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Bruce Ndlovu Online Reporter
BUSINESSPEOPLE of colour are set to converge in Guangzhou, China, for the first edition of the China Black Business Summit (CBBS), a landmark gathering poised to redefine opportunities for Black professionals across Asia.
Held under the theme, “Roots to Rise: Building Black Empires,” the event, which will be held on 16 November, is expected to unite Black business owners, innovators, and their allies globally.
In a statement, organisers of the event said that the summit was a testament to the growing presence of people of colour in the Asian giant.
“As the black diaspora in China grows alongside the country’s booming economy, CBBS 2025 emerges as a vital platform for celebrating achievements, fostering unity, and dismantling barriers in the business world. This summit isn’t just an event—it’s a movement. We’re honoring our roots while planting seeds for empires that will thrive for generations,” the organisers said.
Running from 8 am to 11:30 pm (Asia/Shanghai time), the full-day program will feature keynote addresses, panel discussions, interactive workshops, and cultural performances.
“Attendees can expect to learn about entrepreneurship in emerging markets, leveraging China’s Belt and Road Initiative for African ventures, and building resilient networks in diverse ecosystems. The detailed agenda is still unfolding. Highlights include thought-provoking talks on innovation, leadership, and cultural integration. Each is tailored to empower participants to turn challenges into triumphs,” the organisers said.
The event is expected to bring together leading diplomatic, business, and community figures from the African diaspora and the Caribbean to foster collaboration and unity. High-profile speakers include Changambire Maponga Joshua, the CEO of Farmers of Thought, Dr Nicoleen Johnson, an educator and business doyen who will lead discussions on a topic tilted “Our Economic Footprint: Opportunities and Systemic Challenges in the Chinese
Market.” Other luminaries set to present include Dr Joseph Olivier Mendo’o, and Mr Walter Musanhu, founder of Jadel Football Academy China.
“CBBS 2025 arrives at a pivotal crossroad. As China’s global economic influence grows, the prominence of African, Caribbean, and diaspora entrepreneurs within its borders rises, too. With over 500,000 Africans now calling China home, events like this summit address the unique needs of Black professionals navigating language, culture, and market dynamics. It is about creating safe spaces for sharing stories and forming lasting partnerships.”
Meanwhile, representatives of the event’s organisers on Tuesday donated groceries to Thembiso Children’s Home as part of the build up to the summit.
