GW Africa

IIEP co-hosted the first GW Africa Conference on "The Future of Finance and Trade in Africa: Harnessing Emerging Technologies and Financial Innovation for Inclusive Growth" in April 2024. This event brought together Central Bank Governors, private sector CEOs, digital technology leaders, and academics to discuss the continent's challenges and policies and initiatives to help transform African financial systems. 

The GW Africa conference aims to delve into emerging technologies, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and climate finance and the innovative solutions that African banks can further develop to help drive sustainable and inclusive economic growth. The basic aim is to mobilize financial resources for the benefit of countries and their citizens. The conference will also delve into the opportunities for advanced economies to enhance trade and investment in the region for mutual benefit by bringing together policymakers and practitioners sharing the common goal of advancing Africa's progress.

Save the Date: April 23, 2025

GW Africa Conference 2025: 
The Future of Finance & Trade in Africa 2.0

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GW Africa Conference 2024

The Future of Finance and Trade in Africa: Harnessing Emerging Technologies and Financial Innovation for Inclusive Growth
April 17, 2024

Featuring keynote speaker, Kevin Anderson, Secretary of the Maryland Department of Commerce. View the full schedule and list of speakers.

Co-sponsored by the George Washington University School of Business, The Growth Dialogue, the Institute for International Economic Policy (IIEP) at the Elliott School of International Affairs, and Believe in Africa.