Programme

Day 1:

Day 1: Foundations and Opportunities 08:00 - 09:00 | Registration and Welcome Breakfast
  • Networking over breakfast with exhibitors and attendees.
09:00 - 09:30 | Opening Ceremony
  • Welcome Address by Event Organizer
  • Keynote Speech: "The Future of Africa's Blue Economy" by a Government Official or Industry Leader
09:30 - 10:30 | Panel Discussion: Unlocking the Potential of Africa’s Blue Economy
  • Panelists: Industry Experts, Government Representatives, and NGO Leaders
  • Discussion on key opportunities in sectors like fisheries, tourism, and renewable energy.
10:30 - 11:00 | Coffee Break & Networking 11:00 - 12:30 | Breakout Sessions
  • Session A: Sustainable Fisheries & Aquaculture: Challenges and Innovations
  • Session B: Maritime Transport and Infrastructure Development
  • Session C: Marine Biodiversity Conservation and Ecosystem Services
12:30 - 14:00 | Lunch Break 14:00 - 15:30 | Workshop: Leveraging Technology for a Sustainable Blue Economy
  • Focus on the role of technology in marine resource management, renewable energy, and pollution control.
15:30 - 16:00 | Coffee Break & Networking 16:00 - 17:30 | Interactive Roundtable: Policy Frameworks for Blue Economy Growth in Africa
  • Discussion on policy needs, regulatory frameworks, and government strategies for sustainable development.
17:30 - 18:00 | Day 1 Wrap-Up and Networking Reception

Day 2:

Day 2: Innovation and Investment

08:30 - 09:30 | Morning Coffee & Networking 09:30 - 10:30 | Plenary Session: Financing the Blue Economy in Africa
  • Presentations from financial institutions, investors, and development agencies on funding opportunities.
10:30 - 11:00 | Coffee Break & Networking 11:00 - 12:30 | Breakout Sessions
  • Session A: Blue Economy Investment Opportunities: Case Studies and Success Stories
  • Session B: Ocean-Based Renewable Energy: Tidal, Wave, and Offshore Wind
  • Session C: Sustainable Coastal Tourism: Balancing Growth with Conservation
12:30 - 14:00 | Lunch Break 14:00 - 15:30 | Pitch Session: Blue Economy Startups
  • Selected startups present innovative solutions in the Blue Economy space to potential investors and partners.
15:30 - 16:00 | Coffee Break & Networking 16:00 - 17:30 | Workshop: Public-Private Partnerships for Blue Economy Projects
  • Interactive workshop on how to create successful partnerships between governments, private sector, and communities.
17:30 - 18:00 | Day 2 Wrap-Up and Networking Reception

Day 3:

Day 3: Collaboration and Action

08:30 - 09:30 | Morning Coffee & Networking 09:30 - 10:30 | Plenary Session: Regional Collaboration for a Thriving Blue Economy
  • Insights into regional initiatives and collaborations that drive sustainable Blue Economy growth.
10:30 - 11:00 | Coffee Break & Networking 11:00 - 12:30 | Breakout Sessions
  • Session A: Capacity Building and Education for Blue Economy Careers
  • Session B: Addressing Marine Pollution and Waste Management
  • Session C: Climate Change and Ocean Resilience: Mitigation and Adaptation Strategies
12:30 - 14:00 | Lunch Break 14:00 - 15:30 | Action Planning Workshop: Roadmap to a Sustainable Blue Economy in Africa
  • Participants collaborate to develop actionable steps and commitments for advancing the Blue Economy across Africa.
15:30 - 16:00 | Coffee Break & Networking 16:00 - 17:00 | Closing Plenary: The Way Forward
  • Summary of key insights and outcomes from the event.
  • Final remarks and commitments from key stakeholders.
17:00 - 18:00 | Closing Ceremony & Farewell Reception