About this masterclass

This free masterclass is for anyone in the diaspora with a connection to Africa and an interest in investing on the continent. It’s designed as a baseline for every stage, whether you’re exploring your options, already investing as an individual, or managing significant wealth.

You’ll build a foundation in what it means to invest as a member of the diaspora, learn to spot common pitfalls and feel more confident when assessing opportunities.

The masterclass includes five short lectures led by experts. Each lecture introduces a different topic, giving you a foundation in what it means to invest in Africa as a member of the diaspora.

We recorded the masterclass at SOAS University of London in summer 2026, in partnership with AFFORD, before a live audience of diaspora investors and those exploring investment in Africa for the first time.

Delivered by

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  Course LeadJoevas AsareManaging Director, ARK Group International

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  Module 1Stella Opoku-OwusuExecutive Director, AFFORD UK

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  Module 2Dr Unisa Dizo-ContehDirector, Dizo Global

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  Module 3Sidi SaccohCommercial Growth, ARK Group International

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  Module 4Dieu-Donne GameliInvestment Executive, British International Investment

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  Module 5Oreva OduIndependent Consultant

This course is for education only. It is not financial advice, and it is not an offer or an invitation to invest.