INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE GLOBAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP FESTIVAL (GEF) 2025
21st – 23rd November 2025 | La Palm Royal Beach Hotel, Accra – Ghana
The Ghana High Commission in Kuala Lumpur is pleased to invite the general public, entrepreneurs, business leaders, innovators, investors, policymakers and all relevant stakeholders in Malaysia and the ASEAN region to participate in and support the forthcoming Global Entrepreneurship Festival (GEF) 2025, scheduled to take place from 21st to 23rd November, 2025 at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel, Accra, Ghana.
The invitation is issued on behalf of the Honourable Samuel Nartey George (MP), Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations of the Republic of Ghana, under whose auspices the event will be held.
About the Global Entrepreneurship Festival (GEF)
The Global Entrepreneurship Festival is the world’s largest celebration of innovation, enterprise and leadership, designed to accelerate global collaboration across trade, technology, tourism and sustainable development.
The 2025 edition will be held under the inspiring theme: “The AI-Powered Entrepreneur: Creating a Sustainable Planet.”
Over the course of three days, GEF 2025 will convene:
- World leaders, global speakers, entrepreneurs, innovators, MSMEs and C-Suite executives
- Investors, startups, and policymakers from more than 70 countries
- Over 10,000 in-person participants and an estimated 10 million global virtual audience
- 60+ world-renowned speakers and 45 international institutions
Event Highlights
Participants can look forward to a dynamic line-up of sessions and exhibitions, including:
- High-level conferences and keynote sessions
- Business networking and matchmaking events
- Start-up and innovation pitch competitions
- Robotics and technology exhibitions
- Award galas, trade fairs and cultural showcases
The Guest of Honour for the festival will be His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, President of the Republic of Ghana.
Purpose and Impact
GEF 2025 seeks to foster global partnerships that:
- Reduce inequalities and create decent work opportunities
- Build resilient digital and economic infrastructure
- Promote sustainable innovation and climate solutions
- Advance the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through technology, creativity and collaboration
The Festival offers a premier platform for international cooperation, investment dialogue, and knowledge exchange, providing an opportunity for Malaysia and other ASEAN partners to demonstrate their commitment to digital transformation and sustainable entrepreneurship, while deepening Ghana–Malaysia collaboration in innovation and trade.
Participation and Enquiries
Interested individuals, institutions, and organisations are invited to confirm participation or request further details by contacting:
Dr. Joy Francis
Email: joy@globalentrepreneurshipfestival.com
WhatsApp: +1 778 764 0578
The Ghana High Commission, Kuala Lumpur encourages wide participation and looks forward to the active involvement of stakeholders from Malaysia and the wider ASEAN region in this landmark event.
KUALA LUMPUR, 7TH NOVEMBER, 2025
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