

Africa Forward: Honoring Mandela, Celebrating Pan-African Women, Announcing the Summit 2026
“Africa Forward: Women, Legacy & the Africon MSIs Summit 2026”
Honoring Mandela, Celebrating Pan-African Women, Announcing the Summit
Leading Women of Africa (LWA), in partnership with the Tanzania Association of Small Scale Industries and Manufacturers (TASSIM), will host a landmark hybrid event on Wednesday, 31 July 2025, marking three transformative milestones for the continent:
The official close of Pan-African Women’s Month, celebrating the leadership, innovation, and resilience of African women
The continued observance of Mandela Month, a time to reflect on ethical leadership, inclusive governance, and visionary legacy
The formal launch of the Africon MSIs Summit 2026, a pan-African platform accelerating collaboration, investment, and sustainable growth for Micro and Small Industries (MSIs)
Hosted in-person in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, and streamed virtually from South Africa, the event will feature high-level keynote addresses, panel discussions with government and strategic partners, and a formal unveiling of the Africon Summit vision.
Event details
Event: Official Launch of the Africon MSIs Summit 2026
Launch Date: Thursday, 31 July 2025
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM EAT
Venue: Tanzania Trade Development Authority (TANTRADE) Headquarters, Mwl. J.K. Nyerere Trade Fair Ground, Plot No. 436, Block A, Kilwa Road, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Virtual Participation: Livestream hosted from South Africa
Target Audience
African and global policy makers
Development partners and donor institutions
Government officials and trade ministries
African women entrepreneurs
Private sector investors
Media and civil society organizations
Strategic partner organizations
Become a Partner, Sponsor or Speaker at Africon MSIs Summit 2026
Join us in shaping Africa’s economic future at the Africon MSIs Summit 2026, a transformative platform connecting policy, investment, innovation, and trade. This is your opportunity to engage with thousands of entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and decision-makers committed to accelerating inclusive growth across the continent. Hosted in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – the land of opportunity and gateway to East Africa’s dynamic business ecosystem, Africon invites strategic partners, sponsors, and visionary speakers to co-create sustainable impact and unlock continental potential. Let your brand and leadership be part of Africa’s global story.
To express interest, contact: admin@leadingwomenofafrica.com
Brought to you by Leading Women of Africa (LWA) in partnership with TASSIM.
For more information
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South Africa: +27 71 646 9286
Email: admin@leadingwomenofafrica.com