Events Calendar
Find all the best upcoming and past events hosted by the AACC and partner organisations
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Agritech into Africa
Welcome to Agritech into Africa - the event where innovation meets agriculture! Join us for an evening filled with exciting presentations and networking opportunities with industry leaders and innovators. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, a farmer, or simply curious about the future of agriculture in Africa, this event is perfect for you! Get ready to explore the latest trends in agritech and discover how technology is revolutionizing the farming industry. Don't miss this unique chance to be part of the Agritech into Africa movement!
High Commissioner for Mauritius meeting with AACC
Boardroom Roundtable with the High Commissioner for the Republic of Mauritius, H.E. Marie Claire Monty, I CH, 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne
Nigeria: Irrigation & Agribusiness Networking Event
The Australia Africa Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome the inbound delegation from Nigeria, the Integrated Agricultural and Irrigation Project Developers and Investors from the NASENI & NIRSAL/N-SIP Group, to Melbourne for networking and local engagement on Friday 02 December.
Please join us in extending a warm welcome to the group and participating in this special B2B opportunity for expanding trade in agriculture between Australia and Nigeria.
For more information and to register for the event, click here.
This is a unique opportunity for product and service showcasing, building overseas connections in Nigeria, and understanding the nature of agribusiness and agriculture more broadly across Africa.
Registrations are limited. Instructions on how to access the International Chamber House will be provided upon registration. If you have any questions or queries, please reach anna.laursen@australiaafrica.com.
International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC)
EVENT UPDATE JUNE: IMARC has been relocated to the International Convention Centre in Sydney. It will not be hosted in Melbourne for 2022.
The International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) is where global mining leaders connect with technology, finance and the future. As Australia's most influential mining event, IMARC creates a global conversation, mobilises the industry for collaboration and attracts some of the greatest leaders in the mining, investment, and technology industries for three days of learning, deal-making and unparalleled networking.
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African Energy Week
Cape Town, South Africa has once again been selected as the host of the highly anticipated African Energy Week (AEW), taking place on the 18th – 21st of October 2022 in Cape Town, South Africa. AEW 2022 will once again bring Africa’s energy leaders and global stakeholders together for a week of intense dialogue on the African energy sector.
The conference and its organisers remain fully committed to the continent, its people, and its potential, with 5000+ attendees, 175+ international speakers and 21+ Ministers from all over Africa and the world coming to Cape Town. During this year’s edition, delegates and speakers can expect a strong line-up of panel discussions, investor forums, networking functions, and deal signing ceremonies covering the entire African energy sector and value chain. Extending on narratives expressed at the 2021 edition of the conference, AEW 2022 remains wholly focused on making energy poverty history by 2030. With over 600 million people still without access to electricity, the continent requires immediate action if it is to realise its socio-economic development objectives.
Read the article update here.
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Investing in Africa Conference and Expo 2022 (AFSIC)
AFSIC is one of the largest annual events bringing together African investors and investments taking place outside Africa and has become one of the most important conduits of investment into Africa. With the support of the sophisticated AFSIC African Investments Dashboard, AFSIC is entirely focused on bringing together Africa’s business leaders and Africa’s most important investors and dealmakers and will showcase investment opportunities from across the whole of Africa.
Networking and focused meetings at AFSIC provide you with an unparalleled opportunity to discover and develop a robust network of the highest quality of African business leaders. A comprehensive programme offers delegates streamed sessions covering Banking, Agriculture, Sustainable Growth, Infrastructure, Education, Informed Investing, Power and Fintech as well as focused country specific sessions showcasing excellent projects and insight into African investment opportunities. This is one not to be missed!
AMAP Botswana: Know Your Market & Your Customer
Before exporting to any market, the first step is to acquaint yourself with the market itself. Here you will uncover what the local business environment is like, what laws and regulations you should be aware of, and where the supply chain opportunities lie for Australian METS.
