AFRICA CEO FORUM
KIGALI

Don’t Miss the Latest Africa CEO Forum
in Kigali
14 & 15 May 2026

Since 2012, the Africa CEO Forum has stood as the annual leadership gathering, bringing together Africa’s leading decision-makers with investors and institutions from around the world.

Built around a dynamic programme of in-person and digital events, in-depth reports and expert insights, it is dedicated to advancing business and strengthening economic growth across Africa.

Beyond delivering practical, forward-looking solutions that enable African companies and economies to thrive, the Forum also drives meaningful impact through initiatives such as ‘Women Working For Change’, ‘Next Gen’ and the ‘Disrupters Club’.

An array of industry leaders
More than 90 countries
In-person and digital events

MSC’s Strong Presence in Africa

With a network of agencies in more than 45 countries, over the past five decades, our local teams have accumulated both experience and expertise in handling all types of goods. That’s why we’ve become the trusted transportation partner of companies across Africa, delivering countless cargoes and commodities with the utmost care.

We offer extensive intermodal solutions in the Western, Southern and Eastern regions of the African continent. Complementing our global port coverage and regional feeder services, we connect the major inland commercial centres by truck, rail and barge.

Investing in Africa

We began our operations on the continent in 1971 with our first ‘liner’ service between the Mediterranean and East Africa. Since then, we have invested in local teams, transport solutions and infrastructure to bring international trade opportunities to businesses across the African continent.

Attending Africa CEO Forum
Year After Year

At the Africa CEO Forum in June 2023

MSC CEO Soren Toft highlighted our long-term commitment to strengthening African supply chains, with the acquisition of Africa Global Logistics. MSC’s investments in ports, warehousing and logistics infrastructure demonstrate belief in Africa’s. Soren also reaffirmed plans to retain local talent, support logistics hubs such as Abidjan and enhance connectivity between African exporters and global markets, reinforcing the importance of a patient, long-term approach to development on the continent.

At the Africa CEO Forum in Kigali in May 2024

MSC’s Senior Vice President of Business Development, Nicolas Sartini, outlined our commitment to boosting intra-African trade by leveraging our extensive operations across more than 45 African countries and 80+ weekly port calls. He called for deeper cooperation, improved infrastructure and streamlined trade processes to unlock Africa’s trade potential, and announced the opening of a new MSC office in Kigali to support our long-term expansion and responsiveness to regional needs.

At the Africa CEO Forum in Abidjan May 2025

MSC CEO Soren Toft highlighted MSC’s strong belief in Africa’s trade future. He pointed to persistent challenges, especially the need to harmonise customs procedures and simplify documentation under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), as key to unlocking greater regional commerce. Finally, he reaffirmed our investments in improving port efficiency and logistics infrastructure across Africa, and stressed ongoing vigilance on maritime safety issues such as piracy.