The Pan-African Business Initiative (PBI) is a dynamic continental platform committed to accelerating economic integration, trade and general networking, between Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across Africa, aligned with the AfCTA goals, with a focus on youth and women.
At Pan-African Business Initiative (PBI), we are reimagining Africa’s business landscape by connecting entrepreneurs, consultants, job seekers, travellers, and organizations across the continent. We empower businesses to scale beyond borders, explore new markets, and drive long-term economic growth.
To unlock Africa’s Business Potential, through innovation and collaboration.
To connect Africa’s business ecosystem on a single platform that fosters trust, transparency, and trade growth in alignment with AfCFTA goals, with a focus on youth and women
We provide a powerful platform for African entrepreneurs, professionals and travellers, to connect, do business, and grow





We deliver hands-on business trainings to empower African entrepreneurs with the skills and tools they need to thrive and seamlessly do business cross-borders within the continent, building a prosperous and more connected African business ecosystem.
Pan African Business workshops
Designed to create awareness and introduce entrepreneurs and startups to essential tools and opportunities for doing business across Africa in alignment with the Afctfa agenda. Gain insights, network, and explore expansion opportunities
Pan African Business Bootcamps
Is an intensive one-week program that brings together startups and entrepreneurs from different Africa countries to collaborate, innovate and develop impactful business ideas. Participants are grouped into teams and guided through a structured process where they brainstorm solutions to pressing Africa challenges or develop innovative African products.
Africa’s economic potential is limitless when businesses have the tools to connect, collaborate, and innovate. Be part of a thriving Pan-African network that is shaping the future of business on the continent.