GLOBAL INVESTMENT & LEADERSHIP FORUM

Angola Rising
Forum

Capital, Policy, Talent Aligned for Angola's Next Investment Cycle

The Angola Rising Forum convenes leaders, investors, and diaspora talent shaping the country's next decade of growth.

15–16 July 2026
EPIC SANA Hotel
Luanda

Organized by Lualink in collaboration with Audacia

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01 · About

Two days.
One vision.

Angola Rising Forum is where leaders, founders, investors and Angolan professionals from around the world come together to talk honestly about the country's economic future and its place in the global economy.

It's a space built for real conversations — where the private sector, the diaspora and institutional leaders can genuinely connect, share ideas and open doors for each other.

2
Days
+20
Speakers
4
Themes
1
Vision

02 · Why Angola

A new phase
of transformation

Angola is at a turning point. Economic reforms, a growing diaspora and a new generation of entrepreneurs are creating real openings. The Forum is where those conversations happen — honestly, and with the right people in the room.

01

Investment & Growth

Economic reforms are opening real doors for investment across sectors that were previously hard to access.

02

Entrepreneurship & Innovation

A new generation of Angolan founders is building companies that matter, from fintech to agritech to logistics.

03

The Role of the Diaspora

The diaspora isn't just watching from a distance. They're ready to invest, build and lead — and this is the moment.

04

Strategic Industries

Energy, technology, agribusiness, financial services — the industries defining Angola's future are being built right now.

04 · Agenda

Event programme

08:00
Opening & Registration
Participant registration and welcome at EPIC SANA Hotel.
Registration
09:30
Opening Session: Angola in 2030
Strategic vision on Angola's role in the global economy and opportunities for the next decade.
Keynote
11:00
Panel: Investment & Economic Transformation
Private sector leaders and international investors discuss the investment environment in Angola.
Panel
13:00
Networking Lunch
Networking session among participants, speakers and partners.
Networking
15:00
Strategic Conversation: The Future of Industries
Debate on energy, agribusiness, financial services and technology in Angola.
Conversation
18:00
Day 1 Closing Cocktail
Informal networking for all participants.
Social
09:00
Keynote: Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Angola's entrepreneurial ecosystem and the potential of African startups in the global market.
Keynote
10:30
Panel: The Diaspora as an Engine of Development
How the global Angolan community can contribute to the country's economic growth.
Panel
12:30
Lunch & Round Tables
Parallel sessions by theme: fintech, health, education and infrastructure.
Workshop
14:30
Capital, Talent and the Digital Future
How to attract capital and tech talent to Angola in the next decade.
Conversation
16:30
Closing Session
Summary of the two days and commitments for Angola's development.
Closing
18:00
Closing Gala
Gala dinner with all participants, speakers and partners.
Gala

05 · Partners

Partners

No partners registered yet.

06 · Tickets

Secure your place

Early Bird
General Access
100 USD
On sale period: 12 March15 May

Join senior leaders, investors and policymakers at the Angola Rising Forum 2026, taking place in Luanda, Angola on 15–16 July 2026.

Your ticket provides full access to the Forum's two-day programme, offering valuable insights into Angola's investment landscape and opportunities to connect with key decision-makers shaping the country's economic future.

Your ticket includes:

  • Full access to the two-day Angola Rising Forum 2026
  • Entry to all keynote addresses and conference sessions
  • Insights from government leaders, global investors and industry executives
  • Networking opportunities with investors, corporates, policymakers and diaspora leaders
  • Participation in curated discussions on investment, infrastructure, diversification and innovation
  • Access to premium networking
  • Opportunity to attend selected workshops and roundtable discussions
  • Access to the official cocktail reception
  • Engagement with companies, institutions and partners shaping Angola's economic future

Note: Early Bird tickets are limited and available for a restricted period at the discounted rate of USD 100.

Standard
General Access
150 USD
On sale period: 16 May15 July

Secure your place at the Angola Rising Forum 2026, taking place in Luanda, Angola on 15–16 July 2026.

Your ticket includes full access to the Forum's two-day programme, offering valuable insights into Angola’s investment landscape and opportunities to connect with key decision-makers.

Your ticket includes:

  • Full access to the two-day Angola Rising Forum 2026
  • Entry to all keynote addresses and conference sessions
  • Insights from government leaders, global investors and industry executives
  • Networking opportunities with investors, corporates, policymakers and diaspora leaders
  • Participation in curated discussions on investment, infrastructure, diversification and innovation
  • Access to premium networking
  • Opportunity to attend selected workshops and roundtable discussions
  • Access to the official cocktail reception
  • Engagement with companies, institutions and partners shaping Angola's economic future

Note: The Standard Pass will become available following the Early Bird ticket period.

Not yet available for sale

07 · Organisers

Organisers

Lualink logo

Lualink

Lualink is the leading business network for the Angolan diaspora, strategically conceived in 2024 and recognized by the Diaspora Connect series. Connecting global Angolan professionals, local change agents, and international allies, Lualink promotes projects such as the Africa Early Stage Investor Summit and acts as an investment bridge for startups in Angola, mobilizing talent, capital, and innovative ideas.

Audacia Global logo

Audacia Global

Audacia Global is a consulting firm with a successful track record in organizing investment forums bringing together African Heads of State, senior government officials and leaders from the global private sector, such as the UK-West and Central Francophone Africa Forum (WCAF IV) in Lomé with the President of Togo, the UK-Angola Trade and Investment Mission in Luanda, the Invest Africa Private Luncheon at the Mining Indaba in Cape Town with the President of Zambia, the Private Investor Dinner in London with the President of Kenya and the Namibia Investment Summit in Dubai with the President of Namibia.