New York to host forum on financing Africa’s development — Premium Times Nigeria
In New York, United States, the Global Action Forum Africa Social Impact Summit, dedicated to financing Africa’s sustainable development, is set to take place in September 2026 as part of events of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly. As Premium Times Nigeria reports, representatives of government, investors, development institutions, philanthropists, businesses and social impact organizations will be invited to participate.
Financing and partnerships
The event’s theme is “Financing Africa’s Future: Mobilizing Capital, Strategic Partnerships and Collective Philanthropy for Sustainable Development.” The forum is planned to discuss Africa’s development financing landscape, as well as ways to mobilize resources for sustainable development.
Among the announced areas of discussion are the use of various sources of capital, strategic partnerships and collective philanthropy. The organizers expect that such mechanisms will help reduce the financing gap, support inclusive growth and ensure long-term impact on the continent.
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Participants will also consider opportunities for cooperation among governments, businesses, development finance institutions, investors, philanthropists and civil society. This includes attracting new sources of capital, reducing investment risks, developing social impact ecosystems and scaling solutions with measurable results.
Forum organizers
The New York event is being convened by Sterling One Foundation, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), and RALLY, an Indianapolis-based coalition that includes InnoPower Global and Sagamore. Speakers are expected to include senior officials from African regional and state authorities, as well as experts in market-based social impact solutions.
The forum will continue discussions from the fifth Africa Social Impact Summit, held in July 2026 in Lagos. At that event, participants considered innovative financing models, cross-sector partnerships and solutions to Africa’s key development challenges.
