Friday, November 20, 2026 · 8:00 AM PT / 11:00 AM ET · Online
Welcome to the DRC Forum USA 2026, Third Edition
World-Class Investors Empower Global African Talents
A global online gathering connecting African talent, investors and opportunity.
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Participating African countries
NigeriaDate & time
Friday, November 20, 2026 · 8:00 AM PT / 11:00 AM ET
Location
Online via Zoom
Format
Global online gathering
Theme
World-Class Investors Empower Global African Talents
Partner highlights · 2025 edition
The organizations behind our last edition
A look at the partners featured at the previous forum. Partners for 2026 will be announced separately.
Design Visionaries
Abackin Farms
Silicon Valley Black Chamber of Commerce
Albansah Platform
Gondwana Development Corporation
COJEUNAF — Conférence des Jeunes Entrepreneurs Africains
The Army of Christ Ministry
Otokonda Daycare
Kingdom Business Center
Past editions
Moments from past editions
The forum
A connected Africa, built together
DRC Forum USA is a pivotal platform uniting global leaders, investors, institutions and civil society to unlock the immense potential of the Democratic Republic of Congo and the wider continent.
Our mission is to drive sustainable development, promote ethical investment in key sectors such as mining, energy and technology, and build strategic partnerships between Africa and the United States.
- Global investors
- Institutional partners
- African leaders
- Business & talent network
Investment facilitation
We connect US and global investors with high-impact opportunities in mining, energy, infrastructure and technology within the DRC and across Africa.
Strategic networking
A premier platform for policymakers, business leaders and investors to forge lasting professional partnerships.
Talent meets global capital
Bridging the gap between world-class African talent worldwide and strategic investors, principally from the USA and global financial centers.
Policy & advocacy
Advocating for ethical investment practices and transparent governance to ensure sustainable economic development.
Strategic themes
Twelve pillars shaping the Africa–USA opportunity
Each theme convenes decision-makers, capital and expertise around concrete, sustainable outcomes.
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Critical Minerals
Cobalt, copper, lithium and the minerals powering the global energy transition.
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Energy & Renewable Energy
Hydropower, solar and grid infrastructure to power industry and communities.
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Infrastructure
Transport corridors, logistics, ports and urban development.
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Technology & Digital Transformation
Digital infrastructure, fintech, connectivity and innovation ecosystems.
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Finance & Investment
Capital markets, development finance, private equity and risk mitigation.
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Trade & Industry
Africa–USA trade, manufacturing and regional value chains.
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Health & Human Capital
Health systems, pharmaceutical supply and workforce development.
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Agriculture & Food Security
Agribusiness, processing and climate-resilient food systems.
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Entrepreneurship
Founders, SMEs and the ecosystems that support them.
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African Diaspora
Mobilizing diaspora expertise, networks and investment.
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Talent & Skills
World-class African talent for global organizations.
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Strategic Partnerships
Government, institutional and corporate alliances.
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Why participate
A unique convergence of opportunity, influence and innovation
Global networking
Connect with investors, policymakers and industry leaders from the USA, the DRC and around the world.
Strategic opportunities
Explore untapped potential in the DRC's mineral, energy, infrastructure and technology sectors.
Expert insight
Gain insight from high-level discussions on sustainable practices, policy reform and investment strategy.
Economic impact
Help shape the future of the DRC's economy through strategic partnerships and collaboration.
Investment
Investment opportunities across Africa's strategic sectors
A structured marketplace connecting verified projects with investors, capital providers and strategic partners.
Featured sector
Critical minerals & energy
From responsible extraction to local processing and the power that drives it.
Coming soon
Verified projects will be listed here
Investment opportunities are published once verified by DRC Forum USA. Project owners may submit an opportunity for review.
Submit an opportunity
Africa Talent · A DRC Forum USA department
Africa's Talent. Global Opportunities.
Discover exceptional professionals, innovators, entrepreneurs and emerging leaders from across Africa and connect them with global organizations, projects and strategic opportunities.
Talent categories
- Technology
- Engineering
- Artificial Intelligence
- Finance
- Investment
- Mining
- Energy
- Healthcare
- Science
- Research
- Education
- Architecture
- Infrastructure
- Law
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Speakers
Voices shaping the Africa–USA economic dialogue
Speakers for the 2026 edition will be announced. Discover the leaders who shaped the 2025 forum.
Program
A program built around outcomes
Keynotes, ministerial panels, investment sessions, workshops and private meetings — online for global participation.
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Keynotes
Opening addresses and high-level government and institutional perspectives.
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Panels
Sector deep-dives across critical minerals, energy, infrastructure and technology.
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Investment sessions
Project presentations, capital-provider roundtables and deal facilitation.
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Africa Talent
Talent showcases and recruiter briefings connecting skills with opportunity.
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Private meetings
Pre-scheduled B2B, B2G and investor meetings for confirmed participants.
Detailed 2026 agenda to be announced.
Global networking
Structured connections between capital, institutions and talent
Business matchmaking, private meeting requests and a participant directory (with consent) help every attendee leave with the right relationships.
- Request and schedule meetings
- Discover participants by category
- Investor–project introductions
- Recruiter–talent connections
Credential check
Verify a badge
Enter a registration code or scan a badge QR code with your camera to confirm a participant's credentials.
Newsletter
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Receive forum updates, investment and talent opportunities, event news and announcements.
Be part of the synergy
Whether you're looking to attend, speak, sponsor or partner, there are many ways to contribute to DRC Forum USA.