11:30 AM – 5:10 PM
As part of the 15th UK–Africa Business, Trade & Investment Summit 2025, delegates have the exclusive opportunity to host or meet VIP speakers, ministers, business leaders, and institutional partners in targeted one-to-one or small group sessions.
These meetings are designed to provide:
Direct access to decision-makers and industry leaders from East Africa, the UK, and the Commonwealth.
Sector-specific discussions tailored to your business or investment priorities.
Opportunities to explore partnerships, secure investment commitments, and advance trade deals.
Delegates available for pre- and post-summit meetings include:
🔷 Finance, Banking & Investment
🔷 Infrastructure, Transport & Urban Development
🔷 Energy, Natural Resources & Environment
🔷 Trade, Industry & Chambers
🔷 Tourism, Culture & Creative Industries
🔷 Science, Technology & Innovation / Digital Economy
🔷 Governance, Policy & Diplomacy
🔷 City Development & Local Governance
How to Participate:
Delegates wishing to host or book one-to-one meetings with VIP participants are encouraged to register their interest early. Pre- and post-summit sessions have limited availability and are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Masters of Ceremonies
09:20 – 09:35
Keynote Welcome – East Africa at the Crossroads: Driving Regional Integration and AfCFTA Implementation
Speaker: Rt Hon. Rebecca Kadaga – First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for East African Affairs, Uganda
09:35 – 10:25
Overview: A high-level discussion on harmonising trade and fiscal policies, mobilising capital for infrastructure, manufacturing, and energy, and creating competitive investment destinations across East Africa.
Moderator: Elizabeth Nyeko – CEO & Founder, Modularity Grid
Speakers:
10:25 – 10:45
Keynote Interview – Geopolitics and Global Economy: Africa’s Strategic Positioning
Speaker: Lord Dolar Popat – Member, House of Lords, United Kingdom
Moderator: Susan Nsibirwa – Managing Director, Nation Media Group | Monitor Publications
⏰ 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Post-Summit Celebration of Excellence, Diplomacy & Enterprise
📍 Members’ Dining Room, House of Commons, UK Parliament
📅 Saturday, 13 September 2025
⏰ 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM
🔒 Status: Fully Booked – Invitation Only
The Grand Silver Service Gala Lunch marks the ceremonial close of the UK–Africa Business, Trade & Investment Summit 2025. Held in the historic Members’ Dining Room of the House of Commons, this elegant, invite-only event celebrates distinguished contributions to enterprise, diplomacy, and global collaboration.
Sponsored by the World Book of Records, the Gala Lunch gathers prominent business leaders, diplomats, ministers, and changemakers for an afternoon of inspiration, dialogue, and recognition.
“Celebrating Global Collaboration & Leadership Excellence”
Lord Rami Ranger CBE
Chairman, Sun Mark Ltd | Life Peer, House of Lords
In collaboration with the World Book of Records
Due to overwhelming demand, this gala is now fully booked. Attendance is strictly by invitation, and access to the venue requires advanced registration and official clearance. No walk-ins or last-minute substitutions can be accommodated.
We look forward to celebrating with our invited guests and thank all delegates for contributing to the success of the UK–Africa Business Summit.
📸 Photos and highlights will be available after the event on our official gallery:
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For questions or updates, please contact:
📧 mahendrasinhjadeja@gmail.com