African Diaspora Council of Switzerland (ADCS)

About Us

Over 100,000 Africans and people of African descent live and work across Switzerland. Spread across 26 cantons and thriving in cities like Zurich, Geneva, Lausanne, Basel, and Bern, our community is active in various sectors—from law, healthcare, and academia to diplomacy, entrepreneurship, and technology.
Founded on November 6, 2010, in memory of Wilhelm Joos and in response to the tragic death of JNC, a Nigerian asylum seeker, the African Diaspora Council of Switzerland (ADCS) emerged as a national voice advocating for justice, unity, and empowerment.

Our Mission

ADCS stands on two strong pillars

Integration

We connect and empower Africans in Switzerland by:

Establishing a national networking platform that links individuals, associations, businesses, embassies, and institutions.

Promoting inclusion, representation, and advocacy on the Swiss national stage.

Development

We strengthen ties with the African continent through:

Supporting Diaspora-led development projects

Facilitating the transfer of expertise, knowledge, and resources

Encouraging economic empowerment and remittances for community development

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Our Events and Blogs

Fourth Annual AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum (ACTIF2025)

As anticipation builds for the 4th Annual AfriCaribbAs anticipation builds for the 4th Annual AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum (ACTIF2025), we are pleased to remind you to register now to secure your place at this landmark gathering, taking place from 28–29 July 2025 in St. George’s, Grenada. Under the theme “Resilience and Transformation: Enhancing Africa-Caribbean Economic Cooperation in an Era of Global Uncertainty,” ACTIF2025 offers an unparalleled platform for business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-government (B2G) engagements that

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BUILDING THE FUTURE DECADES OF RESILIENCE

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS CONFIRMED: With the 32nd Afreximbank Annual Meetings (AAM2025) now less than a month away, we are proud to announce a selection of the illustrious keynote speakers already confirmed, including:To enjoy these high-calibre speakers as part of our programme of events, we remind you to confirm your attendance urgently – by clicking on the “REGISTER NOW” button below or visiting the event registration website at aam2025.com. Upon submission of your registration form, you will receive an

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The Pan-African Business and Development Awards 2025

DEADLINE FOR ENTRIES: 20th May This year’s Pan-African Business and Development Awards are taking place in Abuja, Nigeria on the sidelines of the Afreximbank Annual Meetings from June 25 to June 28, 2025. The Pan-African Business and Development Awards were designed by Afreximbank and the Business Council for Africa to celebrate and recognise the excellence of outstanding organisations and individuals within the African business and finance sectors, and celebrate the organisations and leaders that epitomise the Pan-African spirit by leading the way in building substantive

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Our Projects

We believe in action and measurable impact. Our key initiatives include:

Trainings and seminars to equip African migrants with knowledge on legal rights, healthcare, and employment.

Supporting young Africans with mentorship, sports activities, and career development

Technical support, capacity building, and funding support for sustainable development initiatives back home.

Empowering African women in Switzerland through networking, skills training, and advocacy.

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