Vesti Champions Innovation and Leadership at Prosper Conference 2025 in Lagos
Vesti, Africa’s leading migration and finance infrastructure company, successfully concluded its flagship annual gathering, the Prosper Conference 2025, held from October 23–24, 2025, at the Landmark Event Centre in Lagos.
Themed “Roots to Riches: Africa Climbing,” the two-day event brought together visionary leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and creatives from across the continent and the diaspora to explore Africa’s journey toward sustainable economic growth and global influence.
The conference opened with a call to action from Olusola Amusan, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Vesti, who set the tone for the event’s message of empowerment and transformation.
“Prosper Conference is more than an event—it’s the moment where Africa defines its next decade of progress,” Amusan declared. “By bringing together the right people, ideas, and resources, we can transform ambition into tangible outcomes with global impact.”
A Gathering of Visionary Voices
This year’s Prosper Conference featured a robust lineup of influential speakers, including Dr. Olakunle Soriyan, Global Strategist and Author; Olusola Amusan, Co-Founder and CEO of Vesti; Abimbola Amusan, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Vesti; and Hon. Tubosun Alake, Commissioner for Innovation, Science, and Technology, Lagos State.
In a series of keynote sessions, panel discussions, and fireside chats, speakers unpacked the challenges and opportunities driving Africa’s innovation economy, with key focus areas including migration systems, digital finance, youth leadership, and enterprise growth. The sessions inspired participants to rethink Africa’s position in the global economy, not as a developing frontier, but as an emerging powerhouse for creativity, resilience, and inclusive growth.
Empowering Innovation Through Competition and Collaboration
A highlight of the event was the Prosper Pitch Competition, where promising entrepreneurs presented groundbreaking solutions designed to address pressing challenges across the continent. The winning founder received $5,000 in seed funding and access to mentorship opportunities within Vesti’s innovation ecosystem.
Complementing the pitch event, the Prosper Awards celebrated outstanding achievements in technology, migration, finance, social innovation, and the creative industries, spotlighting Africans who are redefining excellence and inspiring others to build globally relevant enterprises.
The exhibition floor also served as a vibrant hub of activity, showcasing innovations from startups, corporate partners, and development organizations. Attendees had the opportunity to experience cutting-edge products and digital tools, fostering collaborations that will continue to drive Africa’s entrepreneurial growth.
Culture, Connection, and Celebration
Beyond business and technology, Prosper Conference 2025 celebrated Africa’s diverse cultural heritage. Attendees enjoyed live performances, art showcases, culinary experiences, and storytelling sessions that brought the continent’s creativity to life. Structured networking sessions provided a platform for entrepreneurs, diaspora leaders, and investors to build lasting relationships and explore new partnerships.
Reflecting on the success of the event, Abimbola Amusan, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Vesti, remarked:
“Our theme, Roots to Riches: Africa Climbing, reflects Africa’s reality today. We are not a continent waiting to rise—we are already shaping the world’s future. Prosper Conference has shown that African innovation is strong, celebrated, and unstoppable.”
A Catalyst for Africa’s Future
For Vesti, Prosper Conference represents more than an annual gathering, it is a catalyst for long-term transformation. The company’s mission to provide migration and finance infrastructure for Africans aligns with the event’s broader goal of connecting talent, technology, and capital to unlock Africa’s full potential on the global stage.
As the curtains closed on Prosper Conference 2025, the message was clear: Africa’s moment has arrived. Through innovation, leadership, and collaboration, Vesti and its partners are paving the way for a more prosperous, connected, and globally competitive continent.
