Day 1 · Seminar
Africa–Nordic Investment Forum
Roundtables on green energy, fintech, agritech and sustainable trade corridors.
Africa Day · 28–29 May 2026
2026 Africa Day Celebration, Stockholm, Sweden.
Africa Day marks the founding of the Organization of African Unity on 25 May 1963, celebrated annually as a symbol of African unity, independence, and progress.
For the first time, the African Ambassadors Group in Stockholm will adopt a two-day format for Africa Day. This new approach provides room for deeper engagement, while remaining realistic in scope and execution to ensure both quality and sustainability. The first day will be dedicated to a Business Forum, with the second being the traditional cultural celebration.
The Africa Day 2026 celebration in Stockholm will unite African embassies, Nordic and African private sector actors, academia, financial institutions, and the African diaspora.
Day 1 · Business Forum
28 May 2026 · 13:00–17:00 · CMNTY, Regeringsgatan 65, 111 56 Stockholm
Day 2 · Cultural Event
29 May 2026 · 12:30–17:00 · House of Egypt
Who
African Ambassadors Group · Diaspora · Nordic partners
About the event
Objectives
- Facilitate matchmaking and partnerships between African and Nordic private sectors, academia, financial institutions, and diaspora entrepreneurs.
- Identify and address barriers to trade and investment between Africa and the Nordic region.
- Promote innovation, technology exchange, and sustainable business collaboration.
Day 1 · Seminar
High-level business & partnership dialogue between African and Nordic leaders.
Day 2 · Festival
Cultural celebration: music, dance, food, exhibitions and family programs.
Programme highlights
What to expect
Day 2 · Exhibition
Books & Voices Pavilion
Curated literature, photography and contemporary art from African creators.
Day 2 · Gastronomy
Africa cuisine
Tastings from Maghreb to the Cape.
Both days
Diaspora Networking
A meeting space for the African diaspora, businesses and Swedish partners.
Both days
Diaspora Networking
Bringing together ambassadors, diaspora and partners across the Nordic region.
Both days
Diaspora Networking
Celebrating culture, connection and community at Africa Day.