Crystal Ball Africa 2027
The African Opportunity — Time to Take Advantage
8:30 am
Labadi Beach Hotel, Accra
Save The Date — Jan 21, 2027
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Speakers
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David Ofosu-Dorte
Yaw Nsarkoh
Jerry Parkes
Salim Bharwani
Michael Akurang Opoku
Andrew Akoto
Golda Addo
Naila Bola Galega
Carlos Amoako
Marie-Reine Seshie
Dr. Stephane Nwolley
Ing. Dr. Kenneth Ashigbey
Joel Anaman
Daniel Gyeyir
Kwasi Ampofo
Ajibola Edwards
Marian Ofori Twumasi
Dr. Frank Adzeba Owusu
Dr. Olufunso Somorin
William Mensah
Nana Opoku Agyeman-Prempeh
Dumisani James Tembo
Jean Ng
Benjamin Boakye
Dr. Daniel Tutu Benefoh
Doris Edem Agbevivi
Awuni Laud Anthony
Kwame Anku
Kojo Akoto Boateng
Henry Ampong
David Ofosu-Dorte
Yaw Nsarkoh
Constance Swaniker
Kojo Akoto Boateng
Linda Yaa Ampah
Michael Apalbilah
Isabel Boaten
Abena Biney
Salim Bharwani
Patrick Jonhera
Abi Nana Yaa Twum Apofo
Charles Nixon Yeboah
Awura Abena Agyeman
Dr. Bennet Kpentey
Efua Preba Arkaah
Hillary S. Andoh
Prof. Fred McBagonluri
Tenele Habangaan
Alexander Markwei
Benjamin Boakye
Emi-Beth Aku Quantson
Clement Gyan-Mensah
Kwaku Osei-Sarpong
Mirabelle Moreaux
Larry Attipoe
Dr. Olufunso Somorin
Francis Afoani
Edward Nartey Botchway
Mambwe Sepo Mwiiya
Kobla Nyaletey
Michael Akurang Opoku
Prof. Godfred A. Bokpin
Ruby Buah
Michael Kottoh
Mr Ajibola Edwards
Seth Twum Akwaboah
Yaw Appiah Lartey
David Tetteh
About
Crystal Ball Africa
Crystal Ball Africa is an annual Pan-African business forum held in January of each year, that provides deep insights on trends and issues that may impact businesses in Africa in the new year. It attracts over 300 businesses, professionals and policymakers operating or seeking to operate in Africa.
Crystal Ball Africa 2027
- Connect with Africa's foremost business leaders, policymakers, investors, entrepreneurs, and innovators.
- Get access to unique insights into emerging opportunities, strategic networking, thought-provoking discussions, and practical ideas that can help your business.
- Position your brand before a high-level audience of decision-makers, executives, investors, and influential professionals from across Africa and beyond.
- Unparalleled visibility, brand credibility, targeted engagement opportunities, and direct access to potential clients, partners, and stakeholders.
- Showcase your products, services, and innovations to a captive audience of business leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, and professionals actively seeking solutions and partnerships.
- Over 8 hours of brand exposure, lead generation, networking opportunities, and valuable market insights.
- Crystal Ball Africa 2027 will deliver an enhanced experience featuring deeper conversations on Africa's future.
- Expanded networking opportunities and curated business matchmaking sessions.
Crystal Ball Africa 2026 Sponsors
From Our Previous Attendees Shared on LinkedIn
“It was truly exhilarating to be a part of Crystal Ball Africa 2024. Hats off to the AB & David team for putting together such a well-organized event. The discussions delved into profound topics that require years to fully unravel, and the sessions were undeniably thought-provoking.”
Roselyn Siaw
Head of Corporate Affairs & Communications, Ghana Commodity Exchange
“It was such an eye-opener to be at the Crystal Ball Africa 2024, I am happy to say, I made connections that will stimulate other support I may need during the year……To the team and David Ofosu-Dorte, you are a force.”
Joyce M. Sackitey-Ahiadorme APR
Corporate Conversations Facilitator
“Crystal Ball Africa 2024 was an enriching platform to learn about growing trends in Africa, how to navigate the year, and how to harness alternative financing, among others. I look forward to applying the lessons learned from this Forum!”
Esther Chachu
Researcher and Programme Coordinator
“……Overall, the conference provided a rich platform for understanding current trends across industries and exploring diverse ways for African businesses to thrive in 2024.”
Tucci Goka Ivowi
Business Leader, Strategist, Communicator Chief Executive Officer at Ghana Commodity Exchange
“I thoroughly enjoyed myself moderating the Alternative Finance panel at this year’s AB & Davids Crystal Ball Africa at Labadi Beach Hotel, Accra, Ghana. An exceptional event! The best blend of business, legal and networking! Thank you for the opportunity! Congratulations to my panelists and to AB & David for an event well done!”
Hannah B. Acquah
CEO - Ghana Venture Capital and Private Equity Association (GVCA)
“This week, I attended the Crystal Ball Africa Conference organized by AB & David Africa. It was a great event, full of insights.”
Amos Rutherford Azinu, PhD
President, National Seed Trade Association
“Overall, Crystal Ball Africa was a valuable event that provided insights into the opportunities and challenges of doing business in Africa under the AfCFTA The learnings from the forum can help businesses of all sizes to develop strategies for growth and success in the continent’s emerging single market Crystal Ball Africa was more than just a forum; it was a catalyst for change. I left feeling inspired, informed, and empowered to play my part in shinning future for Africa.”
Khalid Raadia
Financial Analyst, Deloitte
“I left feeling motivated and extremely inspired from all of the in-depth conversations, analytical findings, and intriguing insights shared. Definitely a must-attend event for the future.”
Erica Franklin
Director of Sales, Sistas in Sales
“….After attending the 10th edition, I can’t believe I’ve missed the past 9 years!”
Samuel Boateng Osei
Social Media and Digital Marketing, Mobile Web Ghana
“I will not be in a hurry to forget these insights from the explosive presentations and riveting conversations.”
Esther Chachu
Researcher and Programme Coordinator
Crystal Ball Africa is an annual Pan-African business forum held in January of each year, that provides deep insights on trends and issues that may impact businesses in Africa in the new year.
It attracts over 300 businesses, professionals and policymakers operating or seeking to operate in Africa. Each year, the event focuses on a theme that explores the critical emerging issues across various sectors that businesses must factor into their strategy in the year ahead to avoid risks and leverage opportunities.
The theme for the 2026 edition, “The African Opportunity — Time to Take Advantage”, will highlight opportunities that are emerging following the challenges of the COVID-19 and the immediate post -COVID-19 era.
Date: Thursday, January 22, 2026
Time: 8:30 AM
Venue: Labadi Beach Hotel, Accra