Reimagining Migration in(out) of Africa Conference
The Reimagining Migration in(out) of Africa Conference seeks to bring together scholars (students, faculty, and researchers), advocates, practitioners, policymakers, and community members within and outside Australia for a conversation on the increasing politicisation of mobility in and out of the African continent and the experiences of migrant communities and their resilient cultures
Agricon Conference and Expo 2022
The theme of the Conference and Expo is #EndHungerToday: Unveiling & Entrenching Sustainable Food SolutionsThe Conference and Expo will focus on the following: Causes of poor farm yield in Nigeria Programme for optimal food production Maintain seed genetic identities and varieties, purely in the corporate and SME production systems Input processing, distribution and resource establishments Role of safe food in ending hunger with specific focus on farm improvements, value addition and use of modern production techniques.
Nigeria: Know Your Market & Your Customer
This event is designed to help mining equipment, technology and services exporters understand the demands and trends driving the Nigerian METS market. By hearing directly from the mining industry itself, METS producers will be able to identify whether their products are well-suited to the sector, and will be able to refine their export strategy.
Before exporting to any market, the first step is to acquaint yourself with the market itself. Here you will uncover what the local business environment is like, what laws and regulations you should be aware of, and where the supply chain opportunities lie for Australian METS.
We will be joined by the guest appearances of:
His Excellency Architect Olamilekan Adegbite, Minister for Mining and Steel Development of Nigeria, and his team of Mining Experts.
His Excellency Amb. Anderson Madubike, the High Commissioner for the Federal Republic of Nigeria in Canberra.
Mr. Duncan Harris, President of the Australia Africa Chamber of Commerce.
Participating attendees will have access to and benefit from:
Industry Presentations & Roundtable Discussion
Company Self-Assessment
Market Analysis & Research
Networking & Connection Building
The event will be held in-person, with the opportunity to network over the session over light refreshments. If you have any questions or queries about the session, please contact us via support@australiaafrica.com. This event is subject to density limits and will abide by ongoing health announcements according to COVID regulations.
Partners & Supporters
Africa Down Under Conference
ADU is the leading forum for Australian-African business and government relations and was first launched to raise awareness of Australia’s interests in African mining and energy. The three day meeting has evolved to become the largest African-focused mining event held outside the continent itself which is reflected by the number of high-profile participants who attend each year
MEA Connect Roadshow
The Australia Arab Chamber of Commerce and Industry (AACCI) and the Australia Africa Chamber of Commerce (AACC) are pleased to present, in collaboration with Austrade, the MEA Connect Roadshow, in Perth, Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney & Adelaide, for presentations and building connections between Australia and the Middle East & Africa (MEA) regions.
ABOUT MEA
With Australia looking at emerging export markets post the pandemic, the MEA region is poised to provide a plethora of trade and investment opportunities for Australian businesses, primarily in priority sectors – food and agri-, energy, mining, education, advanced tech, and health sectors.
In addition, niche opportunities in the defence, space and infrastructure industries are prevalent in key markets in the region.
At the events, Austrade and Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade (DFAT) representatives from MEA will also highlight the geopolitical landscape, partnership engagements, and on-ground support available for Australian companies.
CITY - DATE
Perth | 30 August | PwC, Level 15 Brookfield Place, 125 St Georges Terrace, Perth WA 6000
Melbourne | 5 September | Intl. Chamber House, Level 5, 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne Victoria 3000
Brisbane | 7 September | PwC, Level 23/480 Queen St, Brisbane City QLD 4000
Sydney | 8 September | PwC, Tower 1, Intl. Towers Sydney, Level 17, Barangaroo Avenue, Barangaroo NSW 2000
Adelaide | 14 September | PwC, Level 11/70 Franklin St, Adelaide SA 5000
DETAILS
This joint event, co-hosted by AACCI, AACC, and Austrade provides a unique opportunity to understand emerging market trends across the MENA region from those who know them best.
A networking event will follow the presentations and discussion. If you have any dietary requirements or allergies, please let us know when you register a ticket.
