Theme 2025: "Reclaiming Our Atlantic Destiny: Connect, Build, Renew"
The 2025 edition of the GUBA Trade & Investment Forum and GUBA Awards takes place in the heart of the Caribbean – Barbados – as we bring together leaders and changemakers to redefine the economic and cultural ties across Africa, the Caribbean, and their global diasporas.
Over three transformative days, this prestigious gathering will convene over 400 high-level delegates from across Africa, the Caribbean, the UK, the US, and Europe, with media coverage reaching 2 million+ across TV, digital, and print.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
GUBA Trade & Investment Forum
A dynamic, sector-led business platform uniting investors, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and innovators.
- Nine expert panels covering Finance, Energy, Infrastructure, Tourism, Agriculture, Tech, Sports, Creative Economy, Healthcare, and Manufacturing
- Two dedicated exhibition and networking breaks
- Private roundtable sessions with ministers, CEOs, and strategic investors
- Investment ready site visits hosted by Invest Barbados
Focused on sustainable investment, diaspora trade, and public–private partnerships
Evening
🎬 Film Premiere with Nollywood Icon Sola Sobowale at GUBA Barbados 2025
Ministerial & Investor Roundtables
11th November 2025
Exclusive, closed-door sessions hosted in collaboration with government and industry leaders. These intimate discussions will shape bilateral trade opportunities and unlock partnerships between Africa and the Caribbean.
GUBA Nominees Reception
11th November 2025
Official Residence of the Prime Minister of Barbados
An invitation-only evening honouring this year’s GUBA Award nominees, hosted with elegance and diplomacy. Attended by dignitaries, investors, cultural icons, and selected media.
GUBA Awards Ceremony
12th November 2025
Bridgetown
The flagship celebration recognising excellence in leadership, enterprise, innovation, and culture.
- Attended by diplomats, global leaders, creatives, and public figures
- Live performances, red carpet, and curated guest experience
- Broadcast across international media and digital platforms
Global Influence Access
Partner Benefits
- High-Level Access: Engage directly with ministers, heads of corporations, and industry visionaries
- Brand Visibility: Gain multi-platform exposure across global and regional markets
- Impact & Influence: Align with a bold vision of Afro-Caribbean cooperation and economic renaissance
- Premium Hospitality: Attend high-level receptions, and curated networking events
Sponsor Benefits
We invite select brands, institutions, and investors to be part of this exceptional gathering. Opportunities include:
- Headline & sector sponsorships
- Exhibition stands & branded zones
- Hosted roundtables & hospitality packages
Advertising across official publications and broadcast
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Whether you’re an investor, policymaker, business leader, creative, or advocate for Afro-diasporic advancement — GUBA Awards is your platform to connect, build and renew.
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