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Theme: Embracing Transformation in the Power Sector

Africa stands at a pivotal moment in its development, with the energy sector playing a crucial role in unlocking its vast economic potential and ensuring a prosperous future for its people. This high-level forum brings together African leaders, investors, financiers, and industry experts to explore collaborative initiatives between Middle Eastern and African nations.

The forum will focus on mobilising capital, empowering local communities, and developing innovative financial mechanisms to accelerate energy development and achieve universal access. It will showcase successful projects, foster partnerships, and formulate actionable strategies to overcome challenges and unlock Africa's economic potential. 

  • Learn how to develop customized electrification strategies that leverage grid extension, mini-grids, and off-grid solutions to effectively reach and connect diverse communities across Africa
  • Explore innovative financing mechanisms and understand how public-private partnerships can leverage resources and expertise for large-scale energy projects.
  • Understand incentives and policies that encourage investment and identify best practices for ensuring a transparent and predictable business environment.
  • Learn how to develop skills and provide resources to local communities, support the growth of local businesses in the energy sector, and create sustainable, community-led energy solutions.
  • Monitor and enforce market rules and understand the impact of a well-functioning electricity market on energy access and affordability.

10:45

Opening ceremony


11:00

Welcome address 

Speaker: Ade Yesufu, Exhibition Director-Energy, Informa Markets 


11:15

Ministerial Panel: Government strategies for electrification in Africa


12:45

Opening Panel Discussion: Unlocking investment through innovative financing & partnerships in Africa


13:30

Fireside Chat: Empowering Africa through local capacity building and innovation 


14:00

Executive Leadership Chat: Investing in expertise: Strengthening regulatory and market capacity for effective single electricity market management


15:00

Closing Remarks and Networking Reception