The business segment of the New Era forum and a dazzling finale featuring Tanzania's top fashion designers
In addition to the numerous conference sessions of the "New Era. Africa 2025" global forum, multiple business meetings and visits were held in the fields of real estate and development, culture and sports, education, and tourism.
In particular, executives from a number of international development companies were introduced to the most attractive investment projects both in Zanzibar and Tanzania. During these visits, the guests and participants were accompanied by high-ranking government officials and representatives of the state-owned company Zara, who are responsible for attracting investment into this economic sector and ensuring the secure allocation of funds into construction projects.
In addition, heads of leading international universities and their representatives held a series of meetings with the rectors of Zanzibar's top higher education institutions. During these visits, they gained first-hand insight into the institutions' operations and the quality of student training. As a result, several agreements were signed on the exchange of expertise and the joint implementation of mutually beneficial projects.
Forum guests and participants also met with the head coach of the Tanzanian national boxing team and coaches of the national karate team. Representatives from the Ministry of Tourism and Heritage of Zanzibar, alongside ZARA, the country's leading tourism company, organized fascinating tours to the island's most exotic and captivating locations.
The forum's intensive business program concluded with the awarding ceremony of the Golden Chariot Global Award, a festive gala concert, and a spectacular fashion show. The show was organized by AFRI COUTURE LTD, its founder Maksim Aleksandrov, and his charming wife Nura - a fashion designer and popular DJ.
The show featured collections from five fashion houses, representing both Zanzibar and Tanzania's capital, Dar es Salaam. The vibrant outfits and stunning models created an atmosphere of impeccable style and sophistication. A perfect complement to the runway was the music, with fashionable tracks mixed by Tanzania's most popular DJ, Kasim, and his musicians.
The celebration hosted by the organizers in Zanzibar from December 1 to 7, 2025, will forever remain in the memories of all participants and guests of the “New Era. Africa. 2025” global forum.
We look forward to seeing everyone again next year.