sub-Saharan Africa Initiative of German Business (SAFRI), in collaboration with the Delegation of German Industry and Commerce for Eastern Africa (AHK Eastern Africa) and the Government of the Federal Republic of Germany, are organizing the 5th German – African Business Summit (GABS)  from 2 to 4 December 2024 in Nairobi, Kenya, at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Upper Hill.

The German African Business Summit (GABS) stands as Germany’s signature business event in Africa . Every two years, GABS brings together leading business and government figures from Germany and Sub-Saharan Africa to foster and advance economic ties between Europe’s largest economy and the world’s fastest-growing region. This event will provide a platform for high-level discussions, networking opportunities, and the establishment of sustainable business partnerships .

The Sub-Saharan Africa Initiative of German Business (SAFRI) is the voice of German business to policy-makers in Germany and the Sub-Saharan African region. SAFRI aims to intensify cooperation with Sub-Saharan African countries and foster mutual trade and investment. SAFRI is a joint initiative of leading business federations – the German-African Business Association (AV), the Federation of German Industries (BDI), the Federation of German Wholesale, Foreign Trade and Services (BGA), and the German Chambers of Commerce and Industry (DIHK).

Keynote Speakers: Stay tuned for announcements on our distinguished keynote speakers who will cover critical topics in German-African economic cooperation.

Target Audience: This summit is ideal for business leaders, policymakers, investors, and stakeholders interested in fostering economic growth and sustainable partnerships between Germany and Africa.

Registration Details: The registration platform will be available soon. Keep an eye out for further updates!

Sponsorship and Exhibition Opportunities: Interested in showcasing your business at GABS? Contact us to learn about sponsorship and exhibition opportunities.

Accommodation: You can book a room at the conference hotel via the link provided here: (radissonhotels.com)

Safety Measures: Your safety is our priority. We will implement all necessary health and safety protocols to ensure a safe and productive event.

Join us in Nairobi to explore the immense potential of German-African economic cooperation and drive future growth together.

For more details, please contact @Sarah Reusche - sarah.reusche(at)kenya-ahk.co.ke  or Dr. Thando Sililo - sililo.thando(at)dihk.de