Additional Meetings and Functions 2026
A range of additional meetings and social functions will be held during the conference. ADU forms the central pillar of “Africa Week”, which comprises a full week of satellite events on research, education, infrastructure, sustainable development, capacity building and energy.
This page will be updated as further information about each event becomes available.
TIMINGS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
All queries contact Angelique Julien
Wednesday 2 September 2026
Welcome Reception
Mas Vino, Pan Pacific Perth
Wednesday
2 September, 2026
From 05:00 pm
Wednesday 2 September, 2026
Uganda High Commission Canberra
Networking Lunch at Africa Down Under
The Uganda High Commission in Canberra invites you to a special networking lunch on the sidelines of Africa Down Under 2026. This gathering will bring together industry leaders, investors, and Uganda’s official delegation to discuss the country’s rich mineral potential and explore new avenues for trade and investment.
📍Venue: Silver Room, Novotel Perth Langley
📅Date: Wednesday, 2nd September 2026
🕘 Time: 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Walk-in attendees are welcome.
For further information, please contact:
📧 canberra@mofa.go.ug | 📞 +61 2 6286 1234
Come and connect, collaborate, and be part of Uganda’s journey towards sustainable mineral development.
Wednesday
2 September, 2026
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Thursday 3 September 2026
Economic Development Board (EDB) Mauritius
Networking Session at Africa Down Under 2026
The Economic Development Board (EDB) of Mauritius is pleased to invite delegates,
investors, business leaders, and strategic partners to an exclusive Networking Session
on the sidelines of Africa Down Under (ADU) 2026.
This high-level gathering will provide an excellent platform to engage with the Mauritius
delegation, foster meaningful business connections, and explore investment and trade
opportunities. Discussions will focus on Mauritius’ position as a trusted international
financial centre and investment gateway into Africa, as well as opportunities across key
sectors including mining services, financial services, renewable energy, logistics,
technology, Education and sustainable development.
Venue: Silver Room, Novotel Perth Langley
Date: Thursday, 3 September 2026
Time: 10:00am – 12:00nn
Walk-in attendees are welcome.
For further information, please contact: adu2026@edbmauritius.org
Join us to connect, collaborate, and unlock new opportunities in Mauritius—a premier
destination to Invest, Work and Live, offering a stable, competitive, and globally
connected platform for business, investment, and regional growth.
Thursday
3 Sept. 2026
10:00am-12:00nn
Africa Down Under Football Cup
Langley Park , Perth
Come and support the football cup with competing teams from Perth’s African Communities
*All welcome
Kick-off 4:00pm
AAMEG Africa Awards Ceremony
Plenary, Pan Pacific Hotel
Further details can be found here.
From 6:30 pm
Friday 4 September 2026
Closing Drinks
Mas Vino, Pan Pacific Perth
2.20pm – 6.00pm
Note
*Free attendance / complimentary registration for all ADU delegates.
Interested in hosting a side event at ADU 2026?
Contact Angelique Julien on (+61) 8 9321 0355 or email angelique@paydirt.com.au.