You will hear from:
Alison Chartres - Assistant Secretary - Africa Branch | DFAT
Gemma Huggins - A/g Assistant Secretary - Middle East Branch | DFAT
Ian Halliday - Consul-General Dubai & General Manager - Middle East, Africa, and Pakistan | Australian Consulate-General Dubai & Austrade
Todd Miller - Trade Commissioner - Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, Jordan & Bahrain | Austrade
Scott Morris - Trade Commissioner - Africa | Austrade
Brad Gosling - Associate Director, Business Development, WA | Export Finance Australia
Simon O’Connell - Associate Director, Business Development, VIC & TAS | Export Finance Australia
Jana Walker - Associate Director, QLD | Export Finance Australia
Michael Reznikov - Director - Business Development NSW & ACT | Export Finance Australia
Andrew Perkins - Director, Business Development, SA & NT | Export Finance Australia
OUR PARTNERS AND SUPPORTERS
Nigerian Business Mission 2022
UPDATE 18/05/2022 - this event has been rescheduled for July 19, 2022 - we will provide updates shortly to confirm the date and look forward to your attendance.
The Australia Africa Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Global Victoria, Austrade and DFAT, is pleased to host the Nigerian Delegation for the Nigerian Business Mission this July.
We invite Australian suppliers and providers from across the Agricultural, Mining/METS, Energy, Education and Technology sectors to join us in discussing supply chain opportunities between Australia and Nigeria.
ABOUT THE DELEGATION AND NIGERIA
Consisting of State Officials, Business Representatives, Technical Specialists, Captains of Industries, as well as Heads of Academic Institutions, the Nigerian Delegation will also be accompanied by Ambassador Anderson N. Madubike, High Commissioner of Nigeria to Australia and the Pacific, and Mr. Emeka Offor, the Executive Secretary/CEO of the Nigeria Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC).
Nigeria is a key regional player within West Africa, being one of its most populous countries, accounting for approximately 202 million people. With an average growth rate of 1.9% across the past 4 years, growth has primarily been driven by its abundance of natural resources alongside its growing influence in telecom services.
It is Africa’s biggest oil exporter and continues to have the largest natural gas reserves on the continent. Nigeria has hence become one of the fastest developing nations within the African continent and continues to make great strides in its policies and structural reforms in order to secure a stable government and market as it engages in the global market.
Coupled with its progress in socio-economic terms in recent years, Nigeria presents itself as a nation that offers vast opportunities in trade and business investment.
A full list of the Nigerian Delegation will be provided to registrants in the coming weeks. If you or your organisation is interested in receiving members of the delegation to come to visit your site of operations or enterprise AFTER the summit, please send us an email (anna.laursen@australiaafrica.com) so that we may be of assistance.
EVENT DETAILS
Australian exporters and businesses will have the opportunity to attend the Nigerian Business Mission in-person, at the International Chamber House. The event is free for all interested attendees, and we anticipate participants benefiting from the following:
Fact finding/observing the Nigerian market from first-hand exposure
Establishing contacts/developing a network
Evaluating market/export opportunities
Connecting with potential business partners
Promoting brand, products and services
Meeting key decision-makers/stakeholders/government officials
Networking with their fellow delegates, sharing expertise and/or providing leads to one another
Our sectors of focus for this event will be the five following:
Mining/METS
Education
Energy
Agriculture
Technology
Or M.E.E.A.T for short!
The schedule runs as follows:
9.00 am - Arrival
9.30 am - Welcome Plenary
10.30 am - Break
10.45 am - Sectoral Sessions (Concurrent: Agriculture, Energy, Education, Mining/METS, Technology)
12.45 pm - Lunch
1.45 pm - Closing Plenary
2.45 pm - Networking Session
4.45 pm - Event End
Registrations are essential, so please register tickets as soon as possible to confirm attendance and any dietary requirements. Registrants will need to indicate which Sectoral Session they would be interested in attending, and if they would like the opportunity to submit any business marketing collateral for distribution via the AACC on their behalf.
Registrants will need to provide the following:
Individual Name
Business Name/Representation
Role
Sectoral Session Preference
Indication of Industries of Interest
Contact Email
Contact Number
Any prepared business profiles/preferred social media links
We strive to facilitate as much meaningful business engagement as possible, and are thus happy to accommodate.
