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Tuesday, 2 September
Powering resilient food systems: Building a movement
This session will focus on advancing integrated, cross-sector approaches to improve youth employment and entrepreneurship in agri-food systems, aligned with the African Union’s CAADP agenda.
18:00 – 19:30 (GMT)
Four points Sheraton Hotel, Dakar
Wednesday, 3 September
Conversation with Energy Ministers: Green Energy Driving Food System Value Chains
This session will highlight the transformative potential of decentralized renewable energy (DRE) in driving sustainable, climate-smart agri-food systems, while showcasing leadership, innovation, and cross-sector collaboration across Africa. It will present cutting-edge DRE solutions, scalable business models, and government-led strategies to mobilize investment and high-level commitment through a shared Call to Action.
14:00-16:00 (GMT)
Oval Room, AFSF (closed door)
Launch of the Agri-Energy Coalition
Official launch of the Agri-Energy Coalition at our booth in the main exhibition hall. Join coalition partners’ representatives to celebrate this new initiative created to unlock the potential of agri-food systems with clean energy.
17:00-18:00 (GMT)
Agri-Energy Coalition Booth, Hall E, AFSF
Thursday, 4 September
Powering Africa’s Food and Nutrition Goals
This session will highlight the role of decentralized renewable energy in powering agriculture—through real-world cases that demonstrate how DRE can enhance food systems, incomes, and nutrition in rural communities. It will emphasize the need for integrated energy planning that includes off-grid solutions.
12:00 – 13:00 (GMT)
Knowledge Hub Stage 1, AFSF
Agri-Energy in Focus: Aligning for Greater Impact
This session will be an interactive partner dialogue focused on strengthening collaboration and scaling agri-energy impact across the continent.
14:00 – 16:00 (GMT)
AGRA Board Room, AFSF (closed door)
