German African Business Summit (GABS 2026)

About GABS 2026 - The place where German and African business meet.

The sixth German-African Business Summit (GABS 2026) will take place from 23 to 25 November 2026 in Accra, Ghana. As the biggest in-person networking event for German business in the Sub-Saharan Africa region, GABS consistently attracts influential speakers, business leaders and high-ranking government representatives from Germany and Sub-Saharan Africa. With over 600 participants anticipated, GABS 2026 provides a unique platform to showcase business opportunities and boost brand visibility by becoming a sponsor or an official partner.

Why Attend GABS 2026

• Engage with over 600 high-level representatives from business and government across Germany and Sub-Saharan Africa.
• Access first-hand insights on economic development, emerging business opportunities, financing including public funding, economic development, digitalization and innovation ecosystems.
• Gain strategic perspectives on current trends and future potential shaping German–African business relations.

About the Organizers

The Sub-Saharan Africa Initiative of German Business (SAFRI) is the voice of German business to policymakers in Germany and across the Sub-Saharan African region. Its objective is to intensify cooperation with countries in Sub-Saharan Africa and to foster mutual trade and investment. SAFRI supports dialogue between German and African businesses and industries and provides a platform for exchange among German and African partners.

SAFRI is a joint initiative of leading business federations: the German-African Business Association (AV), the Federation of German Industries (BDI), the Federation of German Wholesale, Foreign Trade and Services (BGA), and the German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DIHK).

Sponsorship Packages

Partnership Opportunities for GABS 2026.

GABS Partners will benefit from extensive visibility before, during, and after the conference through logo placement, media exposure and exclusive side events. Our tailored partnership packages are designed to meet your specific needs.

Platinum Package – €40,000
(Limited to 3 partners)

Unlock premier visibility and unmatched access. As a Platinum Partner, you will benefit from:

• Maximum brand exposure through prominent logo placement across all event materials and media coverage.
• Exclusive recognition during the conference opening and main panel sessions.
• Three (3) reserved seats at the conference opening.
• Five-minute speaking opportunity within the official program.
• Premium exhibitions stand in a high-traffic area.
• Recognition in post-event and closing ceremony slides.
• Five (5) invitations to the exclusive VIP Dinner on Date (to be determined).
• Company representative featured in GABS 2026 video capture.

Gold Package – €25,000
(Limited to 5 Partners)

• Showcase your brand with strong visibility and meaningful engagement:
• High-impact logo display and media coverage throughout the event.
• Featured exposure during key panel sessions.
• Two (2) reserved seats at the conference opening.
• Participation in a panel discussion.
• Exhibition stand to connect with attendees.
• Recognition in post-event and closing ceremony slides.
• Three (3) invitations to the VIP Dinner.

Silver Package – €15,000
(Unlimited)

Elevate your brand with excellent visibility and event presence:

• Logo placement across selected event materials and media.
• Exposure during panel discussions.
• Two (2) reserved seats at the conference opening.
• Exhibition stand to showcase your offerings.
• Acknowledgment in post-event and closing ceremony slides.
• Two (2) invitations to the VIP Dinner.

Bronze Sponsor – €10,000
(Unlimited)

A great opportunity for growing visibility and networking:

• Logo display across selected media and event materials.
• Exhibition stand to showcase your offerings.
• Recognition in closing ceremony slides.
• Two (2) invitations to the VIP Dinner.

All partners receive free conference tickets, as well as a 20% discount on the purchase of further conference tickets. Please contact us with your individual suggestions. For pricing and further details, please refer to the sponsoring packages overview below.