The Africa Singapore Business Forum (ASBF) would take place in Singapore from August 26 to 28, 2025.

The forum is expected to draw about 700 delegates from diverse sectors across Africa and Asia, including high-level representation from Ghana.

Organized by Enterprise Singapore, the forum aims to foster sustainable growth by creating opportunities for African and Asian businesses to connect, collaborate, and expand.

Speaking at a press briefing in Accra on Thursday, July 24, 2025, Jean Ng, the Regional Director for West Africa at Enterprise Singapore, said the event will feature a range of thematic sessions tailored to address Africa’s emerging business dynamics.

One of the key highlights will be an in-depth examination of the continent’s expanding trade landscape under the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), which is reshaping regional integration and unlocking new market possibilities.

Ng noted that the forum will pay particular attention to the challenges and prospects faced by Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs).

Topics to be covered include strategies for capacity building, financial inclusion, and enhancing access to regional and global markets.

She added that SMEs remain vital to Africa’s development narrative and must be empowered to thrive in a competitive global economy.

In response to global calls for climate action, the ASBF will also host discussions around Africa’s energy transition.

Key stakeholders and panellists will explore policy frameworks that support clean energy innovation and analyze the role of carbon credits as transformative tools for sustainable development.

Another critical area of focus will be building Africa’s urban future. Experts will unpack approaches to infrastructure development, smart city planning, and the role of technology in shaping livable, resilient urban centers across the continent.

Jean Ng emphasized the importance of Ghana’s presence at the forum, and the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) is expected to play an active role in showcasing investment opportunities.

She reaffirmed Singapore’s long-standing commitment to partnering with Africa, stating that the ASBF presents a unique platform to deepen bilateral and multilateral ties through inclusive dialogue and innovative partnerships.

With representation from governments, private sector leaders, investors, development agencies, and emerging startups, the 2025 edition of the Africa

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