UNGA 80: 10 Things To Expect At Anticipated BHM, Allison, King’s Trust Exclusive Africa Breakfast Conversations

As the 80th United Nations General Assembly gathers world leaders in New York, the highly- anticipated Africa Breakfast Conversations (ABC) returns for its second edition.

Hosted by BlackHouse Media (BHM), Allison Worldwide, and The King’s Trust Group, the high-level event on September 26 at the World Trade Center will spotlight Africa’s innovation, youth potential, and cross-sector partnerships.

Here are 10 things to expect:

1, Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede In The Spotlight

One of Africa’s most influential business leaders, Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, will headline the event with a fireside chat on Africa’s investment landscape — exploring opportunities to link entrepreneurs with global capital and unlock the continent’s youth as an investment engine.

2. A Powerful Theme For 2025

Themed “African Innovation: Building Together for Sustainable Development”, this year’s gathering will explore how innovation, partnerships, and collective action can accelerate Africa’s progress toward the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

3. Generation Potential Panel

The first major panel, Generation Potential — Powering Africa’s Youth Through Nutrition, Skills, Access & Opportunity, will focus on youth empowerment through education, nutrition, and opportunity.

4. Voices Driving Youth Development

Panelists include:

Wawira Njiru, Food4Education founder, feeding 500,000+ Kenyan schoolchildren daily.

Geoffrey Kasangaki, Asante Africa Foundation CEO, empowering 800,000+ rural youth.

Abeiku Greene, Junior Achievement Ghana, preparing 200,000 youth for future work.

Ben Ovio, ENDIP International, advancing skills and enterprise development across Africa.

5. Claudine Moore Takes The Moderator’s Seat

Claudine Moore, Managing Director, Africa at Allison Worldwide, will moderate the Generation Potential panel, ensuring rich dialogue around solutions for Africa’s youth.

6. Spotlight On Tech, Media, AI & Finance

The second panel will dissect Africa’s role in shaping the future of technology, media, artificial intelligence, and finance, with insights from industry trailblazers.

7. Line-Up Of Global Thinkers And Creatives

Key voices include Iyin Aboyeji of Future Africa, Ayeni Adekunle of BHM, Kayode Akintemi of News Central TV, DJ Cuppy, and Oxford’s Sonny Iroshe — offering perspectives on tech disruption, media influence, and AI governance.

8. Wendu Nwakanma Moderates A High-Level Conversation

Goldman Sachs executive Wendu Nwakanma will steer the panel on Africa’s tech and creative ecosystems, framing how African innovation resonates globally.

9. Launch Of Africa Business Cultural Intelligence Report

The event will also unveil the Second Edition of the Africa Business Cultural Intelligence Report by Allison Africa, spotlighting actionable insights for businesses across Ghana, Rwanda, Egypt, Angola, and Côte d’Ivoire.

10. A Growing Platform For Africa’s Voice

Since its 2024 debut, Africa Breakfast Conversations has emerged as a platform for authentic dialogue between African innovators, global investors, and development leaders.

The 2025 edition promises bolder ideas, stronger partnerships, and investment pathways shaping Africa’s next decade of growth