Amanze ChinonyeThe second edition of the Djibouti Forum is set to bring together over 400 high-level delegates from more than 50 countries, including prominent leaders in finance and industry, to accelerate investments across Africa.
The Djibouti Forum 2025 will take place from April 6 to 8, 2025, in Djibouti
Join our WhatsApp ChannelThe event, hosted by the Fonds Souverain de Djibouti (Sovereign Wealth Fund of Djibouti), aims to connect Africa’s financial and business community and guide it in seizing the continent’s unique and growing commercial and investment opportunities.
Key Objectives
The forum will discuss how future economic megatrends will impact the continent and explore ways to leverage African multilateral development banks’ balance sheets to drive greater growth.
The Horn of Africa’s crucial role as a driver of regional growth and development will be highlighted, with a focus on Djibouti’s strategic position at the intersection of Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and Europe.
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Notable Speakers include Sidi Ould Tah, President, Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA); Solomon Quaynor, Vice-President for Private Sector, Infrastructure and Industrialization, African Development Bank; Aminu Umar-Sadiq, CEO of the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA); and Tidjane Thiam, former CEO at Prudential and Credit Suisse, Executive Chairman of Freedom Acquisition Corporation.
Expected Outcomes
The Djibouti Forum expects to facilitate impactful discussions and meaningful collaborations among key stakeholders from the public and private sectors, as well as the sovereign wealth fund and institutional investment community. With financiers managing over $2 trillion in assets under management in attendance, the event is poised to drive strategic investments and partnerships across Africa
Amanze Chinonye is a Staff Correspondent at Prime Business Africa, a rising star in the literary world, weaving captivating stories that transport readers to the vibrant landscapes of Nigeria and the rest of Africa. With a unique voice that blends with the newspaper's tradition and style, Chinonye's writing is a masterful exploration of the human condition, delving into themes of identity, culture, and social justice. Through her words, Chinonye paints vivid portraits of everyday African life, from the bustling markets of Nigeria's Lagos to the quiet villages of South Africa's countryside . With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of the complexities of Nigerian society, Chinonye's writing is both a testament to the country's rich cultural heritage and a powerful call to action for a brighter future. As a writer, Chinonye is a true storyteller, using her dexterity to educate, inspire, and uplift readers around the world.
