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Under the patronage of HRH Prince Salman Bin Hamad Al Khalifa

The Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Bahrain

World Entrepreneurs Investment Forum 2026:

Achieving SDGs through Empowering Entrepreneurship, Innovation and mobilizing capital for Resilient Communities

What is the World Entrepreneurs Investment Forum WEIF 2026?

Building on the legacy of previous editions and aligned with the outcomes of the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4) and the Sevilla Commitment, WEIF 2026 responds to the urgent call to close the $4 trillion annual financing gap for the SDGs. It will bring together global leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, and development partners to co-create solutions that empower communities and build resilience in the face of global disruptions.

With a renewed emphasis on entrepreneurship as a catalyst for innovation and economic resilience, WEIF 2026 will host high-level panels, targeted matchmaking sessions, and impactful side events. The Forum will also reinforce its dedication to inclusive and sustainable development, highlighting initiatives that empower youth, women, persons with disabilities, and promote social protection systems. Special attention will be given to the Arab and African regions, showcasing regional success stories and fostering cross-border collaboration.

FEBRUARY 10th – 11th, MANAMA, KINGDOM OF BAHRAIN

Exhibition World Bahrain, Kingdom of Bahrain

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WEIF 2026

WEIF Background

Building on the legacy of previous editions and aligned with the outcomes of the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development and the Sevilla Commitment, WEIF 2026 responds to the urgent call to close the $4 trillion annual financing gap for the SDGs. It will bring together global leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, and development partners to co-create solutions that empower communities and build resilience in the face of global disruptions.

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World Context

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Topics & Panels

Aligned with the overarching theme of the Forum, WEIF will address key topics with special emphasis on the Arab World and Sub-Saharan Africa, while maintaining a global outlook.

In addition to promoting gender parity and encouraging the participation of entrepreneurs, each proposed panel will feature a lead technical organizing partner and ensure a balanced representation of speakers from both the Arab Region and Sub-Saharan Africa.

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WEIF Side-Events:

18th Annual Conference of the International Women’s Entrepreneurial Challenge Foundation

The IWEC Foundation will host its 18th Annual Conference in Manama, Bahrain from February 8 to 10, 2026. This landmark event will bring together global women entrepreneurs, business leaders, and representatives from chambers of commerce across more than 40 countries.

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Entrepreneurs Smart Zone

This dynamic zone will serve as a vibrant platform for showcasing innovative case studies and entrepreneurial products across key sectors including the green economy, blue economy, creative industries, digital technologies, others.

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Entrepreneur to Entrepreneur bilateral meetings and matchmaking

In order to promote bankable investment opportunities and foster trade connections between entrepreneurs, investors, innovators, and MSMEs from the pool of participating nations, particularly from the Arab and African Region, WEIF seeks to act as a hybrid platform for networking and matching.

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