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Canada-Africa Financing Forum | Cape Town

As global markets undergo rapid transformation, the Canada-Africa economic corridor is emerging as one of the most dynamic spaces for investment, innovation, and sustainable growth. This Financing Forum, set to convene in 2026, welcomes leading investors, institutional partners, policymakers, and project developers to explore the capital flows shaping the future of Canadian and African competitiveness—across venture capital, private equity, sovereign wealth funds. With a focus reflecting interest from members to date - including critical minerals, energy and agri-business - we welcome inputs to the program as we co-curate the forum agenda. Prime Minister Mark Carney recently announced major commitments related to financing, alongside trade and investment, in African markets. Discussions will include:- Canada-Africa investment opportunities- Trends for de-risking investments, including prerequisites to attract institutional capital, with a focus on critical minerals and green energy- Case studies of successful transactions across sectors- The impact of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) on the current and future investment outlookAs part of the Chamber’s mission to accelerate trade and investment, this event provides a platform where deals can be initiated, relationships strengthened, and strategic insights shared.The Financing Forum reinforces the Chamber’s lon...