9th Breakfast Dialogue
Innovate, Advocate, Lead: The Future of Africa
Innovate
Create new solutions, approaches, and technologies that respond to Africa’s unique challenges, from climate, health, education, to governance.
Advocate
Speak up, push for policies, mobilize communities, and influence systems to adopt or scale innovative ideas.
Lead
Take responsibility, guide others, and set the pace for transformation, whether in communities, institutions, or on the continent.
Watch the 9th Dialogue Live
Join us live on October 22nd, 2025 to be a part of the conversation.
Why Attend?
This year’s Breakfast Dialogue is aimed at celebrating the ingenuity, courage, and resilience of changemakers driving transformation across various sectors, including technology, health, climate and education. The conference will spotlight innovative interventions, amplify underrepresented voices, and equip participants with knowledge to fund and sustain their innovations. It will explore how innovation can shape systems, advocacy can influence policy, and leadership can redefine power.
Who Should Attend?
The conference will convene a multi-stakeholder audience inclusive of public, private and social sector leaders. We are pleased to invite: Social entrepreneurs and social innovators, Young entrepreneurs and startup founders, University and polytechnic students, National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Members, Policymakers and government officials, Non-profit leaders, Media, Youth advocates, Business professionals, Tech and creative professionals, Industry experts, Investors, Development partners, etc.
Our Journey So Far
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Relive the 8th Breakfast Dialogue
Watch the full recap of last year's inspiring event.
Meet The Voices of Change
Hear from the innovators, advocates, and leaders shaping Africa's future.
Keynote Address
Fred Swaniker
Founder, African Leadership Group
Theme: Redefining Power: Africa’s Youth Leading the New Social Contract
This keynote confronts a critical truth about redefining power for an inclusive Africa, harnessing collaboration and collective responsibility. It challenges youth to move from the sidelines into the centre of decision-making, shaping a new social contract that reflects Africa’s values, realities, and aspirations.
Spark Talks: Thriving Through Innovation
Africa's youth are building the future now. From disruptive tech to grassroots health solutions, climate action to educational reform, founders across the continent are sparking bold, homegrown innovations that respond directly to the needs of their communities. This panel showcases visionary entrepreneurs challenging the status quo, turning local problems into scalable solutions, and redefining what it means to lead change in Africa.
Foluso Gbadamosi
Junior Achievement Africa
Abimbola Ojenike
Founder, The Destiny Trust Foundation
Ifeoluwa Dare-Johnson
CEO, Healthtracka
Ifedayo Durosinmi-Etti
Founder, Herconomy
Level Up (Masterclass)
Theme: Cracking the Funding Code
This session demystifies securing funding for social enterprises and nonprofits. It explores how organizations can attract grants, investments, and partnerships by understanding funders’ priorities, crafting compelling value propositions, and demonstrating measurable impact. Participants will gain actionable tips on identifying funding sources, strengthening proposals, leveraging networks, and avoiding common fundraising pitfalls to drive long-term social impact.
Ndifreke Okwuegbunam
Development Consultant
Special Segments & Event Host
Amara Nwuneli
Founder Preserve our Roots
Omoye Oriaghan
Senior Branding and Communications Executive
Flashback to 8th Breakfast Dialogue
A look back at inspiring moments from past events.
Get All The Details
Download the official event brochure for the full agenda, speaker profiles, and more.
Download BrochureWhat Past Attendees Are Saying
"The Breakfast Dialogue was incredibly insightful. It's rare to have so many passionate leaders from different sectors in one room, all focused on a common goal for Africa."
"I left the event feeling inspired and equipped with new ideas and connections. The masterclass on funding was particularly valuable for our organization's growth."
Our Partners
We are grateful for the support of our partners who make this event possible.
