The collaboration is a movement to drive economic opportunities, strengthen cultural diplomacy, and amplify Africa's presence on the global stage.
Founded by BIDEC INC, the Black History Festival is an internationally recognised event celebrating Black history, heritage, and excellence.

Partnering with the African Union Mission to the USA and the Africa Global Chamber of Commerce, the festival fosters trade and investment, strengthens business connections between Africa and the global market, a news brief said.
It also promotes cultural diplomacy, showcases the richness of African heritage and its global influence.

The festival also promotes policy and advocacy, engaging in discussions that empower African nations and the diaspora.

Mr Prince Anthony Bart-Appiah, Founder and President of The BridgeZone Global, emphasised the significance of the collaboration, saying "Africa is rising, and so is her global influence. The Black History Festival is not just about celebrating our past-it's about creating new economic and cultural pathways that empower our future."
He said the BridgeZone Global, With operations across Africa, the U.S., the Caribbean, and Latin America, was focusing on trade and investment, connecting African businesses with global investors and markets.

It is also committed to entrepreneurial growth, providing access to funding, business development, and strategic partnerships.
Another focus area is cultural exchange and Pan-African unity, elevating African heritage as a source of pride and global influence.
He said it was also promoting policy and diplomatic engagement, advocating Africa's increased role in global decision- making.

Mr Bart-Appiah said through those initiatives, The BridgeZone Global was not just fostering conversations, but driving real change.
He said the BHF 2025 collaboration would expand economic opportunities, linking African and diaspora businesses with investors and global markets and amplify African narratives, showcasing Africa's cultural wealth and innovation.

Mr Bart-Appiah said it would strengthen diplomatic relations and advocate policies that benefit African nations and the diaspora and create lasting Impact, which would drive investment, cultural exchange, and economic transformation.

He said Black History Festival 2025 was committed to shaping the future of Africa and its diaspora and invited businesses, cultural institutions, policymakers, and visionaries to be part of the movement that would define the next chapter of Africa's global influence driven by economic strength, cultural pride, and innovation.