ESG and Climate Africa Summit 2025: Organized by Leadvent Group, the summit will take place on 26–27 November 2025 at the Trademark Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya as a hybrid event. Bringing together more than 150 participants and 100+ industry and technology leaders, it is designed as a pan-African platform for advancing sustainability, climate action, and ESG integration across key sectors.

Purpose and Objectives

The purpose of the summit is to catalyze the adoption of ESG principles and climate strategies across Africa, equipping businesses, investors, and policymakers with tools to transition toward sustainable growth. Objectives include addressing Africa’s climate resilience challenges, exploring financing pathways for green projects, strengthening governance frameworks, and showcasing scalable business solutions that align with both local and global sustainability targets.

Key Activities

The program spans two days of keynote presentations, high-level panels, and case studies featuring leaders from finance, energy, mining, infrastructure, and academia. Interactive workshops and roundtables will provide space for in-depth discussion of ESG reporting, climate finance, carbon markets, and corporate strategies for sustainability. Networking opportunities, partnership sessions, and hybrid participation options ensure broad access and collaboration.

Significance

The summit is significant as it positions Africa at the center of global ESG and climate dialogue, highlighting the continent’s unique opportunities and vulnerabilities. By convening stakeholders from across sectors, it underscores Africa’s role in renewable energy growth, natural resource management, and climate adaptation. It also emphasizes the importance of mobilizing investment and policy support to ensure Africa’s sustainable development.

Expected Outcomes

Participants are expected to leave with actionable insights on ESG integration, new strategies for resilience and risk management, and stronger connections across industries. The summit aims to generate commitments to climate-smart projects, foster partnerships between the public and private sectors, and advance frameworks for transparency and accountability. Ultimately, it is designed to accelerate Africa’s contribution to global climate and sustainability goals.

Explore more ESG events and opportunities on our events page.