The AfricaNextForum@UNGA
The Next Chapter for Africa and the World
About
The AfricaNextForum@UNGA is more than a convening. It is designed as an annual, action-driven platform that will consistently delivers tangible outcomes, positioning Africa as a global leader in AI, innovation, digital and creative economies, and transatlantic partnerships. It is the premier result-oriented platform for Africa’s leaders, innovators, and policymakers to position Africa at the forefront of AI, digital transformation, creative economies, governance, and sustainable development, while driving key actions, policies, and strategic partnerships across the Atlantic for Africa’s progress.
The Forum brings together African thought leaders, global policymakers, innovators, investors, and multilateral organizations to translate dialogue into action, Africa’s capacity to lead, innovate, influence global development agendas and shape Africa’s future and strengthening the continent’s relationships with the world.
The AfricaNextForum@UNGA is a brainchild of Rise Networks.
Objectives
- Showcase Africa’s leadership in creating authentic AI solutions, digital innovation, creative economies, policy, and governance.
- Facilitate actionable discussions that result in policies, partnerships, and initiatives advancing Africa’s progress.
- Position Africa as a hub of thought leadership and innovation on the global stage.
- Catalyse transatlantic collaborations for economic growth, sustainable development, and good governance.
Target Stakeholders & Audience
- African Heads of State, policymakers, and regulators.
- Global Investors, Philanthropy & Development Partners.
- Entrepreneurs, innovators, experts in AI, digital, and creative sectors and private sector leaders.
- Civil Society, Academia, think tanks and investors.
- African Diaspora & Global Allies.
Key Activities:
High-level panels and interactive sessions on AI-driven governance, economic growth, and creative industries
Workshops to develop actionable policies, partnership frameworks, and innovation strategies
Showcasing transformative AI and digital solutions addressing Africa’s development priorities
Strategic networking to forge cross-sector, transatlantic collaborations
Expected Outcomes:
Concrete policy recommendations, action plans, and partnership agreements supporting Africa’s growth and governance
Strengthened global recognition of Africa’s innovation and leadership capabilities
Tangible collaborations between African leaders, innovators, and international partners
Elevated thought leadership and visibility of African innovators and creative leader.