FT Africa Summit 2025 to Tackle Trade, Tech, and Energy Amid Global Shifts

As global economic uncertainty and protectionist policies continue to reshape the world’s financial landscape, African leaders—including those from Nigeria—are set to converge in London this October for the 12th edition of the Financial Times Africa Summit. Scheduled for October 21–22, 2025, the high-profile event will explore Africa’s evolving place in a rapidly changing global order.

This year’s theme, “Africa in a Changing World,” will guide in-depth discussions on how the continent is responding to shifting geopolitical alliances, economic volatility, and accelerating technological transformation. With its dynamic markets, booming youth population, and rising tech innovation, Africa remains a focal point for global investors and development experts.

Nigeria will be part of a distinguished delegation including representatives from South Africa, Angola, Egypt, Kenya, Mauritius, and Senegal. Key speakers expected at the summit include Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union Commission; Ronald Lamola, South Africa’s Minister of International Relations; Vera Daves de Sousa, Angola’s Finance Minister; Mohamed Mansour, Chairman of Infinity Power; and Mike Sangster, Senior VP for Africa at TotalEnergies. Senior Nigerian ministers and business leaders are also billed to speak.

The 2025 edition is especially significant as global trade dynamics face fresh disruption following Donald Trump’s return to the U.S. presidency. His administration’s renewed tariffs have already impacted smaller economies such as Lesotho, presenting both new challenges and opportunities for African nations to forge stronger regional and global partnerships in trade, energy, and technology.

Highlighting the summit’s relevance, FT Africa Editor David Pilling noted that the event continues to serve as a critical forum for examining Africa’s role in the global economy. The agenda will cover topics such as fintech growth, AI, digital infrastructure, renewable energy, and youth-led entrepreneurship. FT Foreign Editor Alec Russell added that with South Africa set to host the G20 summit in November, the spotlight on Africa’s geopolitical standing is more intense than ever—making this summit timely for fresh strategies and candid discussions.

Moderated by senior Financial Times editors, the sessions will span across sectors, including geopolitics, infrastructure, investment, and policy innovation. As Africa navigates this transformative era, the FT Africa Summit 2025 aims to drive forward-thinking dialogue and inspire actionable solutions for the continent’s economic advancement.