# Event Details - **Event Name**: AfBC African Business Forum and Networking, Birmingham - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 28 Nov, 2025 at 06:00 pm – Fri, 28 Nov, 2025 at 09:00 pm - **Event Description**: Harnessing the Economic Potential of the African Diaspora: Fostering (Midlands) UK-Africa Trade, Investment, Supply Chains and PartnershipsAbout this EventRegister to join AfBC African Business Forum and Networking - BirminghamDate: Friday, 28 November 2025.Time: 18:00 - 21:00Venue: BirmingahamTheme: Unlocking Inclusive Growth Through Diaspora Empowerment, Business Innovation and Excellence: Enhancing UK-Africa Trade, Investment, and Partnerships.The Forum will bring together regional business leaders, officials, investors, entrepreneurs, diasporas, experts, policymakers, academia and professionals to deliberate and showcase economic growth opportunities and solutions in the West Midlands, UK and African region.Join our forum to connect with like-minded business leaders, professionals, and entrepreneurs. Discover new markets, explore business, trade, and investment opportunities, and gain valuable advice and support to help grow your business. Be part of engaging discussions, learn from expert speakers, and network with a community of investors and innovators just like you.THE PROGRAMME18:00 - 18:30 Registration and Networking Refreshment Drinks18:30 - 19:00 Welcome and Introduction19:00 - 20:00 Panel Discussion 1 and Q&A20:00 - 20:30 Closing Remarks and Close20:30 - 21:00 NetworkingTHE AGENDAUK–Africa Business and Trade: Opportunities, Market Access & Entry Strategies, Best Practices in Business Development, and Navigating Risks, Cultural Dynamics, and Cross-Border Complexities.Exporting from Africa to the UK and importing into the UK from Africa: Import/Export Regulations, Standards, Compliance, Customs Declarations and Best Practices to navigate the complexitiesThe West Midlands Growth Plan and Key Industries for Opportunities: Advanced engineering, Clean Tech and Energy, Health and Medical Tech, Digital and the Creative Industries; and Next Gen Professional and Financial ServicesHarnessing the Economic Potential and Engagement of the African Diaspora in the UK: Opportunities, Economic Participation, Business Startup and Growth SupportFinancing and Investing in Startups and Small Businesses for Sustainable GrowthManaging Health and Wellbeing in the Business EnvironmentTechnology Integration, Digital Transformation and AI for Small Business GrowthEffective Business Growth Strategies, Innovation and Transformation for ResilienceNavigating Business Risks, Regulatory Requirements, and ComplianceStarting, Growing and Scaling Sustainable, Competitive and Resilient Small Businesses in the West MidlandsProperty and Real Estate Investment, Market Trends, Pricing Insights, Economic Opportunities, and Smart Strategies for SuccessSmall business strategic financial management, accounting, compliance updates (VAT, Tax, PAYE and Self Assessment) and cashflow management best practices and digital toolsBest Practices for Cybersecurity, Data Protection, and GDPR Compliance in Small Businesses.Developing Robust Go-to-Market (GTM) and Sustainable Expansion Strategies for Small Businesses: Key Components and Critical ConsiderationsDriving social value and entrepreneurship to maximize positive impact and legacy for futureMarketing and communication in the digital age and social media managementArtificial Intelliegence (AI) and use case for small businessesDriving Supply chain diversity, inclusivity and resilienceSPEAKERSSPONSORSHIPWe have multiple opportunities for companies and businesses to showcase their product and services, enhance brand awareness and connect with new clients/customers. Please contact us at info@african-chamber.com for more.For enquiries, to express interest to become a speaker at our events or sponsorship opportunities, contact us at info@african-chamber.comABOUT MIDLANDS AFRICAN BUSINESS NETWORKAfBC Midlands - African Business Network (MAfBN) is a business-led initiative aimed at empowering African diaspora businesses in the Midlands; increasing Midlands' commercial connectivity and strengthening economic ties, trade relations, FDI flows, education, cultural and linkages with African countries. Find moreLearn more and sign up for AfBC Membership, visit www. african-chamber.com/membership. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/bd9426c0-9864-11f0-9481-dd9a5a29cc74-rimg-w987-h740-dc102540-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/bdcdd460-9864-11f0-9481-dd9a5a29cc74-rimg-w987-h740-dc170790-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/be00cb40-9864-11f0-9b68-37d95bc40b5a-rimg-w987-h740-dc102540-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/birmingham/afbc-african-business-forum-and-networking-birmingham/100001530361184499 - **Event Categories**: business, health-wellness, digital-marketing - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 2 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 3 hours - Location: The Eastside Rooms - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket URL**: https://consumer.pxf.io/c/1339408/3151484/39691?partnerpropertyid=1191892&MediaPartnerPropertyId=1191892&svlink=14105511&level=1&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fafbc-african-business-forum-and-networking-birmingham-tickets-1530361184499 - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 22.38, max: 271.56, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Birmingham - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: The Eastside Rooms - **lat**: 52.486271 - **long**: -1.8849694 - **full address**: The Eastside Rooms, Woodcock Street, Birmingham, United Kingdom ## Event Organizer details - **affiliate_id**: 10 - **organizer**: African Business Chamber (AfBC) (https://allevents.in/org/african-business-chamber-afbc/18039799) ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: banner - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/066bed60a1d285c5b1bf650ff2b3cb7c871bb4e9c165aadb393bd4db0bd8ffa3-rimg-w960-h720-dc102540-gmir.jpg?v=1758621891 - **Alt text**: thumbnail - **Image URL**: https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1109552603%2F485228604305%2F1%2Foriginal.20250830-193400?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&s=9299d007405d048ea706c708c70efa71 ## FAQs - **Q**: When is the event happening? 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