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:
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.
Special Roundtable | 4 Sept, 14:00–16:00 GMT – AGRA Board Room
Agri-Energy in Focus: Aligning for Greater Impact
Scaling DRE solutions is vital for sustainable agri-food systems. This by-invitation roundtable, convened by GOGLA, brings together the Agri-Energy Coalition and cross-sector leaders to exchange lessons, identify synergies, and align on a joint roadmap to amplify impact at the nexus of energy, agriculture, and nutrition.
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.
