The Objectives of the conference are:  To promote and facilitate international trade between Africa and Europe  To facilitate Direct Investments into Africa  To connect foreign companies with competent authorities, and businesses from Africa  To facilitate SMEs and Start-ups to find an alternative financing the solution that local banks in Africa do not offer The conference is focused on highlighting Africa’s investment opportunities while creating an opportunity for entrepreneurs, government delegations and business leaders to meet with investors. Over 50 speakers will provide detailed insight into the economic transformation that many parts of Africa are currently experiencing. We expect over 100 investors to participate in the conference. The conference has a special focus on the needs of SMEs who are often forgotten in International conferences targeting Africa.