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Diligence Africa is hosting an event addressing the intersection of Venture capital, Climate, & AI in the context of Africa, with support from our amazing sponsors, Port Labs & Tizeti.nHosted as part of the renowned SF Climate Week April 21-27, 2024, this event seeks to spotlight the unique challenges & opportunities facing the African continent in its quest for sustainable development amidst a changing climate.nObjectives:nRaise Awareness to Drive Action: by highlighting the crucial role of capital investment in Africa's climate resilience & inspiring concrete commitments for sustainable development in Africa.nFoster Dialogue: by facilitating discussions among policymakers, investors, & entrepreneurs.nPromote Collaboration & Opportunities: by encouraging partnerships for climate-resilient investments & present investment prospects in renewable energy, agriculture, & infrastructure.nFinancing Climate Opportunities in Underserved Markets & Communities: Discuss the role of VC funds & Limited Partners in funding founders in underserved communities & what needs to be done to ensure the free flow of capital to underrepresented regions.nKey Themes:nFinancing Climate Resilience: Exploring innovative financing mechanisms & investment models to support climate adaptation & resilience-building initiatives in Africa.nRenewable Energy Transition: Discussing the role of renewable energy & infrastructure developments in Africa's energy transition & its potential to drive economic growth while mitigating climate change.nSustainable Food & Agriculture: Examining sustainable agricultural practices, technology adoption, & investment opportunities to enhance food security & climate resilience in Africa.nArtificial Intelligence: Discussing the role of AI & how we leverage AI in improving the lives of Africans to achieve more, reach more people, & promote inclusivity, access, & wealth.nTarget audience: Investors (LPs & GPs of VC & PE firms), Corporations, Foundations, Policymakers & government officials, Entrepreneurs & business leaders, Environmental NGOs, Ethical technologists, Academics & researchers, International organizations, & development agencies.nIf you need any disability accommodation, please email info@diligenceafrica.co. The venue has no-step access from the sidewalk to the room, & an accessible restroom is available.nDiligence Africa is an investment advisory firm that provides due diligence services to investors & organizations looking to invest in African & Africa-focused opportunities. It also provides support services to startups through Fractional CFO services, Accounting Services, Business Process Optimization, Governance & Compliance services, & facilitates Training & Development sessions.nOur venue host Port Labs supports independent thinkers building their businesses in Oakland, CA. We give builders space to prototype, build, & showcase their technologies to the world from our unique bank building on Franklin Street.nTizeti isnBy registering for this event, you agree to share your registration information with the organizers of SF Climate Week.
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