Registrations close Friday July 15th, so get in quick. For any questions or queries, please email the Operations Manager: anna.laursen@australiaafrica.com
AACCI - Business Roundtable Meeting with Her Excellency Mrs. Wassane Zailachi, The Kingdom of Morocco Ambassador to Australia
The Kingdom of Morocco has positioned itself in the global market as a diverse, open and secure market-oriented economy. By increasing its investment in infrastructure across transport and maritime, Morocco has become a business-friendly hub in North-West Africa. Morocco’s rich history and diverse cultural and linguistic environment makes for a unique business experience.
As Morocco embraces the digital economy, growth sectors include the financial and agriculture technology industries. The country’s future development plans also envisage a more sustainable society, offering a unique opportunity for the Australian renewables sector to be a part of this drive. The Australian mining sector can also benefit from Morocco’s relatively underexplored landscape, while business groups see further opportunity for the adventure tourism sector, with the country benefiting from being situated between the Sahara Desert and the Atlantic Ocean.
AACCI is delighted to host a roundtable meeting with Her Excellency Mrs Wassane Zailachi, the Kingdom of Morocco Ambassador to Australia.
The discussion will focus on the diverse business & investment opportunities and business incentives in Morocco.
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Date: Wednesday, 22 June 2022
Time: 5 - 6 pm
Followed by networking over refreshments
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Venue: International Chambers House
Level 5, 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne
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To Register: Click Here
RSVP by Monday 20 June
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For more information please contact:
Barbara Haggerty
barbara.haggerty@austarab.com.au
0409 775 001
TP Minds Australia 2022
BDO is proud to continue to be a Lead Partner of TP Minds Australia 2022.
As the world's leading independent transfer pricing conference series, TP Minds Australia brings together senior international tax and transfer pricing professionals, Australian corporates and representatives from the ATO.
This year we are excited to be joined by formidable keynote speakers including Melinda Brown, Senior Advisor, OECD, Rebecca Saint, Deputy Commissioner, ATO and John de Wijin AM QC.
The sessions and workshops will once again cover a wide range of topics including recent OECD developments, next ATO programs, issues of key concern, managing TP reviews and disputes, the future of the APA program, Pillar 1 and 2 for Australian business and global transfer pricing developments.
We hope that you will be able to attend this conference and reconnect with your peers in the industry. More information: https://bit.ly/3HJYGuH
Aus & NZ South African Film Festival
Bringing the very best of South African films to your home and proudly presenting features and documentaries that explore the culture, history and politics of South Africa, this experience is one not to be missed! SAFF is offering an online and in cinema experience in 2022 and all proceeds go to benefit Education without Borders, an organisation providing educational opportunities for disadvantaged and at-risk children through initiatives in South Africa and Canada.
A new film will be released each day at 2pm AEST until Sunday 22th May 2022.
AmCham and Global Victoria Exporters Academy – Raising Capital and Finance for the US Market
AmCham, a Global Victoria Trade Alliance partner, presents a tailored suite of 5 sessions designed to provide Victorian exporters with access to leading industry experts, current market intelligence and the opportunity to network with established leaders who have successfully exported and raised capital for the US market. Raising Capital and Finance for the US Market is the third session in this series. Fast track your success with the Exporters Academy. Emerging and established businesses are encouraged not to miss this opportunity.
5th Africa Agri Expo - Virtual Connect 2022
The Africa Agri Expo provides an opportunity to connect virtually to agribusinesses in Africa, establishing business channels and strengthening business partnership. Bringing together African and global professionals from across the sector, the expo will be showcasing business opportunities, in particular for agritech, that will benefit the local agriculture sector and international businesses.
For more information: http://www.africa-agriexpo.com/about.html
Forbes Woman: Africa Leading Women Summit
The 2022 FORBES WOMAN AFRICA Leading Women Summit will reflect the times, trends, and topics leading the pandemic recovery in Africa and the world.
The summit will convene a powerful community of female champions, barrier-breakers, goal-diggers, and visionary voices unlocking new thinking after two years dominated by economic exasperation and exclamatory marks.
The focus on the female entrepreneur will continue as we contextualize her tears and triumphs in mainstreaming her work and finances.
This year will largely focus on the new leadership mindset, the diversity, and the playbook needed for every aspect of life, work, art, business, and money as also the new metaverse expected to level the playing field for the female workforce. It will be about reimagining, rebuilding, and resetting the pathways of change to unleash the power of all.
