{"id":104915,"date":"2026-06-26T09:47:31","date_gmt":"2026-06-26T09:47:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bidc-ebid.org\/eif\/?page_id=104915"},"modified":"2026-07-31T11:00:54","modified_gmt":"2026-07-31T11:00:54","slug":"welcome-to-eif-2027","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/bidc-ebid.org\/eif\/en\/welcome-to-eif-2027\/","title":{"rendered":"Welcome to EIF 2027"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Save the date<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n

EIF 2027 makes its grand return under the theme<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n

Resilience<\/span> and transformation<\/span> :
Navigating Global Uncertainty and Unlocking Inclusive Growth in the West African Sub-Region
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Palais des Congr\u00e8s<\/h4>

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Become an EIF 2027 Sponsor or Partner<\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n

Let us work together to develop practical and high-impact strategies to strengthen the region\u2019s resilience against global uncertainties while accelerating inclusive, sustainable, and tranformative growth across West Africa.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n

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About EIF<\/h3>\n

The ECOWAS investment forum<\/h2>\n

The ECOWAS Investment Forum (EIF) is the premier platform that brings together investors, development partners, and decision-makers to explore the most promising opportunities in West Africa. Organized by the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID), this flagship event:<\/p>\n

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  • Provides a conducive platform for forging strong and sustainable partnerships.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n
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    Our thematic focus areas<\/h3>\n

    5 levers for a resilient and prosperous West Africa<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n
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    01<\/h4>\n

    Economic resilience<\/h3>\n

    Diversify, strengthen integration and mobilise resources<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n

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    Climate-smart food systems<\/h3>\n

    Modernise agriculture and ensure food security<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n

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    Green industrialisation<\/h3>\n

    Accelerate the energy transition and local processing<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n

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    Inclusive entrepreneurship<\/h3>\n

    Support women, youth and innovation for employment<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n

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    Social contracts for growth<\/h3>\n

    Link economic reform and social progress for greater equity<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n

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    Our masterclass<\/h3>\n

    Targeted discussions led by high-level experts to share practical experiences and concrete solutions.<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n
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    Masterclass 01<\/h5>\n

    Food security and resilient agricultural systems<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n

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    Climate finance and green investment<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n

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    SME financing and inclusive entrepreneurship<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n

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    Day 1<\/h4>
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    • Opening ceremony<\/li>\n
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    • Networking and exhibitions\n

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      • Masterclasses<\/li>\n
      • B2B meetings<\/li>\n
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        Speakers<\/h3>\n

        Leaders, experts, and visionaries<\/h2>\n

        EIF 2027 is expected to bring together industry experts, business leaders, government officials, and development organisations among its speakers. The names of the speakers will be confirmed in due course.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n

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