ABAN’s 2024 Theme Revealed

We are thrilled to unveil Africa Business Angel Network’s (ABAN’s) theme for this year: Consolidating Angel Investing Across Africa and the Diaspora. This theme underscores our unwavering dedication to strengthening collaboration, fostering innovation, and driving expansion within the angel investing ecosystem across the continent and beyond.

At ABAN, we recognize the vital role played by angel investors in fueling economic development and empowering startups. As the premier platform connecting investors, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders, ABAN is committed to fostering a united, dynamic network that transcends geographical boundaries.

Here are some key highlights of the 2024 theme:

1. Global Diaspora Engagement: We will explore leveraging the expertise, networks, and capital of the global African community to drive entrepreneurship and investment on the continent.
2. Unity in Diversity: Emphasizing collaboration and inclusivity, our theme showcases the diverse talents and opportunities within Africa and the diaspora, aiming to create a cohesive force for positive change.
3. Strategic Partnerships: ABAN aims to foster strategic alliances among angel investors, startups, and support organizations, amplifying the impact of angel investing on the entrepreneurial landscape.
4. Evangelizing African Networks: We are committed to promoting a culture of angel investing across Africa, among Africans, African descendants, and stakeholders vested in African growth.
5. Entrepreneurial Empowerment: ABAN remains dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs by providing mentorship, funding, and resources needed to transform ideas into successful ventures.
6. Stakeholder Engagement: We continue to collaborate with ecosystem stakeholders to maintain momentum for financial, strategic, and commercial support.
7. Shaping Institutional Policy: ABAN aims to collaborate with policymakers on recognizing angel investment as a development asset class, especially in an African context.

We invite all stakeholders, governments, and institutional partners to join hands with us in advancing innovation, economic growth, and prosperity across the continent and beyond.