Author: James Wambua

• The Strategic Partner for the event is Saud Bahwan Group.
• Moroccan Investment and Export Development Agency and Jordan’s Ministry of Investment are the Gold Partners.
• Silver Sponsors for the event are the Ajman Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and Invest in Sharjah.

Key partners of the AIM Congress 2024 have backed the vision of the event as an exceptional platform for exploring new ways to enhance global economic and investment cooperation.

The 13th edition of the 2024 AIM Congress is supported by over 330+ international and global partners, who have affirmed that the summit has evolved into a global gathering of elite decision-makers, business leaders, investors, and government officials from across the world.

They come together to exchange expertise and ideas, stimulate global economic growth, and present the best investment opportunities to the global business community. Additionally, they recognize its role in enriching the economic landscape of Abu Dhabi and …

• AIM Congress 2024 attendees were treated to a plethora of insights and strategies aimed at enhancing investment attraction and bolstering economic growth.
• One of the standout sessions was “Digital Marketing Solutions: by WAVETEQ,” focusing on cost-effective digital marketing strategies.
• The innovation and technology track showcased cutting-edge solutions to revolutionise urban planning, smart city development, and digitalization in various sectors.

Strategic collaborations and insightful discussions on global business are set to peak as AIM Congress 2024 begins Tuesday, May 7th, 2024. On the eve of the international forum, the premier global investment platform has concluded its series of pre-event workshops held at ADNEC in Abu Dhabi. These workshops have primed the attendees, setting the stage for strategic insights and collaborations.

Investment Track Highlights at AIM Congress 2024

In the investment track, attendees were treated to a plethora of insights and strategies to enhance investment attraction and bolster economic growth. One of …

• Kenya and Tanzania, already reeling from nature’s fury, now confront the looming threat of Cyclone Hidaya.
• Cyclone Hidaya’s trajectory places the eastern coast of Tanzania squarely in its crosshairs as neighbouring Kenya braces for floods.
• The relentless deluge gripping East Africa originates in the El Nino weather pattern.

Millions of people in Tanzania and Kenya are on edge as Cyclone Hidaya, a formidable tempest, barrels toward the region, exacerbating the havoc wrought by ongoing heavy downpours and catastrophic floods that have claimed hundreds of lives across East Africa.

Kenya and Tanzania, already reeling from nature’s fury, now confront the looming threat of a cyclone poised to unleash further devastation, with forecasts predicting a grim landfall later on Friday, May 3rd.

Cyclone Hidaya’s trajectory currently places the eastern coast of Tanzania squarely in its crosshairs, with fears mounting over its potential impact on neighbouring Kenya. As meteorological projections paint a …

• US Congress members ask Speaker Mike Johnson to invite President Ruto to address the assembly.
• President Ruto will be visiting the US on May 23 to mark 60 years of US-Kenya diplomatic ties.
• If invited, President Ruto would become the first Kenyan Head of State to address a joint session of US Congress.

In a historic plan highlighting the deepening ties between the United States and Kenya, House Foreign Affairs Committee chairman Michael McCaul (Republican – Texas) and Ranking Member Gregory Meeks (Democrat – New York) have jointly sent a letter to Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (Republican – Los Angeles, asking him to extend a formal invitation to President William Ruto of Kenya to address a joint session of Congress during his upcoming visit to the US, slated later in May.

“This year, we are celebrating the historic 60-year anniversary of the U.S.-Kenya diplomatic relationship. Such an invitation …

• 19 African Heads of State seek to triple IDA’s financing capacity to $279 billion by 2030.
• IDA remains [Africa’s] most dependable source of capital, with every dollar of donor financing enabling an additional $3.5 in capital market leverage to amplify development impacts: President Ruto
• We are united by a shared vision for the future of Africa—a continent rich in diversity, culture, and potential, thanks to its young people and natural resources: The World Bank Group President Ajay Banga.

In a historic gathering of 19 African Heads of State and government in Nairobi, Kenya’s President William Ruto has ramped up calls for increased concessional financing from the World Bank’s International Development Association (IDA).

The rallying call, which was made during the International Development Association (IDA21) for Africa Heads of State Summit held at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi, reverberated with urgency and determination.

