Subject Matter Experts Committee
Harnessing Expertise for Africa's Growth
Our Vision
Driving Progress Through Expertise
Our Mission
Empowering Decisions with Expert Insights
- Foster Collaborative Solutions: Unite experts across industries to tackle challenges and build practical solutions for African industry.
- Inform Policy Advocacy: Give data-driven recommendations to national governments, regional bodies and partner countries on issues that affect businesses and communities.
- Promote Capacity Building: Run workshops, seminars and training to share knowledge and build the skills of stakeholders.
- Enhance Public-Private Collaboration: Strengthen partnerships between public bodies and the private sector to deliver sustainable projects.
Our Mission
Empowering Decisions with Expert Insights
- Foster Collaborative Solutions: Unite experts across industries to tackle challenges and build practical solutions for African industry.
- Inform Policy Advocacy: Give data-driven recommendations to national governments, regional bodies and partner countries on issues that affect businesses and communities.
- Promote Capacity Building: Run workshops, seminars and training to share knowledge and build the skills of stakeholders.
- Enhance Public-Private Collaboration: Strengthen partnerships between public bodies and the private sector to deliver sustainable projects.
Meet Our Subject Matter Expert Committees
Semiconductor Technology Committee
Building African Chip Capability
We want Africa to build capability in electronics and semiconductor supply chains, advancing manufacturing skills and asking partners to share technology and licences on fair terms.
DeepTech Innovation Committee
Pioneering Advanced Technology
Our committee works to grow African capability in advanced technologies such as quantum computing, blockchain and nanotechnology, with research investment and technology sharing from partners.
Artificial Intelligence & Digital Transformation Committee
Transforming Business Through Innovation
Our vision is for African businesses to lead in AI and digital skills, driving innovation, efficiency and growth in a technology-first world.
Healthcare & Wellness Committee
Innovating for a Healthier Tomorrow
Our vision is for innovative, accessible and sustainable healthcare made in Africa, including regional pharmaceutical manufacturing, improving quality of life and community well-being.
EdTech and Skill Development Committee
Innovating Education, Empowering Workers
Our vision is to transform education and skills across Africa through innovation and collaboration, so people can thrive in a technology-driven world.
Agriculture and Food Processing Expert Committee
Bridging Gaps in Agriculture and Food
Banking Financial Services Insurance BFSI Committee
Unifying Expertise for Financial Growth
MaterialTech Innovation Committee
Building Africa's Materials Technology
The MaterialTech Committee promotes advances in materials science and engineering, supporting beneficiation of African minerals and strengthening industries such as manufacturing and aerospace.
MedTech Innovation Committee
Building Medical Technology Manufacturing
The MedTech Innovation Committee works to advance medical technology made in Africa, to improve healthcare delivery, raise patient outcomes and build local medical innovation.
Corporate Governance Committee
Pioneering Ethical Business Practice
Startups Entrepreneurship Committee
Empowering Innovators and Trailblazers
Tourism Hospitality and Events Committee
Making Africa a Destination of Choice
Women in Business & Leadership Committee
Empowering Women, Driving Success
Our vision is an equitable business landscape where women thrive as leaders, innovators and change-makers, contributing to sustainable economic and social growth.
Diversity Equity Inclusion and Belonging DEIB Committee
Building Inclusive Workplaces for All
Climate Change and Disaster Resilience Committee
Preparing for a Resilient Future
Sustainability and ESG Committee
Championing Responsible Business
Our vision is to make sustainability a practical part of business operations, so organisations balance commercial success with responsible practice.
International Trade & Commerce Committee
Building Africa's Place in World Trade
Our vision is for Africa to trade on fair terms, with processed goods reaching global markets, intra-African trade growing under the AfCFTA, and Africa a destination for productive investment.
Shipping Logistics Committee
Elevating Africa's Logistics and Shipping
Our vision is to grow Africa’s logistics sector, easing trade across ports and corridors and building supply chains that carry African goods to market.
Young Leaders Forum
Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders
Our vision is to nurture young professionals and entrepreneurs to become capable leaders who contribute to Africa’s industrial growth and inclusive prosperity.
Private Equity & Venture Capital Committee
Empowering Investment and Innovation
Our vision is to provide a collaborative forum where members exchange ideas and grow private equity, venture capital and capital markets that finance African production.
Renewable Energy and Green Technology Committee
Leading Africa's Green Industrial Shift
Our vision is a sustainable business ecosystem that uses renewable energy and green technology, driving environmental stewardship and economic growth.
MSME Growth and Advocacy Forum
Empowering MSMEs for Growth and Advocacy
Our vision is a thriving ecosystem where micro, small and medium enterprises can innovate, grow and contribute to development, while advocating for policies that support their sustainability and competitiveness.
Media Entertainment and Content Creation Committee
Driving Excellence in African Media
Our vision is to grow African media and entertainment by fostering creativity, innovation and sustainable growth in the industry.
Legal Affairs Intellectual Property Rights IPR Committee
Strengthening Legal Foundations for Business
Our vision is to be a constructive partner to governments on legislative and regulatory issues, and to build awareness and sound protection of intellectual property rights (IPR) among businesses.
Indirect Tax Committee
Navigating Indirect Taxation
Our vision is to shape efficient and transparent indirect tax policy across Africa through collaboration and advocacy, including fair treatment of processed goods.
Human Resources Management Committee
Empowering Workforce Excellence
Our vision is to meet the changing needs of member organisations by helping them build strong human resource practice and a skilled African workforce.