International Women’s Day
After the success of the 2020 International Women’s Day event, which welcomed over 450 guests, we are excited to return in 2022 to celebrate the spirit and courage of all women, reflect on progress made and call for change towards greater gender equality.
Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (8th Session)
Convened by the UN Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) ahead of the High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) 2022. Together with the other regional forums, the Eighth Session of the Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development will assess progress and exchange knowledge, good practices and policy solutions to support the implementation of the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals, in line with regional priorities and specificities.
The Forum is always held with a focus on the theme that has resonance with the context and priorities of Africa and that should be well aligned with the theme of the High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF). As such the 2022 ARFSD will be held under the following theme: Building forward better: A green, inclusive and resilient Africa poised to achieve the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063, aligned with that 2022 HLP, namely Building back better from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) while advancing the full implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
Meetings Africa - Advancing Africa Together
Initiated by South African Tourism, Meetings Africa 2022 will showcase Africa’s diverse offerings in goods and services that will assist in developing African tourism, marketing and events industries.
AGRIEXPO & All Farmers Conferences
With an intensifying focus on agricultural development in Nigeria and West Africa, AGRIKEXPO brings together Government Agencies, solution providers and prospective investors to enhance the regional agrifoods sector. Initiated by Nigeria’s Ministry of Agriculture & Rural Development and other Nigerian associations, AGRIKEXPO aims to expand agrifood investment partnerships and agricultural development through conferences, workshops and networking events.
Solar Power Africa
Solar Power Africa focuses solely on creating an environment that fosters the exchange of ideas, knowledge and expertise for furthering solar power and renewable energy development in Africa. Partnered with Messe Frankfurt and the South African Photovoltaic Industry Association (SAPVIA), Solar Power Africa 2022 is the first event of its kind dedicated solely to Solar Power and Energy storage and is expected to attract over 100 exhibitors operating in this dynamic market.
Tickets are now available for registration via their website, where they offer delegate (exhibitor), visitor, and virtual visitor tickets.
EGYPS - Egypt Petroleum Show
The Egypt Petroleum Show (EGYPS) will convene local and international stakeholders of the oil and gas industry to share insights, engage in dialogue, create partnerships and develop businesses in the global energy market. EGYPS is a critical platform for the enhancement of oil and gas projects particularly within Egypt, North Africa and the Mediterranean.
Click here for more info.
Kenya's Energy: New & Renewable
The purpose of this webinar is to understand Kenya’s energy needs and future plans, understand Australia’s strengths in new and renewable energy, and identify opportunities for capacity building, training, investment and knowledge sharing between Kenya and Australia.
With expert guest speakers:
Eric Mwangi, Economic Advisor to the Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Energy
Gordon Chakaodza, Director, Victorian Hydrogen Hub (VH2), Swinburne University of Technology
Shreejan Panday, General Manager, Monash Energy Institute, Monash University
Australian Business in Africa
Register now for our new event ‘Australian Business in Africa’, being held in collaboration with Professionals in International Trade, BDO and the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
This panel discussion will provide expert insight into opportunities and risks for bilateral trade and investment within the African continent. The guest speakers include our Duncan Harris, Bill Cole, Andrew Cumpston, Jay Meek and James Mooney.
Register here
African Energy Week 2021
The African Energy Week is the African Energy Chamber’s first ever interactive exhibition and networking event that seeks to unite African energy stakeholders, drive industry growth and development, and promote Africa as the destination for African-focused events. The event is committed to African people and African energy with strong encouragement towards a global audience to Cape Town where we will make decisions on the future of the continent’s natural resources and energy sectors.
Virtual passes are available from 15th October.
For more information and to get your ticket, click here.
Ghana: Know Your Customer Workshop
This workshop is designed to help Australian METS producers learn everything they need to know about exporting to Ghana.
Expert speakers are:
- John K. Atiamoah, Business Development Manager at Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) Ghana
- Nana Adu Ampofo, co-founder and risk specialist at Songhai Advisory
Supported by Global Victoria Trade Alliance