President Ruto’s plea sought …

• AIM Congress promises to be a melting pot of insights, strategies, and opportunities aimed at shaping the future of global investment.
• The congress has carved a niche for itself as a premier investment platform dedicated to fostering collaboration and driving innovation.
• The Innovation and Technology Track will delve into the latest trends and innovations across various domains, including artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, smart agriculture, and bockchain technology.

The anticipation is building as the AIM Investment Summit 2024 gears up to host over 450 dialogue sessions, featuring 900 speakers and experts from around the globe. In collaboration with over 330 local, international, and global partners, this event promises to be a melting pot of insights, strategies, and opportunities aimed at shaping the future of global investment.

Twenty-four of these partners step forward as supporting sponsors of the main conference, lending their expertise to provide participants with invaluable insights, best …

• AIM Congress will be hosted by Abu Dhabi, with the support of the UAE Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology and the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) as lead partners.
• The Gold Sponsors for the event are Saud Bahwan Group, Jordan’s Ministry of Investment, and Moroccan Investment and Export Development Agency.
• The Silver Sponsor for the event is Ajman Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

As the Annual Investment Meeting (AIM) Congress 2024 draws even closer, the spotlight is on the outstanding partnership efforts that have fueled its success over the years. With the event slated to take place between May 7 to 9 in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates, AIM Congress highlights its long-standing partnerships with esteemed organisations.

In partnership with over 330 local, regional, and international partners, the 2024 AIM Congress is committed to enhancing global economic growth by promoting investment opportunities and facilitating meaningful communication …

• Over 300 startups are converging in Abu Dhabi between May 7th and 9th for three days of innovation, collaboration, and transformative dialogue.
• Key topics on the agenda include the rise of startups in biotechnology, the integration of technology into enterprises for financial resilience, and customer acquisition and retention.
• Seven high-level roundtable meetings are slated to help startup entrepreneurs learn from experts about the latest global investment issues.

AIM Congress, now on its 13th edition, is gearing up to host over 300 startups from diverse fields of innovation and industries, marking a huge milestone for the global showcase in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Set to unfold from May 7th to 9th, 2024, at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), the event promises a platform for innovative solutions, investment opportunities, strategic partnerships, and knowledge sharing among policymakers and entrepreneurs worldwide. ADNEC, which offers a total area of 153,678 square metres …

• South Korea-based LB Investment, which has $1.2 trillion Assets Under Management (AUM) as of 2023, has announced its participation in the 2024 AIM Congress. (https://riverwestdentalid.com)
• The firm will showcase a diverse portfolio of startups and companies, representing cutting-edge innovation and disruptive solutions across industries.
• Among the notable entities brought to the forefront by LB Investment are LisMed, Standard Energy Inc., t’order, FITPET, LABLUP, BLUEZONE WIDE, NOTA AI, and ABYSS Company.

LB Investment, a venture capital company with a legacy of fostering innovation and entrepreneurship, and with $1.2 trillion in Assets Under Management (AUM) as of 2023, has announced its participation in the 2024 AIM Congress, scheduled to be held from May 7th to May 9th in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Established in 1996, LB Investment has consistently been recognised as one of South Korea’s premier fund managers, earning accolades such as the A+ grade from the …

• Meg Whitman, US Ambassador to Kenya, highlights key investment opportunities in Kenya, particularly in the creative industry and clean energy.
• She noted that Kenya has the potential to become the Singapore of Africa through vertical business integration, job creation, innovation, and foreign direct investment.
• AmCham Business Summit 2024 seeks to strengthen bilateral trade and investment between the US, Kenya, and East Africa.

The fourth edition of the regional American Chamber of Commerce Kenya (AmCham) Business Summit, has officially kicked off in Nairobi, Kenya, under the theme, ‘Catalyzing The Future of US-East Africa Trade and Investment’.

This year’s forum underscores AmCham Business Summit as the premier platform for strengthening bilateral trade and investment between the United States, Kenya, and East Africa.

Hosted by the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham), the two-day Summit has brought together delegates from the United States of America, East and Sub-Saharan Africa in efforts to deliberate and …