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News · 10 October 2026

2027 MasterClasses: four sessions to finance and build businesses

Business law, marketing and AI, financial structuring, company creation: the four MasterClasses on 22–23 March 2027 in Conakry, forum access included.

The first two days of FONI 2027 are dedicated to training. Each MasterClass lasts three hours and every registration includes free access to the forum on 24–25 March.

Monday 22 March 2027

09:00 – 12:00 · MasterClass #1 – The Law Clinic. Fundamentals of economic, financial and accounting law, and tools to perform better in a global and complex environment.

15:00 – 18:00 · MasterClass #2 – Marketing, digitalisation and distribution of financial products and services in the age of AI. Marketing strategies for the financial sector, the fintech ecosystem and an omnichannel approach powered by artificial intelligence.

Tuesday 23 March 2027

09:00 – 12:00 · MasterClass #3 – Financial Lab: mastering the art of financing. Financial statements and projections, financing sources available in Africa, fundraising, valuation and negotiating with investors.

15:00 – 18:00 · MasterClass #4 – The Entrepreneur’s Workshop. From idea to viable project: business plan, financial forecasts, incorporation steps and management tools.

Prices

From 395,000 FCFA (€600) for one MasterClass to 1,200,000 FCFA (€1,800) for all four. See all packages.

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