Supporting Businesses to Start, Grow and Thrive

 We provide end-to-end support to transform innovative ideas into thriving, sustainable businesses. From initial concept to market launch, we guide clients through every stage of business development, ensuring a strong foundation for growth.

Our services encompass strategic planning, feasibility analysis, and market research, as well as business registration and compliance guidance. We also support with financial structuring and access to capital, helping businesses secure the resources they need to succeed.

We assist with marketing, and Go to Market (GTM), alongside business model innovation and operational optimization. Additionally, we support clients prepare and readiness for investment, developing investor-ready business plans, proposals, and pitch decks, while facilitating technology adoption and process improvement.

Through ongoing  Advisory and  Mentoring Services, we empower businesses to scale efficiently, operate effectively, and achieve long-term success.

 We support businesses to grow and thrive, compete globally, navigate market completies and drive sustainable growth. From accessing and unlocking new markets across the UK, Africa, and beyond, to boosting customer acquisition, market share development, and product and service portfolio growth, we help you expand with confidence.

Our strategic guidance covers strategic planning and futuring, business development, growth forecasting, operation de-risking, financial planning, capital raising, and investor readiness, ensuring your business is future-ready and resilient. 

We support clients drive efficiency and innovation through cost optimization, digital transformation, and smart technology adoption—keeping you ahead of the competition.

With our expert Advisory and Mentoring Services, you’ll strengthen your expansion strategies, build resilience, and scale confidently in a dynamic global market.

We support members and clients explore and discover market opportunities, development projects, and investment prospects across the UK and Africa. 

Engage with us to receive expert support in creating effective market entry strategies, identifying and managing risks, and optimizing operations and supply chains. Build and strengthen connections throughout the UK and Africa.

We facilitate successful market entry for UK companies in Africa and African companies in the UK by reducing trade barriers, enhancing competitiveness, and fostering partnerships. Our services include Market Intelligence and Advisory, trade opportunity mapping for UK and African exporters/importers, regulatory compliance guidance (tariffs, rules of origin, standards), country-specific investment risk analysis, and sector-specific investment profiles.

cn AfBC provides a dynamic platform for entrepreneurs, SMEs, and corporate leaders to connect, collaborate, and drive growth. Through our Business Networking Meetings and Events, 

we connect a diverse range of stakeholders including startups, investors, policymakers, and global partners fostering the exchange of ideas, sharing of market and investment opportunities, formation of strategic partnerships and the creation of new business opportunities.

Our events and meetings are designed to empower African business community and professionals, bridging the gap between local enterprises and international markets.

 AfBC connects UK and African businesses, investors, and governments to unlock sustainable economic opportunities. 

We provide expert support to help you develop pitch decks, join our Investment Readiness Programme, access investors and funding, and explore growth capital options. 

Join the AfBC Africa Investment Deal Room and Investors Roundtables to discover exciting investment opportunities and projects across Africa. 

AfBC is dedicated to strengthening trade and investment ties between the UK and Africa.

Through the AfBC Africa Export Accelerator (AEA) – our UK–Africa Export and Import Trade Accelerator Services – we provide businesses with the insights, tools, and networks they need to enter new markets, expand operations, and leverage opportunities created by the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), UK–Africa Trade and Economic Partnership Agreements (EPAs), and frameworks such as the Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS).

We also champion “Made in Africa” in the UK by supporting African exporters to access UK markets and reach consumers effectively.

The accelerator serves as a comprehensive platform for companies aiming to export to Africa or import African products into the UK, ensuring compliance, enhancing competitiveness, and driving sustainable growth.

Our IRSI Services deliver practical intelligence, tailored advisory support, and access to key stakeholders, enabling businesses to mitigate risks, uncover opportunities, and make well-informed decisions when trading or investing between the UK and Africa. entrepreneurs, MSMEs, and corporate leaders with the insights, strategies, and networks essential for success in both markets.

Our IRSI Services deliver practical intelligence, tailored advisory support, and access to key stakeholders, enabling businesses to mitigate risks, uncover opportunities, and make well-informed decisions when trading or investing between the UK and Africa.

AfBC is dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs, MSMEs, and corporate members by providing access to the right opportunities, expertise, and resources to drive business growth. 

Our Business Referral and Signposting Services serves as a trusted connector, linking members with reputable partners, service providers, and organisations across the UK, Africa, and beyond.

With this service, businesses can save time, minimise risks, and secure the support they need exactly when they need it.