GLOBAL INVESTOR

The Global Investor is a leading media and advisory platform specialising in investment promotion and investor engagement across emerging markets.


We support both government and private-sector stakeholders through integrated solutions that combine investment intelligence, strategic communication, and targeted investor outreach. Our work includes investment guides, special reports, digital campaigns, and curated investor events designed to generate tangible business opportunities.


In partnership with leading platforms such as AFSIC—Africa’s largest annual investment event in London—and other major international summits, including the U.S.–Africa Business Summit, African Energy Week, and Africa Mining Week, we publish The Global Investor, a flagship guide providing international investors with authoritative insights into Africa’s most promising markets.

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OUR PARTNERS

Afsic Investing in Africa

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM - OCTOBER 2026

AFSIC Investing in Africa is a leading platform connecting global investors with Africa’s most promising opportunities. Renowned as a catalyst for business growth, it brings together investors, industry leaders, and policymakers through a focused programme of keynotes, panels, and deal rooms. Covering sectors from fintech and banking to infrastructure, real estate, and green finance, AFSIC drives conversations that shape the future of African investment. With its emphasis on sustainability and tangible partnerships, it stands as a key gateway to unlocking Africa’s potential in the global financial landscape.

WOBI

WOBI  stands for World Of Business Ideas, a global business content hub that provides management content, events, and training to executives and companies. Its most prominent event is the World Business Forum 2026, a two-day conference where business leaders share insights on topics like strategy, innovation, and leadership. WOBI also offers a variety of online content, including masterclasses, podcasts, and a 24-hour business and entertainment channel called WOBI TV. 

Global energy show canada

CALGARY - JUNE 9-11, 2026

Global Energy Show Canada 2026 returns, bringing together the people, capital and technology shaping the future of energy. Canada’s national energy exhibition and conference spans five exhibition halls, two conference programmes, and an awards gala, creating a high-impact platform for collaboration across the full energy value chain. From innovation and project development to investment and policy, the event enables meaningful connections and practical knowledge exchange within three fully packed days. Join global leaders, solution providers and decision-makers to explore opportunities, accelerate partnerships and support a secure, competitive and evolving energy system.

INVEST IN AFRICA ENERGY FORUM

PARIS - MAY 11-12, 2026

The Invest in Africa Energy Forum premier European platform brings global investors, energy ministers, NOCs, IOCs, regulators, and service providers together for two days of strategic dialogue and deal-making
Africa is experiencing an exploration resurgence—over 150 oil & gas blocks are up for grabs across 10+ countries, and upstream investment is climbing toward $54 bn by 2030. IAE 2026 doubles down on frontier exploration, early-stage project development, licensing rounds, and seismic innovation.

AFRICA MINING WEEK

CAPE TOWN, 14-16 October 2026

The Inaugural The African Mining Week 2026 will be the definitive platform to accelerate investment, technology adoption, and sustainable growth in Africa's mining sector. Africa is more than a mining powerhouse — it is the engine of the future.

Africa's mining industry is on track to reach a market value of $135 billion by 2027, with an annual growth rate of 5.6%. Rising demand, supportive policies, and advanced mining technologies are driving this expansion, positioning the sector as a catalyst for broader economic development.

CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA- OCTOBER 2026

African Energy Week (AEW) Cape Town is Africa’s premier event for the energy sector, uniting global leaders, policymakers, and industry professionals to shape the continent’s energy future. It brings to the spotlight critical topics, including the energy transition, oil and gas developments, renewable energy investment, and energy access for underserved regions. Hosted in Cape Town, AEW offers dynamic panel discussions, networking opportunities, and deal-making sessions, fostering collaboration and investment. With a focus on sustainable growth and regional development, AEW underscores Africa’s role in the global energy mix while driving innovation, infrastructure expansion, and economic empowerment across the continent.


U.s. africa business summit

MAURITIUS - 2026

The U.S.-Africa Business Summit 2026 will be hosted by the Republic of Mauritius. It is the 18th annual summit, which brings together African and U.S. government officials and business leaders to discuss trade and investment opportunities. The agreement to host was finalized in September 2025 between the Corporate Council on Africa and the government of Mauritius. 

The summit emphasises Africa's investment potential, driven by economic reforms and diversification efforts. Featuring high-level discussions, networking sessions, and deal-making platforms, the summit aims to strengthen bilateral trade and investment ties while promoting sustainable development.


ALGIERS, ALGERIA - SEPTEMBER 4-10, 2025

The Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) 2025 is a premier platform dedicated to boosting intra-African trade and investment, promoting the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).  Scheduled to unite businesses, policymakers, and investors, IATF 2025 will feature trade exhibitions, investment forums, and B2B matchmaking sessions. Attendees can explore diverse sectors such as manufacturing, agriculture, technology, and finance, fostering cross-border partnerships and innovation.

MEDIA PARTNERS

AFRICAN BUSINESS

Trusted voice since 1966, it is the undisputed market leader and best-selling monthly Pan-African business magazine, considered essential reading for anyone with an interest in the continent’s economy. African Business  provides lively reading on current affairs, finance, new technologies, reviews, commerce, politics, trade, and trends in Africa, the world’s fastest growing economic region.

INSTITUTIONAL PARTNER

AFRICA PROSPERITY NETWORK

Africa Prosperity Network (APN) is committed to providing a trusted convening platform for practical discussions, actionable policies and bankable projects. Their objective is to advance the vision of “The Africa We Want” as outlined in the African Union’s Agenda 2063, with particular focus on promoting Africa’s prosperity and economic integration. As a continental platform, APN is the fuel that powers both the advocacy and implementation of results-oriented solutions by leveraging strategic partnerships to deliver actionable policies that lead to impactful, bankable projects.