The George Washington University School of Business, The Growth Dialogue, the Institute for International Economic Policy (IIEP) at the Elliott School of International Affairs, CCDL, IAfS, GSI Fulbright, GlobaI Impact Industries, and Africa House:
present
THE FUTURE OF FINANCE AND TRADE IN AFRICA 2.0
April 20th to 24th, 2025
University Student Center Grand Ballroom
800 21st St, NW Washington, DC 20052
Capital Hilton
1001 16th Street NW, Washington, District of Columbia, 20036, USA
During the World Bank/International Monetary Fund (WB/IMF) Spring Meeting 2025, The George Washington University is hosting a high-level conference during a time of rapid technological innovation and global uncertainty, bringing together Central Bank Governors, State Governors, Ministers, private sector Executives, technology leaders, members of the African diaspora, and academics. Building on the success of its inaugural event in April 2024, this conference will examine critical challenges and opportunities facing Africa, particularly in the area of digital transformation and its applications in national and regional economies. This includes standard room accommodation, registration, conference breakfast and lunch, welcome reception, gala, and a capitol hill one-day excursion.
INFORMATION TO START THE REGISTRATION PROCESS, REVIEW THE FOLLOWING:
Investment Conference Day I
Building Financial Knowledge and Networks, Accessing Global Markets and Financing, investment meetings, Welcome Reception (Washington, DC)
Investment Conference Day II
Small Business Trainings, Investment meetings, Deal Makings and MOU (Washington, DC)
Investment Conference Day III
Govenors Conference, Investment meetings, and Closing Gala Dinner (Washington, DC)
Media Promotion
International Media Coverage
Meetings with Washington Leaders
USA Congress/University/high profile leaders
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO!
- Registration fee $6,500 includes Conference schedules of Events, Training Sessions, Welcome Reception, Breakfast & Lunch, Gala, Hotel Accommodations, Transportation, and Capitol Hill Day Excursion.
- Air fares are fixed; however, we cannot guarantee airfare rates as this cost varies daily and by origination point until you book your flight.
- If you decide to upgrade from the standard room, you will incur an additional cost.
- Additional Fee: Visa $100-$185 requires a Visa–the Visa cost is not included in the estimated summit.
- Visa application 90 days before departure and you’ll be notified when time to apply for your Visa.
FOR REGISTRATION YOU WILL NEED THE FOLLOWING ITEMS:
- The first time you enter the registration booking portal you will need to complete a business questionnaire form. Once RSVP is complete with elected payment option, the event coordinator will contact you for payment. A valid credit card will be required.
- All fees, including host hotel block/charges, must be paid in full by January 30, 2024.
- The deadline hotel block fee is considered per night during the World Bank/International Monetary Fund (WB/IMF) Spring Meeting 2025 pricing will be at a higher rate.
- Other hotel and Airbnb options will be at your discretion.
- The room selection pricing only includes standard accommodation. If you register a guest/spouse additional charges will apply.
- Once you complete your registration, you will receive an email confirmation.
- Travel to the United States can take up to twenty-two hours. Airfare is handled separately by Country Travel.
- You may need to add at least one day at the beginning and end of travel.