The East Africa Summit 2011, Kigali

President Paul Kagame of Rwanda, along with Raila Odinga, Prime Minister of Kenya, are confirmed to speak at this prestigious event.

The East African Community (EAC) member states of Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda and Burundi represent a fast-growing economy worth $74bn. When factoring in Ethiopia, DRC and South Sudan, East Africa’s potential to compete in the global economy becomes even greater.

The East Africa Summit, held in Kigali on December 6th-7th is a frank, open debate on the region’s future prospects. You’ll be able to join international business leaders, along with policymakers and senior editors from The Economist  to explore the issues that matter.

  • Which factors will shape growth over the coming years? What lies in store for East Africa and the wider global economy?
     
  • What are the top investment/expansion opportunities for business in East Africa between now and 2020?
     
  • How can a climate of innovation and entrepreneurship be developed?

Join us to discover the real economic potential of the economies of East Africa, and define a viable strategy for doing business in the region. Register your place today.