Driving Africa’s Agri-Food Transformation: Join Us in Dakar!
From 31 August to 5 September, EnDev joins partners in Dakar, Senegal to advance renewable, regenerative, and resilient food systems. This week-long event will bring together youth leaders, innovators, and practitioners to collaborate on solutions that strengthen the continent’s agri-food sector.
Under the theme “Africa’s Youth: Leading Collaboration, Innovation, and Agri-Food Transformation”, participants will explore integrated approaches to sustainable agriculture, nutrition, and energy. With interactive workshops, real-world case studies, and inspiring voices, the programme demonstrates how decentralized energy access is the missing link to building resilient, productive, and sustainable agri-food systems in Africa.
EnDev, together with partners, such as GOGLA, SNV, REEEP, GAIN, Wageningen University & Research (WUR) and the International Water Management Institute (CGIAR), is co-organising the following three sessions to showcase how energy access can power sustainable food systems:
Community of Champions Meeting | 2 Sept, 14:30–17:30 GMT – 4 points Sheraton Hotel, Nelson Mandela Room, Dakar
Putting PURE Energy in Agriculture: Programs in to Action – From Theory to Practice
Be part of an interactive dialogue hosted by the Community of Champions secretariat with support from EnDev, The Rockefeller Foundation, SNV and ESMAP. Connect with energy champions from Burundi, Benin, Ethiopia, Kenya, Niger and Somalia for cross-sector dialogue that drive impactful energy-agriculture solutions.
Launch of the Agri-Energy Coalition | 3 Sept, 17:00 – Agri-Energy Coalition Booth
Official launch of the Agric-Energy Coalition at the Coalition’s booth in the exhibition space. Coalition partners’ representatives will be present, along with other stakeholders.
The event will highlight the power of the Coalition, previous work done and the potential to generate a movement (in collaboration with projects and key stakeholders).
Knowledge Hub | 4 Sept, 12:00–13:00 GMT – Oval Room, CICAD & Diamniadio Expo Center, Dakar
Powering Africa’s Food and Nutrition Goals
Agriculture accounts for 30% of global energy use, yet many smallholder farmers in sub-Saharan Africa lack access to reliable power. This session explores how off-grid solar solutions—from irrigation and refrigeration to agro-processing—can reshape food systems, boost incomes, and support women and youth in farming communities.
September 4 | 16:30 – 18:30 GMT – Thematic Hall
The Nexus Game: Powering Food, Climate & Equity Trade-offs in Real-Time
This interactive session will dive into integrated approaches for improving energy access across water, irrigation, and food systems, showcasing innovative solutions and the power of collaborative action.
Come and join the discussion! Register now.