Energy and Infrastructure Committee
Building the Foundations of Progress
Our vision is a competitive environment that tackles key challenges in planning, technology, energy efficiency and sustainability, supporting the balanced development of African infrastructure across all sectors.
Economic Policy Research Development Committee
Driving Policy for Economic Growth
Our vision is a shared platform where members collaborate on research and policy to grow African economies, fostering innovation and competitiveness.
Direct Tax Committee
Shaping a Transparent Tax Landscape
Our vision is to advance fair and transparent direct tax policy through advocacy and engagement with stakeholders, including action on transfer pricing and illicit financial outflows.
Digitalization Committee
Catalysing Digital Transformation
Our vision is for Make in Africa to be a hub for digital innovation, encouraging wide adoption of digital technology across the business community.
Corporate Social Responsibility CSR Committee
Building Ethical, Sustainable Businesses
Our vision is to inspire and unite the business community around a sustainable, just and profitable future, creating lasting value for society and the environment.
Dispute Resolution Advisory Committee
Better Ways to Resolve Business Disputes
Our vision is an ecosystem where disputes are resolved swiftly and amicably, with members guided to recognised mediation and arbitration institutions, cutting the time and cost of litigation.
Government Relations and Development Advocacy Committee
Engaging Governments and Public Authorities
Our vision is to be a benchmark for government and industry collaboration, driving sustainable growth, strong infrastructure and an easier business environment.
Committee Convener
Leading Advocacy Efforts
The Director of Government Engagement role will oversee the Subject Matter Experts Committee, keeping it aligned with strategic goals, leading delegations and building useful collaborations with authorities. Appointments will be announced.
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- Australia India Seafood Industry Council (AISIC)
- Australia India Free Trade and Seafood Industry Advisory Group (AIFTSIAG)
- Australia Qatar Chamber of Trade, Commerce and Industry
- Australia Saudi Arabia Chamber of Trade, Commerce and Industry
- Australia Turkiye Chamber of Trade, Commerce and Industry
- Australia UAE Chamber of Trade, Commerce and Industry
- Australia USA Chamber of Trade, Commerce and Industry
- Australia Singapore Chamber of Trade, Commerce, and Industry
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- Semiconductor Fabless Policy 2027-2035
- Data Centre Policy 2027-2035
- Information Technology Policy 2027-2035
- Multimodal Logistics Policy 2027-2035
- BPO and Global Capability Centre (GCC) Policy 2027-2035
- New and Renewable Energy Policy 2027-2035
- Biotechnology Policy 2027-2035
- Pharmaceuticals Policy 2027-2035
- DeepTech, AI, and Data Centre Policy 2027-2035
- Electronics Policy 2027-2035
- Export Development Policy 2027-2035
- MedTech Policy 2027-2035
- Film and Media Policy 2027-2035
- FinTech Policy 2027-2035
- EdTech Policy 2027-2035
- Events and Tourism Policy 2027-2035
- Apparel and Technical Textiles Policy 2027-2035
- Aerospace and Defence Manufacturing Policy 2027-2035
- Fisheries Policy 2027-2035
- Special Economic Zone (SEZ) Policy 2027-2035
- MIAGS Startup Policy 2027-2035
- MIAGS Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Manufacturing Policy 2027-2035
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Governing Councils
- Business Compliance and Regulatory Affairs Council
- Digital Transformation and Innovation Council
- Export and International Trade Council
- Finance and Investment Council
- Infrastructure and Real Estate Development Council
- Intellectual Property and Innovation Council
- Logistics and Supply Chain Optimization Council
- Sustainability and Climate Action Council
- Transport and Connectivity Council
- Urban Infrastructure and Housing Council
- Workforce Development and Skilling Council
- Public Utilities and Civic Services Council
- Governance and Transparency Council
- Agriculture and Food Processing Expert Committee
- Banking, Financial Services & Insurance Committee
- Mediation, Arbitration and Conciliation Committee
- Climate Change and Disaster Resilience Committee
- Corporate Governance Committee
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Committee
- Digitalisation Committee
- Direct Tax Committee
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Committee
- Economic Policy, Research & Development Committee
- EdTech and Skill Development Committee
- Energy and Infrastructure Committee
- Human Resources Management Committee
- Indirect Tax Committee
- International Trade & Commerce Committee
- Legal Affairs & Intellectual Property Rights Committee
- Media, Entertainment, and Content Creation Committee
- MSME Growth and Advocacy Forum
- Private Equity & Venture Capital Committee
- Renewable Energy and Green Technology Committee
- Shipping & Logistics Committee
- Startups & Entrepreneurship Committee
- Sustainability & ESG Committee
- Tourism, Hospitality, and Events Committee
- Women in Business & Leadership Committee
- Young Leaders Forum
- Healthcare and Wellness Committee
- Government Relations and Development Advocacy Committee
About
The Make In Africa Global Summit (MIAGS) is a global platform connecting leaders, businesses, investors, institutions and policymakers shaping the next era of economic growth across the Global South and Africa.
MIAGS advances South–South cooperation, trade, investment, industrialization, technology, infrastructure and economic resilience, creating platforms for dialogue, strategic partnerships and cross-border opportunities.
Our mission is to strengthen the Global South and Africa’s role in the global economy by connecting capital with opportunity, innovation with markets and economic priorities with action—while fostering a more connected, productive and influential economic future.