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This team translates passion for the continent into real, year-round programming. They lead initiatives like Africa Week and the “Doing Business in Africa” showcase, creating platforms that spotlight regional challenges and opportunities. Their work connects students with entrepreneurs, policymakers, and experts, deepening understanding of Africa’s complexity and potential. Through interactive events and curated conversations, the team encourages members to think critically about their role in shaping Africa’s future. Whether through policy round tables or creative showcases, this team ensures Africa remains top of mind in the HBS community not just once a year, but all year.

Things we get up to

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Africa Week
A weeklong celebration of African culture, innovation, and leadership across campus. Featuring food, art, dialogue, and unforgettable community moments.
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Doing Business in Africa Showcase
We highlight high-impact companies, founders, and models working on the continent, offering students a front-row seat to African business innovation.
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Ongoing Regional Conversations
Throughout the year, we explore trends and challenges across different African regions — from climate and trade to tech and public policy.
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Mentorship & Advisory Services
We connect students and visiting guests for mentorship beyond the conference — building long-term bridges between Africa and HBS.

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Continental Focus Projects

Conference

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The Conference Team leads the Africa Business Conference, ABC’s flagship event and the largest student-led gathering focused on African business globally. They manage everything from speaker curation to sponsor engagement while shaping timely, influential conversations. The event brings together leaders from business, policy, and academia to explore the future of the continent. More than a conference, it serves as a platform for connection, insight, and inspiration. The team sets a high standard for execution and visibility, anchoring ABC’s presence at Harvard and across the global African business landscape.

What to expect

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Rubbing of top minds on African issues
Speakers from across sectors and continents gather to explore bold ideas, challenge assumptions, and reimagine business and leadership across the African landscape.
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Encouraging African startups
The New Venture Competition showcases emerging founders building in Africa. Finalists pitch live, gain visibility, and connect with investors and advisors across the continent and beyond.
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Endless networking opportunities
A dynamic space for students, alumni, speakers, and sponsors to build meaningful relationships across industries, geographies, and generations of African business leaders.
Activities

Ongoing projects

Explore initiatives that spotlight African business, culture, and innovation. These projects connect global minds to Africa’s evolving story through conversation, celebration, and insight.
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Upcoming Events

Engage with thought leaders and changemakers shaping the continent’s future. Panels, showcases, and headline moments all begin right here.
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March 27, 2026
Continent
Conference
2026 HBS Africa Business Conference
The HBS Africa Business Conference brings together leaders, innovators, and rising changemakers for three days of ideas, energy, and bold conversations shaping the continent’s next chapter.
Date & Time
March 27, 2026
8:00 am
2:00 am
Est UTC-5h
Location
HARVARD BUSINESS SCHOOL SOLDIERS FIELD, BOSTON, MA 02163
2026 HBS Africa Business Conference
The HBS Africa Business Conference brings together leaders, innovators, and rising changemakers for three days of ideas, energy, and bold conversations shaping the continent’s next chapter.
Est UTC-5h
Mar 27, 2026 8:00 AM
Mar 29, 2026 2:00 AM
HARVARD BUSINESS SCHOOL SOLDIERS FIELD, BOSTON, MA 02163
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Posts, Downloads & Resources

Dive into recaps, speaker features, and conference content. These materials capture the insight and impact behind our Africa-focused programming.
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