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PURPOSED TO HELP FAMILY
BUSINESSES SUCCEED
AN AFRICAN-WIDE COMMUNITY
NEXT EVENTS
FEBRUARY 2023
African Family Business Summit Zimbabwe, Harare
February 2023 at 08:00
01/NOVEMBER
Linkages Family Business Tour
01-07 November 2023
“Call it a clan, call it a network, call it a tribe, call it a family: Whatever you call it, whoever you are, you need one.” –
Jane Howard
NETWORKING FOR SUCCESS
Whilst every family business is different, they all face similar challenges. This is why connecting with other family businesses who have already faced, and overcome, the same challenges you are facing can be invaluable for the success of your business.

FAMILY BUSINESS OWNERS
Running a business is both rewarding and challenging. It comes with the immense satisfaction of blazing your own trail and building something valuable on your own terms. At AFF, we can help you achieve your goals.

FAMILY BUSINESS EMERGING LEADERS
Working in a family business is both rewarding and challenging. Carving your own place on your terms can be tough. Don’t worry, you’re not alone.
We’ll be able to equip you with the knowledge and skills.

FAMILY BUSINESS LEADERS:
Maybe you’re a non-family CEO that’s been entrusted with the leadership of a successful family business. Or you’ve been pulled in to accelerate growth or dig a family business out of a challenging situation. One thing’s for sure, you’re in for quite a ride.

FAMILY BUSINESS ADVISERS
Are you a business advisor? Are you interested in advising more family
businesses? Become an AFF Accredited Adviser and set yourself apart as a specialist in the area of family business.

SUPPORT & NETWORKING
We actively support family businesses on their journey to multigenerational success by understanding their needs, providing them with relevant learning and connecting them with fellow
business owners and advisors.

AFRICAN FAMILY BUSINESS RESEARCH
AFF Research was established to foster greater knowledge and
understanding of family firms and their contribution to the various African economy and society, as well as the key challenges and opportunities that they face.
CONNECT WITH OUR MEDIA
We go to all lengths to create content that our audience can engage with, no matter where they are. Please click below to access the podcasts and YouTube channel content from past webinars and events. They bring you the best in Family Business content to help you and your Family business.

Buy the Book
Lifetime to Legacy
Lifetime to Legacy is the published book authored by AFF Co-Founder Nike Anani. It is about how families can create enterprises of the future. In it, she explores how families can better connect, collaborate and have the clarity to encourage diversity of thought. She clarifies, simplifies and demystifies the world that is family business, particularly from an African perspective.
Lifetime to Legacy will provide immense value to:
- Business owners looking to transition;
- Next-generation members who are grappling with championing change; and
- Non-family staff and advisors seeking to make a greater impact.
To learn more, join Nike’s mailing list here
African Family Firms YouTube Channel
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Building your Family Wealth Legacy with Anne Wambui Gaitha

ARE YOU A FAMILY BUSINESS LOOKING FOR
HELP, SUPPORT, ADVICE, AND NETWORKING
OPPORTUNITIES?
African Family Firms was created by African Family Business Owners for African Family Business Owners
to establish a Voice and a space where African Family Businesses gain the tools and support they deserve.