West Africa, rich in natural resources with a vibrant and young population has the components required to be an economic powerhouse on the global stage. To realise this potential, Governments in the region have placed an industrial revolution at the top of their agenda. 

Theme: Accelerating West Africa’s Sustainable Industrial Revolution through Collaboration and Investment for Economic Prosperity

As West African nations embark on the transformative journey toward sustainable industrialisation, the West Africa Industrialisation, Manufacturing & Trade Summit will gather the custodians of industry from Government, private sector, investors and development partners to ideate practical pathways and implementable strategies for a successful, sustainable industrial revolution. 

Key Topics will include: 

• Creating an attractive environment for investment through enabling regulation and policy 
• Strategies for resource valorisation for Economic Prosperity
• Developing a sustainable energy mix to power industries sustainably
• Showcasing investors and funds to drive West Africa’s industrial revolution
• Accelerating the development of critical infrastructure as a foundation for industries
• Connecting regional value chains to foster cross-boarder collaboration 
• Harnessing technology for smart manufacturing, skills development and efficient trade facilitation 
• Maximising the human capital resource through education, training and entrepreneurship