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Kigali, Rwanda – Africa stands at a defining moment in its economic transformation. With the world’s youngest population, abundant natural resources, expanding digital economies, and the opportunities created by the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), the continent has the potential to become one of the world’s leading engines of growth. The Innovate Africa Conference 2026, taking…
Kigali, Rwanda | August 31 – September 4, 2026 What a week! The Earth Focus Network team had the privilege of attending the Africa Food Systems Forum (AFSF) 2026 in Kigali—the continent’s premier gathering on agriculture and food systems transformation. With over 5,000 delegates from more than 50 countries, the energy and commitment to action were truly inspiring….
Kigali, Rwanda – The inaugural Africa Mindset Reset Forum, held on August 25–26, 2026, at the Kigali Convention Centre, marked a pivotal moment in the continent’s journey toward self-determination. Convened by the African School of Governance (ASG) and co-founded by President Paul Kagame and former Ethiopian Prime Minister Hailemariam Desalegn, the forum brought together nearly 2,500…
Kigali, Rwanda – Nearly 1,000 African leaders, thinkers, and changemakers are gathering in Kigali this week for the inaugural Africa Mindset Reset Forum, taking place on August 25–26, 2026, at the Kigali Convention Centre. Convened by the African School of Governance (ASG), the forum brings together heads of state, former presidents, business leaders, and young innovators to chart a…
Kigali, Rwanda – Today marks a significant milestone in Rwanda’s journey toward sustainable transport. The Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD) has signed a financing agreement of over FRW 4.5 billion with JALI Finance to expand access to electric motorcycles and support the country’s transition to clean and sustainable transport . Motorcycles are one of Rwanda’s most widely used means of transport and…
Are you a women entrepreneur in Rwanda’s tourism, hospitality, or agriculture sector ready to take your business to the next level? The BPN Entrepreneurship Development Program – Impala Program offers a unique opportunity to transform your business through intensive coaching, training, and networking . About the Impala Program The Impala Program is a 12-month journey designed to support 15 high-potential women-led…
There’s a different kind of energy sweeping across the continent this spring. It’s the sound of founders fine-tuning their pitches, investors clearing their calendars, and ten countries preparing to host a movement that’s bringing opportunity directly to local communities. The Africa Startup Congress Country Pitch and Roadshow is proving that you don’t have to chase…
📢 Calling Women-Led Enterprises in Kigali! Are you a woman entrepreneur looking to grow your business and access new opportunities? The WE-COLLABO Initiative, led by UN Women Rwanda in partnership with the PSF Specialized Cluster and stakeholders, invites eligible women-led enterprises based in Kigali to apply. About the Programme The WE-COLLABO Initiative is designed to empower women entrepreneurs by providing…
From 17 to 21 August 2026, the Kigali Convention Centre in Rwanda will host a landmark gathering that embodies the very spirit of collective action. The Africa Water & Sanitation Systems Leadership Symposium 2026 is not just another conference — it’s a decisive moment to move Africa from commitments to delivery on water and sanitation. A Turning Point for Africa’s…
About. Date: October 27–29, 2026 (Policy Dialogue: Oct 26 | Field Trips: Oct 30)Location: Kigali Convention Centre, RwandaOrganizers: GOGLA & World Bank/ESMAPFocus: Off-grid solar, mini-grids, clean cooking, e-mobility, productive use energy. Let’s be real. Most energy conferences are boring. Endless panels. Jargon nobody uses in real life. The same five companies showing the same PowerPoints. The Global Off-Grid Solar Forum…
